The best revolver ever made is the post-war S&W .357

[Porsche911]

I am not kidding.

The old 1950's post war revolvers are the best ever made:

 

[rock185]

Those are certainly beauties. I could see Korth, Python and perhaps owners of some other manufactuer's revolvers having a different opinion as to what revolver is "best" though.

 

[44 AMP]

Everyone will have a different idea of what is best,

For me, what determines "best" is my personal evaluation of what I get for what I pay. That means New Model Ruger Blackhawks for SA and Pinned & recessed S&W N frames for DA.

And, not every single one ever made, just the ones that I own!

 

[SIGSHR]

Those look like 3 or 4 screws. So we can debate what vintage of S&W is "best".
And those 3.5" barrels are quite collectible.

 

[rclark]

What's this best revolver ever made threads . As above, it's a personal thing. I have what I think is 'best' set of SA revolvers that qualify as perfect pack'n pistols. In my mind they are the 'best'. S&W is way.... way... down on my list. Plus the caliber has to start with at least a 0.4x to even quality for best . So it goes...

 

[ammo.crafter]

The best?

My model 14 S&W (6") circa 1953 38 spcl is still a tack driver and the action smooth as silk.

 

[FITASC]

Korth and Manuhrin might not quite see it that way; but those Smiths are great revolvers.

 

[Drm50]

I agree m27s are the finest 357s that have been made up to 27-2 variation. Downhill after that. I’ve got 83/8” and 61/2” , have sold all my other 357s including 19s. Had Pythons and Trooper. Rugers too, no Korth.

 

[SIGSHR]

I would nominate the M-28 as the best of S&W. You get the heavy frame of the M-27 but that service finish is easier to take care of.

 

[Double K]

I don't know about being the "best" but living in the country one of the most practical little guns to carry every day is the 651 22mag with a 4" barrel.
You almost forget it's there and it has ample power to dispatch most things in the lower 48.

 

[Nathan]

I could see Korth, Python and perhaps owners of some other manufactuer's revolvers having a different opinion as to what revolver is "best" though.

Purchased from the right period, machining accuracy was high, handfitting skill was good and they could make a finish that all but the epa loved.. Korth may deliver something very nice, but it still is not an early 70’s S&W!

 

[ms6852]

I have colts but prefer smith and Wesson

 

[jetinteriorguy]

That sure is a beauty, and to me the Model 27 is about the ultimate in aesthetically beautiful revolvers. Maybe some day I can afford one, but for now I’ll have to settle for my Model 15 and my 4” Model 57.

 

[Onward Allusion]

S&W <check>
.357 Mag <check>
post-war <check>
627 ...fixed it

 

[Arrowhead37]

Anytime I run across a thread like this I think of the old saying "opinions are like -------s and everyone has one. I certainly wouldn't mind owning any of the guns pictured in the OP despite anyone's opinion.

 

[44 AMP]

For me, the best is the model 28, like the one I have, fitted with the target hammer and trigger. I don't mind the high luster blue of the 27 or my 29, but I like the satin blue of the 28 better.

 

[rodfac]

While beauty lies in the eyes of the beholder...so does "Best Revolver"...but Function always trumps Beauty (3 wks left don't forget to vote!). Ease of day-long carry, maintain-ability...sure they're important but first and foremost: accuracy. If your blued-steel beauty won't keep a cylinderful under a silver dollar at 75 feet, it won't be my pick for favorite. And if I can't lug it off and on the tractor, climb aboard a 17' canoe nor 16-hand horse, or take my pick-up down to TSP for a pound of shear bolts, or cover it up with an X-Long T-shirt, it won't qualify for my favorite, let alone the "best revolver". And last, but certainly not least, it's got to be a caliber that'll do the job, any job on a working farm.

In my neck of the Kentucky Blue Grass, that boils down to any one of the following any one of the following for me: a 4" bbl'd M66 or 19, or a Smith M69. This latter is a fine, medium weight revolver well designed for everyday use...and yeah...I could do without the cursed IL, odd looking two-piece bbl., and fugly rubber stocks...but all that notwithstanding, mine's as accurate with both jacketed and cast SWC's as I can possibly hold off a rest...sub-2" for a good hold at 25 yds.

Your mileage probably varies, but one of those three will do nicely, here 'bouts. Rod

 

[Porsche911]

I always thought "best" would just be my opinion. I apologize if I mislead you.

Most guys came back with their opinion which was what I wanted.

This S&W Model 27-1 is very rare but not the best.

 

[Geezerbiker]

I have a early 28 with a 6" barrel that is without a doubt my favorite revolver. My 3 screw Super Blackhawk comes a close second...

Some years ago I let a nicely tuned model 19 .357 slip though my hands and I'll always regret selling that one.

Tony

 

[joed]

I've owned model 27s and 28s and still have 2 28's. But, after my first .44 I was reeled in. I'm now a big fan of the .44 and my favorite is the Special. Here's a 24-3 that I've owned for a number of years.