I want heavy in a 357. Im 66 and its good for me. So if youre looking to shoot .38 Specials in your .357 Magnum revolver, just make sure you clean it thoroughly after each shooting session. I have yet to update this article from mid-2018 but Im looking to do so, I just need more info on the newly manufactured models. If the owners manual is anything to go by, the new line may not be limited to the 715 in .357/.38, either (and this is only the small frame manual): Model: 715 Revolver Pistol Pack And the DW Valor series 1911s look pretty good also! This way, you can find something in our list that is perfect for you. I'm a fan of the prancing pony too But, if you are interested in a 1911 type pistol recognized for superior build quality, I recommend the DW. Regardless, I was clanging my steel FBI Q target from 50 yards offhand with boring reliability. Optimists on the other hand claim thatits a self-limiting problem that, regardless of the bullet weights, as more and more of the top straps metal is cut by the hot gasses, eventually there will be no more metal to cut through and more space for the gases to dissipate, hence stopping the flame cutting. Im just about Obamad out though, jokes and all. just to be safe. It may make it comfy to shoot in a booth in a commercial range, but removes the gun from practical use. If not, then unfortunately you have an expensive paperweight. Im leaning towards the Ruger Redhawk with 8 rounds or the 692 with the 9MM cylinder. These 6-shot, hexagonal-cylinder Rhino revolvers are available in 2-inch, 3-inch, 4-inch, 5-inch and 6-inch barrel lengths and in black anodized, nickel-plated, and gold finish, with prices ranging from $1,089 to $1,652 depending on the particular configuration. The manufacturer attempted a vented-rib look but the vents look wrong (they arent even real vents they dont allow for air to flow through the top of the barrel because they dont have holes), the rubber grips look God-awful and the cylinder release looks like a piece of serrated metal hastily screwed onto the frame. Accuracy: * * * * * However, your preferences may differ. revolver. Thankfully CZ-USA, which has owned DW for a decade now, has decided to expand its product line and get back into the wheel-gun game. Im not exactly old, but the black/black combo isnt my best friend. MSRP: $1499 Acknowledgments Colt Manufacturing DoubleTap Ammunition Hornady TALO Gunsite Academy More CZ Redhead Premier Target, dignified double gun. Seems like a quality firearm, but i got to ask what is forged vs. cast on the gun and are the internals MIM? 2.5, 4 and 8 inch barrels. S&W 686 PLUS (still the top American brand with 7 shots to boot) 6. Every revolver guy I know loves Ruger. I b 67 this year and constantly search mr. wizard internet for the better sources of info and constantly get tired of all the misinformation and butthurting suckups with agenda driven opinions. It just feels good for me. frame and SuperMag frame caliber models that Yep your friends might rib you. Ive always wanted a 686, but this article has me interested in comparing it against a Ruger. Then again, I wouldnt have it any other way. grain strength (as opposed to uni-directional Since lighter bullet weights are shorter, it supposedly leaves the cylinder gap and pushes itself into the forcing cone earlier, leaving more room for the still-expanding hot gases to escape. It can be helpful to narrow it down based on usage. It can be done. Its just a little bit bulkier and heavier for daily carry. All other revolvers on this list have the cylinder release mounted on the rear of the frame but the 715s is located is on the crane, whichCZ-USA claims contributes greatly to its accuracy(the same crane latch design can be found as an additional cylinder locking feature on Taurus heavier Raging Bull series revolvers though). Barrel assemblies and grips are easily swapped by the shooter. was either too tight or too wide, accuracy and trigger did not compare to smith and wesson M19 or M27 that I owned. Weight: 47 oz. Unfortunately, because of all the mechanical alterations to the design, it has this weird rhino-ish look that a lot of revolver enthusiasts dont like (though most non-enthusiasts see it as futuristic it even already made its way into a few Hollywood filmslike this one). When his wife kicked him out(for working too much to buy her the things she wanted), all he got out with was his guns. Yeyus! A six inch barrel might be a nice all-around choice for both home defense, carrying around town, and hunting. Just a few days before I got my hands on the new model 715 here, I was shooting my late step grandfathers Smith & Wesson .38 Spl. Until they shoot it.? My uncle(retired surgeon, hunter and gun veteran with 40 years of experience ) owns a Dan Wesson model 15, a model 715 and a Spohr L562 and has told me that the Spohr is equal or better than the Dan Wesson in every respect. ), while forged frames are not. Can anyone assist me I have a Dan Wesson Model 15 that has challenges in single action shooting. Overall Length: 11.65 (as measured) There is a very large contingent of Dan Wesson Guardian SAO Full-Sized Pistol Chambered in 9mm Luger, 38 Super, 45 ACP Check Price vs Colt Python 4.25" DA/SA Full-Sized Revolver Chambered in 357 Magnum Check Price Dimensions Details Capacity Dimensions Customary Metric Want to sell a firearm? This, by contrast, is a very appealing design. Maybe medium-game hunting is about all thats left, a pretty narrow use range. You need to know what you are looking for first. We can hope though, eh? design that also produces a much more Nighthawk/Korth Mongoose (the Rolls Royce of revolvers, also shoots 9mm), 2. Width At Cylinder: 1.5 Now on to the main part of our article, the best 357 magnum revolvers. If you love to wear hoodies? the space shuttle. Swapping grips is a given, but the 715 allows for easy barrel swaps and easy sight changes as well. castings, as well as the omni-directional I own a 38+p Dan Wesson that my father gave to me on my 25 birthday but needs some work and Im having trouble finding parts for it. There are many choices when it comes to this magnum handgun, and we intend to ensure that you make the right one. That is why our frames are able to withstand Chiappa Rhino (most innovative design, easiest to handle), 5. owners of the Dan Wesson design revolvers It came from the factory with a 6-inch vent-rib barrel with a full underlug, finger-grooved rubber stocks, and excellent target-style adjustable sights. Daniel B. Wesson, one of Smith & Wessons founders, had a great-grandson named in his honor, Daniel B. Wesson II. As far as Im aware, the SR-38 only started becoming widely available last year viaTR Imports from Texas. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Well, Ive always been a sucker for revolvers with a vented rib and full underlug, all thanks to the firstResident Evilvideo game that came out in 1996. Yes it is safe to shoot .38 special ammo in a .357 Magnum Revolver. Manurhins arent as expensive as Korths though, which is why among the really passionate (and rich) revolver enthusiasts, Korths might be considered the best revolvers in the world but Manurhins are considered the best practical revolvers in the world. At least thats what a lot of people I know would say. Having a large frame means these revolvers can accommodate a bigger cylinder which holds 8 rounds of .357 Magnum. Fudge factor elimination gear: We would all be lucky to have a reputation as stellar as Dan Wesson revolvers do. If you cant do any of the above or you just cant get an answer, then dont shoot bullets lighter than 140 gr. Otherwise, the $420 investment plus $60 for each grip insert is a bit out of the realm of possibility. loads, then stick to pure copper bullets (theyre more expensive though youve been warned). Shooting anything heavier than the 125 gr. didnt see the colt king cobra357 mag. Are Revolvers more reliable than Semi-Autos? So now that we have all of the caveats out of the way, lets get to the meat of this article. I own many .357 Magnum revolvers. Everyone knowsKimber. not as strong as forged metal). I have a buddy with a very similar story. Because the cylinder has to rotate, it is an entirely separate part from the fixed barrel. You push the mag release, the mag comes out, you push a fresh mag in, rack the slide (or actuate the slide release) and youre ready to go. That is why we recommend reading this list with an idea to your own preferences and choices. The Colt that is experience a very fun revolver resurgence, bringing back the Python, the . Just brought 3.75 barrel, 357 model 14 of this revolver for $440.00 + 35.00 for s/h = 475.00 Thanks for the review. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. Reloading a semi-auto is fairly simple and intuitive. Dan Wessons are Ruger indestructible, they have a ball detent in the back and a locking latch on the crane that shuts it into the frame. the metal to be preserved, and is a Customization: * * * * * In my years of owning and shooting a .357 Magnum revolver, Ive never had to deal with flame cutting. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. TheTaurus 692 is the newest revolveron this list, just recently making its debut in the 2018 SHOT Show. And stupidly traded it off. Surely that is not an official logo? Maybe youll find info to help you make a good decision. Guest . Sad. All these amazing features make it one perfect casual outerwear to get compliments from your fashion friends. A transfer-bar safety is employed to ensure that the hammer cant contact the firing pin unless the trigger is pulled. If all that lead buildup isnt thoroughly cleaned, loading the same gun with .357 Magnum ammo and firing them might result in their empty cases getting stuck in the chambers walls. Also thank you for the arcticle. Theyre manufactured byAlfa Projbased in Brno, the second largest city in Czech Republic which is a country well known for producing some of the best firearms in the world. We purchase investment Ruger GP100 (the stronger and beefier S&W 686 PLUS counterpart), 8. Manurhin MR88 (the Korth's and Colt Python's rival in durability from France) 3. The first question on many folks minds will be whether or not these new double-action revolvers perform the same trick. It might not be as expensive as the Korth Combat revolver but for around $5,000, the Mongoose screams unprecedented craftsmanship, durability and accuracy through and through, not to mention Korths reputation and the bragging rights that come with owning one of their guns. Given the reputation of these Manurhins for strength and accuracy, I wouldnt hesitate to shell out $2,310 if money wasnt a concern (my wife would kill me if I did though, so sadly, no Manurhin for me). The stainlessR92706has a 6-inch barrel with adjustable rear sight, retailing for $429; the bluedR97104has a 4-inch barrel with adjustable rear sight, retailing for $399; while theR46202is a 2-inch snub nose model with fixed rear sight, also in stainless finish, retailing for $359. Sounds like Im going to lose the bet haha. Might submit a review once Dan Wesson 14, 357 arrives, gets a good cleaning/lub job and some shooting of it on family rural property. The standard front sight is a serrated black blade. I would personally pick between the MR88 and the Dan Wesson 715 for those purposes but it really depends on your budget. That pt111 fit my hand like a glove. Theres a lot of what I think are investment cast parts here. Not enough appeal that Id buy one even if they brought them back. The Model 360 uses a scandium alloy frame that makes it lightweight but strong enough to handle the most powerful .357 Magnum loads, and it has round-butt synthetic grips for comfort. I love the fact it has six o clock barrel like a Chiappa Rhino/Mateba and a gas seal that allows using a silencer and to retain all the pressure for better ballistics,it should be also noted that unlike the nagant revolver that partially relies on a cartridge with a very elongated case to make the gas seal, in the case of the Rsh-12 the seal relies only on the gun itself. Check out this review by sootch00 for more info. R, Hi from Queensland Australia. This technique allows the grain of As someone who was abroad and buying revolvers during the heyday of the Dan Wesson revolver, I was hoping the resurrection would have overcome some of the important problems of the design that killed off the model and the company. Question of the Day: How Do You Carry Off-Body? Looks like you did a really good job of getting down in the weeds on these. February 20, 2009 - 11:05 am. Ive been reading about these revolvers since 2010. They state on their website that their company is 100% American-owned and all their products are American-designed, American-made using American parts. Now they'll concentrate on a few models per brand; I can see the Python continuing and the Dan Wesson 1911s will be the focus for the brand. Speed strips, speed loaders and moon clips (for revolvers with a cylinder recessed to accept such) still allow for faster reload but with enough practice, the method described above allows for fast reloads without using any kind of tool because with your strong hand you can load two (even three) chambers at once. Based in Dzce, Turkey, Sarsilmaz is reportedly the only private institution in the country that produces small arms in large quantities for military and law enforcement use. Finish: Semi-Bright Frame Material: Stainless Steel Grips: Walnut Target Stocks Height: 5.5 in. Beware though. Depending on the finish, the type of grips installed and the barrel length, the K6s revolvers can cost anywhere from $850 to $1,100. Given that I shoot a lot of revolver, including in action pistol competition, and never, ever fire my revos single-action, learning that CZ had gotten a good, fast, smooth DA trigger would have been good. Ive always been a semi-auto guy, but more recently have been interested in a revolver. They claim that allows for a tighter lockup. Which .357 Magnum Revolver Is Best for You? document.getElementById( "ak_js_2" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); GND is community supported. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. Mike, i want to recommend that you update this list with the Spohr revolvers. Best revolver Ive ever owned. If you think it cant be, that there might be a story behind its name, then youre right. Dan Wesson revolvers have earned the reputation of being extremely stout. I never shy away from the fact that I like the cheaper and more affordable options on just about anything, from food and wine to computer hardware to firearms. Both are medium-frame, 6-shot revolvers that feature a polished trigger assembly, combat trigger, skeletonized hammer, Hogue rubber grips and a matte blued finish Nighthawk refers to as DLC. These revolvers are supposed to work great because theyre from the Czech Republic. One is a Lotus the other a Peterbuilt. To be honest, I like it better than my Kimber 9. Ill stick with my Rugers. The 2-inch barrel blued model(SKU 770130)sells for $373 and the 4-inch barrel blued model (SKU 770133) sells for $392, while the 2-inch barrel stainless steel model (SKU 770127) sells for $442 and the 4-inch barrel stainless steel model (SKU 770128) sells for $458. They have a reputation for building the thickest-framed, heaviest, sturdiest revolvers that can withstand even the hottest .357 Magnum loads, whether were talking factory ammo or the original Keith load (173 gr. Revolvers will always have that special place in my heart. Can it be just a coincidence that this firearms manufacturers name sounds very much like their competitor, Smith Wesson? The GP100 is available in several different barrel length configurations (2.5-inch, 3-inch, 4.2-inch, 5-inch and 6-inch) but we find that the longer 4-inch-, 5-inch- and 6-inch-barrel options have better balance compared to the shorter barrel ones. And, I believe, altogether non-existent since about 2005. I was scouring the web for the newest revolver brands on the market and got a bit of info on their SR-38 (which back then didnt have that model number). we produce, and the ability to do so with a As far as I know CZ doesnt use MIM so I wouldnt worry about that. CZ semi-auto pistols have gained quite a reputation over the years that in late 2014,CZ-USA decided to try their luckin the revolvers market. Ill take their word for it. But as with its direct Smith & Wesson and Ruger competitors (S&W 627 and Ruger Redhawk in .357 Magnum), I think its too big for the cartridge and for whatever its intended purpose is. revolvers. It will get the job done. I bought a Dan Wesson model 15 .357 Magnum in Georgia in 1973. Hey man, if you want to send me one for Christmas along with adapters for all of the guns that come through here, Im totally down to use it! Flawless and exceptionally accurate. The Model 686 is one of the most common S&W revolvers out there and enthusiasts swear by them. Mike Excellent article, its obvious you did your research. I really liked the old DWs (especially in .41 Mag., which I wish theyd also resurrect). A hex wrench for this is included in the case. of pressure and youre rewarded with a clean, crisp break and the absolute bare minimum of overtravel. Your emails are safe with us. So you didnt TOTALLY lose the bet. The Mongoose has an optional cylinder that allows it to shoot 9x19mm Parabellum rounds with no moon clips required. If you thought the EAA Windicator on this list is ugly, next to the Chiappa Rhino its not at all bad looking. It has fixed rear and front sights and black rubber grips and for $589 its around 18% cheaper than the Ruger SP101 but it offers 40% more ammo capacity. For one thing, theyre not in stock on the importers website (CzechPoint). The pictures really tell the story. Unlike all the other brands revolver models on this list, Rossi revolvers arent available in different barrel length configurations and finish. round in my Taurus 689, I wouldnt personally know how many rounds it would take to break its top strap via flame cutting (nor would I want to find out). He sold most of the guns(I bought a few), except his Python. Good article. We never sell our emails and value your trust. Its not uncommon to see someone who uses their weak support hand to load rounds into the chambers. Since the .38 Specials case is shorter than the .357 Magnums, shooting a lot of .38 Special rounds will result to lead fouling a little further back inside the chambers. I had a Ruger SP101 and a Smith(cant remember which model right now), but, for me, the Taurus DA trigger is far superior, so I sold them both. The firm has been doing custom jobs on S&W pieces for a while and now they make their own revolvers. the S&W 360 and the Ruger SP101) but it holds 6 rounds instead of just 5. I still shoot the 686 better in single action mode. I suppose 5 barrels may be required for hunting in the authors home state. Ive been wanting to add a .357 to my collection for some time but cant make up my mind on getting a good one and being a good steward of what Ive been blessed with. Want to help. investment cast parts for the landing gear on S&W 686 PLUS (still the top American brand with 7 shots to boot), 7. Another Ruger-only feature that contributes to these revolvers strength is the fact that they dont have a removable side plate. Dry firing has its benefits (whether you want to develop muscle memory for proper grip and trigger pull without spending too much on ammo or its just raining outside or your neighbors just a crybaby). In this video im going to test the power of green gas airsoft-VS- CO2 airsoft -VS- CO2 steel BB Of course, the bullet weight warning doesnt apply to pure copper bullets a 125-gr. I guess Im the only one that has no interest in the Colt Python or any of the snakes. Guests. Thorough and informative article on the .357. 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