This gun is also quite stylish with an 8-round fluted cylinder and choice of black synthetic or wood grips. I personally have a 6" blued Python, circa 1978, that is new-in-box, never fired, and have no intention of firing it. We hate SPAM and promise to keep your email address safe. It has been for going one 30 or 40 years. They are getting harder and harder to find as most people who have one will not part with it. I have an old model 19 and just recently started shooting again. The barrels are both 1:14 LH twist with 6 grooves. I have a couple blackhawks and they are fine guns that will last a lifetime super strong. I believe the Ruger GP 100 would be a little too heavy for regular carry. There I think the rhino has it won hands down ,design reduces recoil ,still shoot my pythons and a bunch of distinguished combat magnums by s& w but the rhino is my favorite because of reduced recoil. 60. There are NO sharp edges anyhwere and it comes in 2, 3 & 4 inch barrels. What is your opinion of this pistol and what do you estimate its value to be in excellent to new con dition.. Less than a box of shells has been fired through it.. You forgot the Dan Wesson. Theyre basically Troopers but less expensive with fixed sights and not quite as gussied up. Check Price . David Yardley on December 28, 2021 at 10:05 pm Shot old python, bought the new one and it's better. Be sure to read all about the K6s in our review! Best .357 ever!!! Have one in pristine condition and shoots like a dream. The single action pull comes in at about three pounds while the 686 is 10 pounds in double action and the single action pull is about 2.5 pounds. New Colt Python Vs. 686 GoldenWebb 54.1K subscribers Join 18K views 3 years ago #GoldenWebb Support the channel by subscribing to Big Daddy Unlimited! 686+ 4 inch is the best overall revolver on the market right now, .357 Ruger Blackhawk long barrel, how does it rate among pistols. And if you do that, you should consider all the giants upon whose shoulders today's manufacturers stand. This list makes no sence. And stay in touch with newsletters of our best articles on techniques, guns, & gear. Then why is the Colt Python on this list. Powerful. Love all of them. and hunt with a 8" Dan Wesson. Pure and simple. But it was easily done by a gunsmith (unlike S&W and Ruger revolvers, it is not easily screwed off to replace and disassembling/reassembling revolvers in general is not for the faint of.heart) cheaply. Billed as the lightest 6-shot revolver, the K6s weighs in at around 23 ounces. While heavier than the standard Colt Cobra, the extra weight helps tame the recoil of the .357 Magnum cartridge and increases service life. I shoot exclusively reloads now, but 357 or 38spc both run excellent in it. When we sent the gun to S&W for examination, detonation was their determination, likely due to a light handload. I believe dan wesson should be on the list as well they had an innovative design of being able to swap barrels. If one wants to put a "Super Tune" into both guns the Colt will have a lighter double action pull down around 6 pounds; single action will be somewhat lighter in the Smith. yup both these come in 4inch 5 and 6 the 627 is better than the 686. If youre looking for a high-quality concealed-carry revolverthis is it. I have a 4" GP100 match champion that shoots like a dream. (DAO104) Outdoorsman Holster for my 4 Ruger Sec Six and it fits great. 25 after seeing how much the value has gone up and it's not original. Over the years I have owned most of the 357 Mag Revolvers you listed and since I reload I have put a lot of lead through them. Check out our review of the King Cobra or view what others think about the Cobra over on our Pew Pew Meter Page! There is no "proven stopping power" for a particular caliber gun. Taurus brightly polished their stainless gun. I still regularly take it to the range and it is very accurate and can handle a heavy load with no problem. Thanks,Tad. But to be honest if I'm packing a cowboy shooter, its gunna be in .45 long Colt. The Safariland Comp II Speedloader is injection molded and its push-button operation combines maximum speed with easy reloading, making it popular for duty applications. The GP-100, Redhawk, and SP-101 would later follow. The Model 19/66 are K-frames, and the Python might better be compared to the larger, heavier S&W L-frames (586/686). These were both brand new 640 revolvers and even the "good" one was not that great. I certainly didnt go wrong with this group of firearms. Not much was mentioned about it in your article. I experienced that in a S&W Model 10 when teaching a new police shooter on his very first day. I have heard all the bad about the old Taurus's, but they have stepped up and are making some good stuff now. Indeed. I thoroughly enjoy your articles. Colt .357 Magnums: the original Python, the 2020 Python and Colt's first .357 Magnum, a 7- inch barrel New Service. According to Frank Barnes' "Cartridges of the World," the .357 case was made 1/8 inch longer in order to keep it from being chambered in .38 Special cylinders that were not strong enough to handle the much higher case pressure of the .357. . Might need to get rid of it because of hand issues. The smiths at Colt had a lot of man hours in the finish work on their double-action revolvers. I mean absolutely no disrespect toward your decisions,heck I'd love to own a python,but as someone advising new people about the world of revolvers you might want to revisit the K frame models. Model 686 PLUS 3" Colt . I regularly carry my Windicator when in situations where deep concealment isn't a necessity (OWB under winter clothing will be fine; it'll stick out a bit in light clothing; IWB appendix carry is possible and the most concealed position available. The single action pull comes in at about three pounds while the 686 is 10 pounds in double action and the single action pull is about 2.5 pounds. As I said before I find it very, very accurate despite having fixed and rather primitive sights. It was popular with the public and used in the U.S. military from 1873 to 1892. It's a wonderful revolver and quite reasonably priced, either new or used. Case volume was not an issue. This longer case makes it impossible to load a .357 Magnum round in .38 Special revolvers. No, the case was made longer to prevent loading in a 38 special. I have a Taurus Tracker model 692, multi-caliber. Its bare-bones design and easy-to-use mechanism make it perfect for beginners. You feature the Manurhin as a high-end revolver and omit the Korth/Night Hawk in your discussion-review of .357's. price range, or lower, than Taurus, they can be found at $300 or lower even. Only test fired the Python as it is in pristine condition. These revolvers are easy to conceal in a holster, purse, or fanny pack. 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 . It was done intentionally to prevent accidentally loading the .357 into a 38 special gun. I have 3 Dan Wessons in.22, .357, and .44 Magnum. You get most of the oomph of 357, but can still conceal easily. But if you're looking for something to get you from A to B, Toyota, Honda, even BMW will still do that just as effectively and at a price point that is accessible. You do not pay My opinion. Smith and Wesson lengthened the .38 Long Colt cartridge slightly and improved performance from a 152-grain bullet at 750 fps to a 158-grain bullet at 850 fps. That's with 357 mag ammo. Your article states the S&W K frame is obsolete. I love the large frame guns I own 2 44 Magnum Smith & Wesson revolvers with 8 and 3/8 inch barrels and I only shoot iron sights. Keep 'em coming. One great thing about .357 Magnum revolvers is you can load it with the cheapest.38 Special rounds you can find for plinking and target practice, and you can load it with full-power .357 Magnum rounds when you're carrying it. Colt revolver fanatics love to tout the Python but Colt walked away from that market years ago leaving S&W as the de facto standard. I may earn a small part of the sale from links to any products or services on this site. I have the Ruger SP-101 with the 2.25" inch barrel and the rubber grip with the finger grooves that gives you someplace to put your pinky finger. My main gripe is that, to me, the Colt's double-action trigger seems to get heavier as I pull the trigger, while the S&W seems more consistent from start to finish.may be my imagination, but that's what I feel. You have the date incorrect on the release of the Ruger GP100. You must not know about them yet. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. While these guns are powerful, their large size and heavy weight make them harder to conceal. I had a GP-100 and loved it. Rate it below! It drove the market price up about $200 over the last Python they released, but maybe we can chalk that up to inflation. Then you are obligated to consider all the magnum revolvers in and out of production. - too big to carry; and too much for me to handle. Most of their models start at $3,000+, that just isn't reasonable for most people. I too have a GP 100 and a S&W 686 Plus. Tried a few different grips but not a lot of selection for that model, but it deserves to be on there being the first revolver with the transfer bar. And yet the Security-Six is missing from the list and the GP-100 is on it. All 8 inch barrels. I love them both like a bigamist with two supermodel wives. It's double action trigger pull is quite heavy and less, but not poorly accurate (I always shoot single action although I practice a DA double-tap although even if I had to execute one I train doing it in SA anyway. towards your level. I know a lot of people would disagree, but of all the snub noses, 357 or 38 special I have shot, the newest Taurus 605 is the one I bought and would buy again. The .38 Special became the most popular revolver cartridge of all time. This gun is FABULOUS! You might want to check it out for future reviews and lists. Ruger GP100 compared to a Colt Python!!! The password should contain at least 8 characters with at least one number or special character. Ruger also offers a 4.2-inch model that sports a fiber optic front sight and adjustable rear sight. How the New Python Compares. If I gotta have a second choice, It's gunna be Ruger or "Other" SAR that can handle .357 Mag rounds. For me the only guns that compete in terms of my own accuracy at self-defense range would be my 1911 and S&W revolvers. Simple. Just stopping a threat does not mean the gun has "proven Stopping Power" We can only go by our own experiences. There have been many legendarily excellent wheelguns come and go over the years, but few have codified the modern revolver as well as the Ruger GP100 and Smith & Wesson Model 686. Ive had a S&W Mod.19 for roughly 35yrs. Striker-Fired Compact Pistol Chambered in 45 ACP . At that time I looked at Ruger's Security Six, Colt's King Cobra, and Smith's 686. I have heard from my local gun dealer that they can easily pull $3,000. I dont have anything else but I think thats enough to get it done. It is a stainless-steel handgun and is in the "S&W", L-Frame My service arm was a Ruger Security 6. There is a lot of steel these old guns, which adds to the expense and the weight. Yes, the Blackhawk can take any hot 357 round in stride. The King Cobra is a medium-frame 6-shot revolver with a 3-inch barrel, sporting a brushed stainless steel finish. I reload .38 Special for target shooting and the heavy frame is just right for the recoil of the .357 cartridge. The Security Six has the best reviews of all 357 Mag. This gun opts for a front blade sight and fixed rear sight. Hand-Picked Daily GUN DEALS, and Exclusive Coupons Codes >>>. Lots of great guns and points here but as with any beat of list, you like what you like. 1,499.99 . You can swap cylinders between .357 and 9mm, and recoil is pretty gentle thanks to the design. Go to revolvers then type .357 magnum. I was in my twenties and knew nothing. Colt Python. P365 XL . You left out the best .357 revolver on the market. Injunbro said: A full lug adds a bit of weight to the muzzle helping tame muzzle lift. There is one correction you might care to make in the interest of accurate history, though. Not good. A relative newcomer in comparison to some of these models, the Kimber K6s comes in a few different models with the main two being the standard K6s (Double-action only), and the DASA (exposed hammer). Jan 30, 2020. The DA trigger pull was silky smooth. The reliability and durability of the SP101 in conjunction with its smaller size make this a great choice for backpackers, hikers, and other outdoors enthusiasts. Best .357 Revolvers: Top Picks for Gun Enthusiasts and First-Time Gun Owners. This revolver tames the recoil with even the heaviest loads. Only fired maybe 4-500 rounds and cleaned after every use. Model 5033 Ruger Redhawk .357 Magnum: Top Pick. double-action pull than the Python. Over priced at best, "suck" not hardly. 357 Magnum is a bit to handle but I can shoot 38 Special thru it all day long. any review giving is a matter of opinion of the person giving it. Copyright 2023 Pew Pew Media, Inc. All rights reserved. Beautiful gun and nice action but shooting heavy loads one handed makes my hand slide up the back. My carry gun is SP101. I have the Ruger New model Blackhawk convertible in a 357 magnum, 6.50 in barrel. Smith & Wesson . I know you can't possibly include every 357 magnum you like, but for this aerticle I was surprised to see the Kimber K6s left out. *to be pedantic, Americans people often pronounce "Windicator" as intuitively spelled for us "WIN"-dicator; but being a German gun, it's pronounced "VIN-dicator", same as the English word "vindicate." Fred is an old hand when it comes to firearms. Jack. I bought one in 1982; so your "1985" bez wong. The only problem with it was the grip was too small. With 38's it's like shooting a 22. For small frame revolvers, I dont recommend always shooting heavy-loaded .357 Magnum ammo. I keep those at home. Considering the diverse ammunition loads available, it is easy to find one that works for you. The very first gun I ever bought was a Taurus Model 66, 357 mag. I tested the DA and SA in their stock form and the Colt, with zero modifications, is the clear winner. If I had younger eyes, I could push the distance further. My 4, pre-lock 686-3. And am in love with it. Granted the 686 is a fine weapon and probably should've beat out the Ruger Redhawk at #6 but that is the choice of the author. L. Les-or-more Private. The King Cobra has a perfect balance of size, weight, and barrel length that results in a great shooter that isn't cumbersome to carry. Type your email address and well send What about the S&W 686? and have never had a problem with any of them. I have been a .357 fan for 50 years. I just can't say enough good about the Kimber, sweet! Great combo with a short lever rifle for the truck. I also owned a 3" SP101. These happen to be some of our favorites. Peter, How do I get a catalog with the 357 handguns. The trigger is good from the factory, but can be tuned to a very nice pull. It also shoots 38 and 9mm with another cylinder. And the Ruger GP100 7-shot with 4 barrel. I would like to get ahold of a Smith & weightWesson 357 Magnum with 8 and 3/8 inch barrel. I was told by the late Joe Wallace, a Colt armourer who built the Official Police, Officer's Model and Python, that Colt had engineering students at the University of Connecticutt conduct yaw card and spark shadowgraph studies of the .38 Special revolver firing 158-gr. Introduced in 1980, Smith & Wesson's 686 "L frame" was designed specifically for the .357 Magnum cartridge. Manufactured in 1955, the first year of production for the Colt Python. M&P 9 Shield Plus . the slickness and fitting of a GP100 to a Python is even more fruitless than people who compare GP's to S&W 586's and 686's. The only thing they have in common are they are .357 revolvers. If a Python was put through heavy use, they were known to go "out of time." I have hand loaded just about everything in .38 and While there are plenty of .357 models and companies that produce them, a few gun makers immediately stand out. Although extremely expensive, the MR73 is regarded by many as the finest .357 magnum revolver ever made. Hey Jeremy, thanks for the reca Rhino is on my list of revolvers to try! Kinber revolvers from now on for me. Powerful. In similar enough meaning it definitely is a WIN though. Simple. mitigates recoil and muzzle lift. With heavy loads the low center of fire keeps you on target if you want a revolver with ease try one, Well you left out one of the sweetest 357mags, the new rino 3' 357mags. The Python also has a ventilated top rib and a full underlug to protect the ejection rod. This is a great gun. 25m range. Additional features include black Hogue grips and an exposed hammer. Probably have over a 1000 rounds through this pistol and still shoots straight and true. I usually use the 4" or 6". Im still partial to a S&W 13-3 I have and it has a lot of miles on it. Thanks! This model comes with a 5-inch barrel and measures 10.25 inches long overall. I shoot .38 +P ammo for practice. All are fantastic revolvers that are fun to shoot and can handle anything you put through them. So many choices! Smith & Wesson Model 60 .357 Magnum The Model 60 is a 5-shot DA/SA stainless steel "J" frame revolver. It is a stainless steel N large-frame revolver with a 4-inch custom underlug barrel. In terms of personal defense firearms: This further Revolvers. I've tried the .44SW Mag. Chiappa Rhino should be on this list. But not a lot of them in brush killing much. That was the last thing I heard for the rest of the day. Ruger also manufactures .357 Magnum revolvers, including the Blackhawk and the Vaquero. While I own a number of different pistols, I love my revolvers for their simplicity, reliability, and accuracy. Ammo kinetic energy and shot placement determine what we call "stopping power", not the gun. .357 mag. It's accurate and its heavy barrel retards the recoil, which can be sharp at times. The great stopping power myth is that there is a "best." You should check it out. You can swap them in a matter of seconds. Id like to see reviews on the colt lightening and the Taurus thunderbolt .357 mag pump action rifles. Trigger was good out of the box, after about 5,000 rounds it was outstanding! My first handgun was a Colt revolver (Trooper Mk III in .357) and it was a beefy piece. G26 Gen4 . I bought my heavy vented rib model with 3 barrels (2.5", 4" and 8") back in early '70s (1974 I think). Would also suggest discussing the intended use for the gun. I couldnt put the Rhino down fast enough. 2020 Python vs S&W 686 Watch on CZ Scorpion EVO 3 S1 Pistol batesvilleshooter.com Call me "Old Fashioned"(and that would be correct, as I am an old man)but I will take my Model 66, 3" Stainless over ANY of the revolvers listed. The cylinder design is great. All the Revolvers you listed are excellent but you left out one of the best 357 Mag. The MR73 is the most exacting and high-end production revolver ever made. Get a 686 to play with. Again, do we have to state so emphatically, that the list is the opinion of the author. gear. Their prices are still reasonable, but they are starting to climb, as the name start to get respected again. One also must consider whether today's .357 Magnum revolvers are as good as or worse than the giants upon whose shoulders they stand. Standard markings, with serrated ramp front and adjustable rear sight. I prefer the 4-inch underlug barrel, adjustable rear sight, and ramp front sight. What about the Chiapas Rhino? I own the Ruger gp100 6inch..SW 586 4 inch..SW K-comp 19.. Glock . If you are referring to police work they all are obsolete. You also get match-grade wood grips and adjustable sights. Internal construction can differ depending on the type of bullet and purpose. It's easy to build muscle memory of draw, clear, finger on trigger, pull hammer and then trigger, repeat. The Python has only two types of speedloaders, and most holsters that work for it also work for Ruger GP100s and S&W 686s. sticking with the old .38/.357 combo. I love them. S&W Model 19 w/ 4" barrel, Pachmayr grips, and a sweet trigger job. The 2020 Python is made from a stronger material, with 30% material in the top strap. By and large, I believe Smith & Wesson's double-action revolvers are superior to those made by Colt, and have been for quite. It seems a little odd that the best selling revolvers in the history of the world,some of which are still being manufactured,are obsolete but 2 discontinued and very expensive used Colts are recommended. Reliable. I haven't dealt with those yet though! One area where the Ruger GP100 and the S&W 686 absolutely smoke the Colt Python is availability of aftermarket parts. The King Cobra is a three-inch barreled, medium-frame .357 with a weight of 28 ounces and a brushed stainless steel construction. But the GP's will keep shooting monster .357's long after a Python or S&W has beat itself into a . You left out the very best .357 Magnum revolver: the Smith and Wesson 686 plus. But I live in a state with unrestricted open and concealed carry, so YMMV.) I too have been a big fan of Taurus. no just the 627 almost the same gun so he used that one, and i agree with that choice. For small frame revolvers, I dont recommend always shooting heavy-loaded, Its possible to wear out or break important parts of the revolver under these loads. I can smack pop cans at 100 yards all day long. You probably also know it as the gun that won the West. However, I did recently find the Taurus Tracker 692. Try one! I like the stainless steel version since it handles moisture better than blued steel. Another fine revolver that should have been mentioned is the Dan Wesson.357 Magnum. The King Cobra has a much shorter (and stiffer!) 357 and 44mag. Hey Marty, there's almost no kydex options so you'll probably have to go with leather. Python 3" vs. Smith & Wesson . I've owned several Pythons dating back to the early 1980's and I've never kept one. The model 627 Tracker has been one of the nicest shooting revolvers I've fired. Not sure if the Python can match it for distance. Hahahha, is that your "professional" opinion? palmettostatearmory.com . 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