Well I just got back from the local gun store and I'm feeling a little frustrated and confused. I walked in with the plan of pricing for future purpose a new Stainless Taurus 627 Tracker 4inch in 357. HOWEVER... In the counter they had a NEW Smith & Wesson 586 blued with 6 inch barrel. What really hurt was the fact they would charge $410 for the Taurus and $489 for the S&W. So now I am thoroughly purplexed on what I want. I have read alot of good reviews for the Tracker, but it seems for every good review I also read a bad one... From my quick research online it seems 586 has been discontinued. The owner of the shop said that this was a special run of them or something like that. The one thing I cant forget was how excellant a trigger the 586 had. Light and crisp, just the way I like them! So this is what it boils down to... On the tracker I like that its stainless steal and ported... I also liked that its 4 inch barrel however I'm not so sure I care anymore about that. The 586 has an EXCELLANT trigger and holds 7 rounds just like the tracker and its S&W quality(enouph said there). I could really use some suggestions on which one you members think is better.
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BoneDigger
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Sounds like you have already made up your mind. You liked the S&W so you would probably be happier with it. With all of the reviews you have read, you may have formed an opinion about Taurus and it may always be in the back of your mind, even if you have absolutely GREAT service out of the Tracker.
It's funny to me, but you always hear about the problems with Taurus (which has a lifetime warranty), but nobody talks about problems with Smiths, even though they occur, and not that uncommonly. All gun manufacturuers have issues from time to time. I would not hesitate to buy either gun, but you should buy the one that you LIKE the best. Which seems to be the Smith.
Todd
Sounds like you have already made up your mind. You liked the S&W so you would probably be happier with it. With all of the reviews you have read, you may have formed an opinion about Taurus and it may always be in the back of your mind, even if you have absolutely GREAT service out of the Tracker.
It's funny to me, but you always hear about the problems with Taurus (which has a lifetime warranty), but nobody talks about problems with Smiths, even though they occur, and not that uncommonly. All gun manufacturuers have issues from time to time. I would not hesitate to buy either gun, but you should buy the one that you LIKE the best. Which seems to be the Smith.
Todd
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Well, I'd go with the 586 in a heartbeat. But you have to like what you get. And if you find that lugging around a 6-inch a chore, get your 4-inch. Both guns have two different purposes. The 4-inch will be a better defense pistol; the 6-inch a better range gun.
Why not wait and get a 4-inch 686?
Why not wait and get a 4-inch 686?
eastwood44mag
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Buy them both. Sell the one that you don't like as much after shooting it. Did I mention I was looking for a .357?
sfhogman
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Phoo. Long after you forget the difference in price, you'll still be happy with your Smith.
My 2c,
Jeff
My 2c,
Jeff
Shawnee
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586 - in a millisecond !!!
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Thanks for the responces. I'm looking to use this gun for range purposes only, so what does a 2 inch difference in barrel get you when going from 4 to 6??? Also for anyone who owns one, hows accuracy with yours??? I am officially starting to lean towards the S&W right now. And if I keep leaning towards it that means tomorrow I wont be able to drive by the shop without stopping and picking it up. One last question, Is $489.00 a fair asking price for this new gun??? Once again thanks for all your input.
Thanks for the responces. I'm looking to use this gun for range purposes only, so what does a 2 inch difference in barrel get you when going from 4 to 6??? Also for anyone who owns one, hows accuracy with yours??? I am officially starting to lean towards the S&W right now. And if I keep leaning towards it that means tomorrow I wont be able to drive by the shop without stopping and picking it up.
One last question, Is $489.00 a fair asking price for this new gun??? Once again thanks for all your input.
Jackal
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Why not buy used? You will save yourself about a $100 and most used revo's are like new anyway. I just purchased a used 4" 586 that was perfect, aside from a little blue loss at the muzzle from the holster. Price OTD was $300.00.
Six inch will have a better sight radius and thus should be more accurate.. Trigger will probably be smoother, thus again contributing the better accuracy.
If you ever decide to sell, it will have a better residual value.
I would pay the difference between the two in a heart beat.
I admit being prejudiced in favor of the S&W.. I wouldn't be sitting here typing, I would be leaning against the door of that store in the morning when they open.
Good luck!!
If you ever decide to sell, it will have a better residual value.
I would pay the difference between the two in a heart beat.
I admit being prejudiced in favor of the S&W.. I wouldn't be sitting here typing, I would be leaning against the door of that store in the morning when they open.
Good luck!!
Monkeybear
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Had a Tracker.
Have a few Smiths
Buy the 586.
Have a few Smiths
Buy the 586.
jad0110
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What are you going to use the gun for? I don't hunt, but if you do, the 6" version will add a little extra velocity. For a house gun, I personally prefer a 4". I used to have a 6" Taurus 66 that was a good gun, but I just found the barrel too long/clumsy for night stand duty. Hence my 4" 686, which has proven to be adept at tack driving as well, though not as accurate as my S&W Model 14 38 special.
$489 sounds like a reasonable price to me for a 586. The 686 usually runs $50-75 more. If you like the stainless of the Taurus, but prefer the 586 in every other way, look into a new or used 686+.
BTW, though I do like Taurus, the resale value on a S&W, particularly a used one, will be much better than a Taurus.
$489 sounds like a reasonable price to me for a 586. The 686 usually runs $50-75 more. If you like the stainless of the Taurus, but prefer the 586 in every other way, look into a new or used 686+.
BTW, though I do like Taurus, the resale value on a S&W, particularly a used one, will be much better than a Taurus.
Jim March
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It takes a bit longer to line up the sights on a 6" tube, but once you do accuracy is higher.
This is why hunters go for 6" or more barrels, people interested in self defense rarely go past 4" and often run less, all the way to 2" in some cases.
This is why hunters go for 6" or more barrels, people interested in self defense rarely go past 4" and often run less, all the way to 2" in some cases.
ArchAngelCD
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Even for very good shooters (of which I am not) the added 2" on the barrel makes a difference. You will be a lot more accurate at the range with the 6" S&W than the 4" Taurus.
carl418
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Beware of buying any S&W revolvers!! They are HIGHLY ADDICTIVE!! I have 13 of them now, and I can't stop buying them!! You have been warned...
LeadPumper
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586 goodness...
I've got a soft spot for the 586 6" model, it's what I learned on, and the first handgun I got from my Dad.
It's a first run model no dash that went back to the factory for the crane upgrade and has the factory 'M' stamp.
I used to have a scope on it for 25 yard paper punching, but a 627 now fills that niche.
For the price and general condition of the S&W, there's no chance I'd be considering the Taurus.
YMMV
-LeadPumper
I've got a soft spot for the 586 6" model, it's what I learned on, and the first handgun I got from my Dad.
It's a first run model no dash that went back to the factory for the crane upgrade and has the factory 'M' stamp.
I used to have a scope on it for 25 yard paper punching, but a 627 now fills that niche.
For the price and general condition of the S&W, there's no chance I'd be considering the Taurus.
YMMV
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22-rimfire
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The choice is relatively easy. Smith. The six-inch barrel will be appreciated for general shooting, plinking, range shooting, hunting, etc. It will not be as handy as a walk around gun in the woods or hiking. The six-inch points a bit slower for a home defense situation, but not a huge deal.
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Easy......
GET THE SMITH
GET THE SMITH
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