John Wayne
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I'm in the market for a large-caliber revolver. Purchase will be sometime in the near future, but still saving up ATM.
What I'm looking for is a carryable revolver with good handling characteristics and a respectable amount of knock-down power. What I don't want is a boat anchor, scoped 14" barreled monstrosity, or a 2" gun in .454 Casull.
This gun will be carried on hiking/backpacking/camping trips, as well as when working on hunting land clearing shooting lanes, etc. I do not plan to hunt with it. I reload, and plan to shoot it frequently for recreation and proficiency.
Right now the requirements I've got are as follows: .41 or larger caliber, DAO or DA/SA, fixed sights, SS or other durable finish (not blued). Light weight is a major consideration, 5" bbl. max.
I live in the Southeast, and am not under any illusions about attacks by hordes of wolves, rabid cougars or grizzly bears. I am, however, concerned about coyotes where I hunt, and black bears that may be attracted by someone else's irresponsible disposal of trash when camping. This is why I'd like something with more punch than the .38 spl. 442 I usually carry.
Right now, the Ruger Redhawk in .45 LC has most of the features I want, but I imagine it's rather clunky. I have handled a SW Mountain Lite in .44 spl. and loved it, but didn't like the fact that it was limited to 200 gr. bullets. SW's 329 PD in .44 mag also appeals to me. IIRC, there is also a 36 oz. Blackhawk in .45 LC, but it's single action, with a blued finish. Haven't completely ruled out the .357 as a contender either, but it'd almost have to be a SW 65 4", which are hard to come by.
What say ye?
What I'm looking for is a carryable revolver with good handling characteristics and a respectable amount of knock-down power. What I don't want is a boat anchor, scoped 14" barreled monstrosity, or a 2" gun in .454 Casull.
This gun will be carried on hiking/backpacking/camping trips, as well as when working on hunting land clearing shooting lanes, etc. I do not plan to hunt with it. I reload, and plan to shoot it frequently for recreation and proficiency.
Right now the requirements I've got are as follows: .41 or larger caliber, DAO or DA/SA, fixed sights, SS or other durable finish (not blued). Light weight is a major consideration, 5" bbl. max.
I live in the Southeast, and am not under any illusions about attacks by hordes of wolves, rabid cougars or grizzly bears. I am, however, concerned about coyotes where I hunt, and black bears that may be attracted by someone else's irresponsible disposal of trash when camping. This is why I'd like something with more punch than the .38 spl. 442 I usually carry.
Right now, the Ruger Redhawk in .45 LC has most of the features I want, but I imagine it's rather clunky. I have handled a SW Mountain Lite in .44 spl. and loved it, but didn't like the fact that it was limited to 200 gr. bullets. SW's 329 PD in .44 mag also appeals to me. IIRC, there is also a 36 oz. Blackhawk in .45 LC, but it's single action, with a blued finish. Haven't completely ruled out the .357 as a contender either, but it'd almost have to be a SW 65 4", which are hard to come by.
What say ye?