C-grunt
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It might. Is it by Chicago? If so maybe not.
Noob wants a 357
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eatont9999
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I recently bought a S&W 65-3 for $300. It is used and shows a bit of wear, but in SS it is not very noticeable. It functions well and the lockup is good. It has a 3" barrel, so recoil is a little more than 4" but I can still handle it. I would say look around your local gun shops for a nice used revolver. If you like it, it passes inspection, and the price is right, get it.
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Here's one. S&W model 37(38 Special not +P) pinned barrel, square butt, no lock of course,with carry wear. Has box, paper, and holster, not original grips, but stag for 225.00 These guns usually get carried more than shot because of the recoil of this light weight gun is not fun. There is a good chance you could win it, It's fairly priced. Ive seen quite a few sell near $400.00 in excellent condition with no papers or box, pretty good for a old gun that sold for roughly 200.00 in
**1981**. These have some kind of collectors value I gather because Ive seen some asking prices for 600+
http://www.auctionarms.com/search/displayitem.cfm?itemnum=8882085
**1981**. These have some kind of collectors value I gather because Ive seen some asking prices for 600+
http://www.auctionarms.com/search/displayitem.cfm?itemnum=8882085
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CSA 357
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If you will get out and hit the pawn shops you will find a nice 19 or 66 in your price range, you just cant beat a smith!
CoRoMo
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You've got it all right.
Jump on a good .357, Ruger if you can afford it, and don't look back.
Jump on a good .357, Ruger if you can afford it, and don't look back.
bflobill_69
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Hard to beat the linear trigger of an old model 19 or 66...
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Hard to beat the linear trigger of an old model 19 or 66...
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Beagle-zebub
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And where might he find a set of those?
Hey everyone thanks for all the advice. I wasn't getting the email notifications so had no idea this thread had continued.
I've a lot of models to consider now which is great and a lot of pawn shops to visit. Colorado Springs does have a lot of military and more than it's share of pawn shops. The auctions seemed pretty good too, not too far out of my price range. I think I will start a savings tin and see how much I can squirrel away. It might take me a little longer to get something but I'm in no hurry.
Do you think those Union Jack hand grips might also play the James Bond theme when you pull the trigger?
I've a lot of models to consider now which is great and a lot of pawn shops to visit. Colorado Springs does have a lot of military and more than it's share of pawn shops. The auctions seemed pretty good too, not too far out of my price range. I think I will start a savings tin and see how much I can squirrel away. It might take me a little longer to get something but I'm in no hurry.
Do you think those Union Jack hand grips might also play the James Bond theme when you pull the trigger?
Even if it did play James Bond theme music when fired, if you're firing a .357 there isn't any way you'll be hearing the music after the first shot.
And if you're wearing ear protection you won't hear the music anyway.
Are you still looking?
I may have a lead. I "know" of a guy who's looking to sell a Ruger Security Six. Don't know how much he wants, if it still has it, or if he's willing to ship. But if you're still looking I'll try to get you some answers.
And if you're wearing ear protection you won't hear the music anyway.
Are you still looking?
I may have a lead. I "know" of a guy who's looking to sell a Ruger Security Six. Don't know how much he wants, if it still has it, or if he's willing to ship. But if you're still looking I'll try to get you some answers.
atlanticfire
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First handgun was a Ruger Security Six, awsome gun still have it! Bult like a tank, shoots almost once a week and still looks new. Would never sell it and would recomend it to anyone as a first gun. Got it for 300.
I just checked the ads where I saw it listed. The Security Six is gone.
Sorry.
There is a Colt Trooper for sale there but I've heard that the lockwork on Colt revolvers doesn't hold up as well as Smiths and that nothing short of a crowbar holds up better than a Ruger.
I'll let you know if I see anything.
Sorry.
There is a Colt Trooper for sale there but I've heard that the lockwork on Colt revolvers doesn't hold up as well as Smiths and that nothing short of a crowbar holds up better than a Ruger.
I'll let you know if I see anything.
Highland Ranger
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Model 60's are typically around $400 and the S&W equivalent to the Ruger.
The "Chief's Special" is a very common model so most gun shops should have one in stock maybe even a good used one for more of a discount.
Less fun at the range than a 4" 686, but perhaps more practical to carry.
The "Chief's Special" is a very common model so most gun shops should have one in stock maybe even a good used one for more of a discount.
Less fun at the range than a 4" 686, but perhaps more practical to carry.
Hey no problem goon, I think it makes sense for me to save up a little first anyway. It's easier for the that way wife to too, neither one of us like to use plastic.
I think my in-laws would be happy to lend to me in the meanwhile. They need a little inspiration to head out to the range this time of year.
I think my in-laws would be happy to lend to me in the meanwhile. They need a little inspiration to head out to the range this time of year.
jjohnson
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Beagle-Zebub.... what?
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Oh, come ON, who are you trying to kid here?
Anybody who's ever been in the REAL miltary KNOWS that the Air Force 
is ***NOT*** military. I'd expect the pawn shops around an Air Force base to be full of pink velvet pants suits, bunny slippers, hair dryers, and Barry Manilow 8-track tapes.
Jeeeeez......
You said
Oh, come ON, who are you trying to kid here?
Anybody who's ever been in the REAL miltary KNOWS that the Air Force is ***NOT*** military. I'd expect the pawn shops around an Air Force base to be full of pink velvet pants suits, bunny slippers, hair dryers, and Barry Manilow 8-track tapes.Jeeeeez......
Beagle-zebub
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Oh man, I am SO there!!!
Hi syco,
I'll bet your in-laws could give you great advice . . . and I'll bet that advice would be to invest in quality firearms that do nothing but go up in value after you buy them. Also, NOTHING contributes to accuracy more than a great trigger.
Here's a .357 that arrived to me in Georgia today . . . from COLORADO, and from a Colorado handgun competitor and grip maker (in Greeley) . . . complete with good ol' American Elk Stag grips he made . . . from Colorado Elk!
The gun is the venerable S&W Model 19, in factory nickleplate finish . . . and in the very concealable (but still easy to shoot) barrel length of 2 1/2." This size gun would make it a tad easier toting all that camera equipment up those tall peaks . . . plus make it concealable (yeah, I said this twice).
THIS would be the kind of revolver I'd want to carry, if I were you, in Colorado!
And yes, it is used . . . from the early 1980s era . . . and still just as good as new. I'd be quite proud to wear it out in Colorado and rugged outdoorsmen there would surely respect your choice too!
BTW, Rugers are stout and HEAVY revolvers of excellent quality. I wouldn't want to tote the extra weight up the mountains myself . . . and their triggers are no where near as nice as those on the Smith & Wessons.
Taurus? You mentioned toting a lot of photographic equipment. If you are a serious photographer, would you skimp on a flimsy tripod or a cheap, imported telephoto lens? A camera won't save your life. Your S&W might!
Good luck on your quest but I'd wait and get a good used S&W (Model 19 or 66 if you want adjustable sights, or a Model 13 or 65 if you are happy with fixed sights).
T.
I'll bet your in-laws could give you great advice . . . and I'll bet that advice would be to invest in quality firearms that do nothing but go up in value after you buy them. Also, NOTHING contributes to accuracy more than a great trigger.
Here's a .357 that arrived to me in Georgia today . . . from COLORADO, and from a Colorado handgun competitor and grip maker (in Greeley) . . . complete with good ol' American Elk Stag grips he made . . . from Colorado Elk!
The gun is the venerable S&W Model 19, in factory nickleplate finish . . . and in the very concealable (but still easy to shoot) barrel length of 2 1/2." This size gun would make it a tad easier toting all that camera equipment up those tall peaks . . . plus make it concealable (yeah, I said this twice).
THIS would be the kind of revolver I'd want to carry, if I were you, in Colorado!
And yes, it is used . . . from the early 1980s era . . . and still just as good as new. I'd be quite proud to wear it out in Colorado and rugged outdoorsmen there would surely respect your choice too!
BTW, Rugers are stout and HEAVY revolvers of excellent quality. I wouldn't want to tote the extra weight up the mountains myself . . . and their triggers are no where near as nice as those on the Smith & Wessons.
Taurus? You mentioned toting a lot of photographic equipment. If you are a serious photographer, would you skimp on a flimsy tripod or a cheap, imported telephoto lens? A camera won't save your life. Your S&W might!
Good luck on your quest but I'd wait and get a good used S&W (Model 19 or 66 if you want adjustable sights, or a Model 13 or 65 if you are happy with fixed sights).
T.
The S&W M-60 isn't quite an equivalent to an SP-101.
Depending on how you're going to carry it that could be better or worse. Slipped in a pocket or carried concealed in warm weather the Model 60 is probably a better choice. Carried on a belt and loaded with "medium" .357's or full power rompin' stompin' ammo, I'll take the extra beef of the little Ruger any day.
Still, sounds like the OP is looking to go a size bigger than these. I'm thinking a 4" S&W Model 19/66 or 13/65 or a Security or Speed Six would be great choices for his use. I also can't say anything bad about the S&W 686 and with any luck, I'll be able to comment on what I think of the Ruger GP-100 while I still have a little lead left in my pistol (figuratively speaking).
Depending on how you're going to carry it that could be better or worse. Slipped in a pocket or carried concealed in warm weather the Model 60 is probably a better choice. Carried on a belt and loaded with "medium" .357's or full power rompin' stompin' ammo, I'll take the extra beef of the little Ruger any day.
Still, sounds like the OP is looking to go a size bigger than these. I'm thinking a 4" S&W Model 19/66 or 13/65 or a Security or Speed Six would be great choices for his use. I also can't say anything bad about the S&W 686 and with any luck, I'll be able to comment on what I think of the Ruger GP-100 while I still have a little lead left in my pistol (figuratively speaking).
I bought a Ruger GP100 for my first gun, which turned out to be great. You can find them for under $400 in excellent condition, they're built like tanks, and best of all, you can dry fire it as much as you like to "practice" in between visits to a range. If you're only going to have one gun in the near future, a revolver is your best bet.
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