What are your three finest shooting revolvers?

[jar]

Tough question and with no solid answer.

Probably my most accurate revolver when I do everything just right and when we are talking out beyond 15 yards is my Dan Wesson 15-2. But it has to be properly adjusted and with the right ammo for the distance and I have to really work to do my part for each shot.

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At 15 yards and closer all of my revolvers are pretty much functionally equivalent. Three colts tend to get the largest share of revolver carry time and probably the most range time as well; a 1919 Army Special, a 1926 Police Positive in 38S&W (Colt New Police) and a 1980 Detective Special. I think it is mostly a function of the Colt trigger pull feel. It may not be as light as on some of my Smiths but just feels "right".

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When I lived in Arizona and did some wandering off the normal path it was usually with one of my S&W 1917s or my 1919 Colt New Service, most often in a Hunter SureFit holster or a fancy I picked up a little ways south of the border.

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There are three Smiths that also get some outdoors time and honestly, they are as accurate and reliable as any I've mentioned so far. They are my absolute joy to use 1903 Double Action model 4 in 38S&W, a late 60s no dash 28 and a 19-5 with target sights, hammer and trigger.

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There is a strange attraction to shooting a handgun that's over 100 years old (the two made in 1919 will join that party soon) that is subtly different than with my newer handguns.

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[walnut1704]

Well I'm not exactly the worlds greatest pistolero but these three work best for me. All targets are 15 yards.

The best of the bunch: S&W 657 .41 magnum...

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After that I'll take the K-38... but I also have a 6" Model 66 that shoots right with it...

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or the Blackhawk...

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Really pretty much any American made 6" medium or large frame.

 

[Slamfire]

I thought about this for a while.

This is probably the finest shooting revolver I own, but I am not shooting it any more, it is worth more as a pretty paperweight




This is the pistol I shoot the most, I have put tens of thousands of rounds downrange with this M10, and it is accurate, smooth, and shoots to point of aim either double action or single action. Looks like a rag doll, but you know, pretty does not put bullets on target.



This M25-7 is a wonderful pistol. It was a limited run of 2500 in 1989. This was the first year S&W cut their chamber mouths to 0.452 in the 45 LC. I traded a M25-5 and a 44 Magnum FIE hombre even steven to the local gunstore, and I feel I got the better deal. The M25-5 had 0.455" chamber mouths and would not shoot standard lead bullets worth a flip. This one shoots them all well. The heavy five inch barrel tames the 45 LC, the single action trigger has worn down to 2.5 pounds, it is accurate and a wonderful pistol to shoot.







Skeeter Skelton was right, the 44 Special is special. This is a great revolver, accurate all the way out to 50 yards, which is as far as I shoot a handgun. The owner of the local gun store said stocking these 44 Specials was the worst business decision he ever made. He had to sell them at a discount because the average person did not want a 44 that only fired 44 Specials. So much for following the herd. But, lucky me, I paid $250, out the door for this wonderful revolver.

I have fired tens of thousands of rounds through it and it is a great revolver.

 

[Cokeman]

 

[Saleen322]

The 10mm was a very pleasant surprise. So comfortable to shoot, hits pretty hard, and is accurate.



The Dan Wessons could fill all three of the most accurate but the current favorite (it changes! lol), is the 375 Super Mag. The revolver just balances well and has a solid balance of power, great feel, and accuracy.



The 460 S&W is very accurate and that is something I hear from others who have one as well.

 

[1976B.L.Johns.]

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[chicharrones]

Tough question and with no solid answer.

Probably my most accurate revolver when I do everything just right and when we are talking out beyond 15 yards is my Dan Wesson 15-2. But it has to be properly adjusted and with the right ammo for the distance and I have to really work to do my part for each shot.

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At 15 yards and closer all of my revolvers are pretty much functionally equivalent. Three colts tend to get the largest share of revolver carry time and probably the most range time as well; a 1919 Army Special, a 1926 Police Positive in 38S&W (Colt New Police) and a 1980 Detective Special. I think it is mostly a function of the Colt trigger pull feel. It may not be as light as on some of my Smiths but just feels "right".

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When I lived in Arizona and did some wandering off the normal path it was usually with one of my S&W 1917s or my 1919 Colt New Service, most often in a Hunter SureFit holster or a fancy I picked up a little ways south of the border.

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There are three Smiths that also get some outdoors time and honestly, they are as accurate and reliable as any I've mentioned so far. They are my absolute joy to use 1903 Double Action model 4 in 38S&W, a late 60s no dash 28 and a 19-5 with target sights, hammer and trigger.

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There is a strange attraction to shooting a handgun that's over 100 years old (the two made in 1919 will join that party soon) that is subtly different than with my newer handguns.

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Lots of grips and holsters. I wish I had x-ray vision to see the guns.

 

[bassjam]

At the moment I only have 5 revolvers, but it was still hard to eliminate one and get the list to 3

Up first is my old High Standard Double Nine. My great uncle carried it camping for years, hence the worn finish but this will go toe-to-toe with my Buckmark and Mark I. Someday I want to get a Smith 17 or 617 but until then this is my plinking revolver and it does everything I need it to.




Next is the S&W 66-1 my FIL gave me. Ignore the M19, I no longer have it. But the 66 has a great trigger and feels great with the 4" barrel. For a medium sized frame I think it handles .357's great and is the gun that's kept in the living room "just in case".




Finally is the Colt Anaconda I inherited from my grandpa. It kicks like a mule, but it always surprises me how well it shoots. I keep meaning to try .44 Specials in it because .44 mag makes my hand hurt! Looks like it could use a polishing job right now.

 

[jar]

Lots of grips and holsters. I wish I had x-ray vision to see the guns.

Your wish ...

the 28 with some Nills grips


19 top, Police Positive below

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[Steel Hayes]

The three I enjoy shooting the most(easy to shoot, low recoil and great POI),
Pietta ‘51 Navy
Uberti ‘62 pocket Navy
And the Charter Arms .38spl.

 

[chicharrones]

Your wish ...

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the 28 with some Nills grips
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An excellent collection.

 

[bannockburn]

jar

Thanks for the "reveal"!

 

[Armored farmer]

#1 #2

#3

 

[CopperFouling]

My best, as I've said many times before is my 686 Competitor. It's heavy so recoil is mitigated. It has a nice long sight radius with its 6 inch barrel, and the trigger is very acceptable IMO considering it is a PC stock trigger and has not had any work done to it. The Nill grip I added also works perfectly for me and makes slapping steel plates at 30 + yards pretty easy.

Those are some great-looking grips that you have there.

You are correct, here you go.

Lucy - 360 grain .45 Colt +P load at 50 yards:

BFR .500 JRH.

50 yard five-shot group:

Wow. And here I was just feeling good about hitting a target at 30 yards. Nice shooting.

 

[Zaydok Allen]

Those are some great-looking grips that you have there.

Yep, Nill makes them pretty. I'd never put thumb shelf grip on a SD gun, but on a range or hunting gun, they're sweet.

Here's a better view, but I really need a couple new pics. I've posted this one too many dang times.
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[PapaG]

2 3/4" Security Six, 4" 624, and 5" 625. But close on is a 686+ and a 3 screw Super. And then my 29-2.
Unfair question.

 

[bannockburn]

460Shooter

Here's a better view, but I really need a couple new pics. I've posted this one too many dang times.

Trust me that doesn't matter! Still one awesome looking and performing revolver!

 

[jar]

460Shooter



Trust me that doesn't matter! Still one awesome looking and performing revolver!

Here is my 28 with a set of Nils grips.

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[Stephanie B]

All Smiths:

M27-3, 6”
M-7-3, 6”

There are three tied for the #3 spot:
M64-5, M686-1 4” and M60-15 3”. To be fair, I’ve got other Smith and Wessons that Do Not Suck.

 

[SwampWolf]

I have more than a few revolvers that I really like but my three favorites would have to be a Colt Officers Special (chambered in .38 Special), a Smith & Wesson Model 14 (.38 Masterpiece) and a Smith Model 25 (1955 Target chambered in .45 ACP).

 

[Driftwood Johnson]

Howdy

I think I can honestly say this K-32 Masterpiece is the finest shooting revolver I own. A fairly recent acquisition, I believe it shipped in 1954. It went back to the factory and was refinished in 1975. I have a whole lot of Smiths, but the trigger on this one is nothing short of unbelievable. Both double action and single action. Half inch wide target trigger and hammer. I have not put a trigger scale on it, but I'm guessing the single action trigger pull is probably close to one pound. Breaks crisp like glass. Shooting factory 32 S&W Long it does not recoil much more than a 22 LR. Currently waiting for a factory letter for more details. Yes, the factory box was an added plus.








That is five holes, not four. With my bad eyesight.






Next, I'm going to say is this well worn K-22 from 1932. Yes, I have posted it in the thread about affordable 22 Double Action revolvers. I have several K-22s, and a couple of Model 17s, but this old baby out shoots them all.






It's really a toss up to figure out what is my 3rd finest shooting revolver, but I'm going to say this Model 14-3 from 1974. I have not put a trigger scale on it either, but the single action trigger pull feels just a few ounces heavier than the K-32.

 

[BigSteve57]

The 460 S&W is very accurate and that is something I hear from others who have one as well.

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That's some really nice shooting with that 460!

 

[MrBorland]

Top of the list would be my 4" 6-shot M686. It was my primary match gun. Slicked up and DAO, I could press it into target duty if need be.

Second would be my 4" M617 10-shot .22LR. I bought it the same day as my 686 to serve as an understudy. Fantastically versatile and accurate, it and the 686 were two of my wiser firearm purchases.

Third would be my 3" M65. Also very versatile, it's a rare factory gem, with an action as smooth as butter.

I've had a change in life's priorities, and have been taking a break from shooting, so I'll have to dig up some recycled pics to post

4" DAO M686, Postal Match target; 3 shots supported, 3 shots unsupported, 10 yards:


4" M617 .22LR, 25 yards, unsupported, double action:



3" M65, The "Borland" variant of the coin-on-the-barrel drill:

 

[jar]

When I sold the M27 the new owner wanted the Nills grips seen above on my 28 so those grips are gone. But there is another set of Nills on the 28 now.

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[Jonesy814]

I had to think about 2 and 3, but my best shooting revolver is definitely my 5 inch 625 with 200gr Semi wadcutters. Next would be my M15 and then my model 64 with 158gr ammo