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Hi,

I'm contemplating buying my first wheel gun in over 30 years to compliment my BB. All my current handguns are 9mm semi autos with short, light resets.
Anyone else have this same setup? I'll be carrying it in colder weather, range gun and as a night stand gun to go with my Henry. I'm a SW fan, so I've ruled out the GP100. Thoughts?
Thx

I have a couple of .357 S&W revolvers. I did consider Ruger. But, a .357 Ruger was not available, when I was looking. Plus, S&Ws seem to be smoother.

I already had a S&W 19 with 2 1/2" barrel so I really didn't need to pair up something with my BBS 357 Mag. But, that didn't stop me, I went and added a Cimarron Pistolero in 357 just for nostalgia. Single actions are fun at the range.

If I were to go looking for a S&W revolver I'd look for and older one without the lock and barrel shroud. But, that's just me and I'm not saying they are bad. It's just my preference. I'm just not a fan of the new S&W's. The old ones in good condition are hard to find without paying and arm and a leg. I missed a 686 3" pre-lock about a month ago because I was on vacation out of the country.

Paul

I own a 6" S&W 686. It is by far my favorite. It was one of my first guns. Pre lock -2. I love it and would never let it go. It is an amazing wheel gun for balance and accuracy. Great trigger right out of the box as well. Amazing that when I bought mine, ( early 80's) that it was only about $350.00. Ya just won't find one for that anymore, yet, I would buy it again, even at a higher price.
I actually bought my first Henry BBS 357 to pair with IT! If you can afford the 686, go for it, in any configuration. It will not disappoint!

Maybe not what you're looking for but since you have 9mm semi-autos to use as nightstand guns you might consider a Ruger Blackhawk Convertible. Single action and it comes with a 9mm cylinder so when you're just plinking you can use considerably cheaper 9mm ammo.
https://ruger.com/products/newModelBlac ... odels.html

dave77 wrote: ↑

Sun May 22, 2022 11:28 pm

Maybe not what you're looking for but since you have 9mm semi-autos to use as nightstand guns you might consider a Ruger Blackhawk Convertible. Single action and it comes with a 9mm cylinder so when you're just plinking you can use considerably cheaper 9mm ammo.
https://ruger.com/products/newModelBlac ... odels.html

Hmmmm...... that a great idea. I never knew these even existed. Definitely 4.5" for me. Now I have to think about the idea for having only a SA revolver. I've seen some cowboy shooters shoot them faster than I could ever shoot a DA! Where did you get that nice holster? Thanks

I have a 6” 686+ and bought my Henry Big Boy Steel to compliment it. I had a 4” but traded it for this 6”. Wish I could go back as I liked the 4” better. Either way one fine revolver and a 3” is great if you plan to carry it. Back when I used to muzzleloader hunt for Elk I carried my 4’ 686 for predators. It carried very well.

Retlawman wrote: ↑

Sun May 22, 2022 5:08 pm

Hi,

I'm contemplating buying my first wheel gun in over 30 years to compliment my BB. All my current handguns are 9mm semi autos with short, light resets.
Anyone else have this same setup? I'll be carrying it in colder weather, range gun and as a night stand gun to go with my Henry. I'm a SW fan, so I've ruled out the GP100. Thoughts?
Thx

I have a Performance Center 686. It is well made.
https://www.smith-wesson.com/product/mo ... sku=170346
I didn't pay anywhere near the MSRP.
It would be a good companion for the BB carbine. I is sometimes my carry gun and has seen the inside of the nightstand on occasion. It would be a good carry in cold weather.

Retlawman wrote: ↑

Mon May 23, 2022 10:42 am

Hmmmm...... that a great idea. I never knew these even existed. Definitely 4.5" for me. Now I have to think about the idea for having only a SA revolver. I've seen some cowboy shooters shoot them faster than I could ever shoot a DA! Where did you get that nice holster? Thanks

Mernickle Hosters, he makes very nice holsters. Mine is a perfect fit for my Ruger. Was about $100, you can get it with a matching cartridge belt but the belts are more expensive than the holsters,$288 for both. He has many different styles but like most custom holster makers it's a long wait, 12-14 weeks.
https://www.mernickleholsters.com/shop/-c53157435

daytime dave wrote: ↑

Mon May 23, 2022 11:09 am

Retlawman wrote: ↑

Sun May 22, 2022 5:08 pm

Hi,

I'm contemplating buying my first wheel gun in over 30 years to compliment my BB. All my current handguns are 9mm semi autos with short, light resets.
Anyone else have this same setup? I'll be carrying it in colder weather, range gun and as a night stand gun to go with my Henry. I'm a SW fan, so I've ruled out the GP100. Thoughts?
Thx

I have a Performance Center 686. It is well made.
https://www.smith-wesson.com/product/mo ... sku=170346
I didn't pay anywhere near the MSRP.
It would be a good companion for the BB carbine. I is sometimes my carry gun and has seen the inside of the nightstand on occasion. It would be a good carry in cold weather.

That is a beautiful revolver! I realy like the grips.

I have a few 357's. If i were to buy a gun specifically for my lever gun i would want it to match, IE stainless to stainless, blue to blue, nitron to nitron.

I have an old 19 that was re-barreled by smith, a 686+ 3, 686 + 5, a 627 PC, and DW 715. Out of them all, i prefer the 715 and 19. The 627 is a close 2nd to those two. The 686+'s are not bad, just not quite the equal of the others.
the 19

686 + 3"

686 + 5" Top revolver

mistake 625 45acp

627 Performance Center

Dan Wesson 715



So as to why I like the DW 715 and the 19. Their DA triggers are smooth, consistent and a middle of the ground 8lbs or so. I am more accurate with the DW than the 19, but not much. The 627, hands down, has the best balance in rapid fire.

If i were to have any gun on me when around the property though, it is the 686 + 5". It is the one that holster is designed for. It shoots well, carries easily, and has a better in the hand feel than the shorter 3".

Good choices here. But, I'm with Headhog here; look at those Cimarron's in .357. Single actions are a hoot.

Edit: Tombstone Tactical has the Cimarron's, under revolvers, p.5. A little enabling never hurt!

As far as S&W revolvers go; check out " BigSwoll58 " on Youtube. Lots of videos and good info. I might add, his collection is beautiful!