Well I've got another question pertaining to revolvers. This time I'm wondering what all of your opinions are as to the best revolver, though I'm sure they are all good. If you could include some reasoning it'd be much appreciated (its my first revolver). The options are:
S&W Model 10 with thin barrel and a decent amount of finish wear. This gun can fire DA or SA. Not sure how much this gun was fired at the moment.
S&W Model 15 heavy barrel, DAO (hammer is NOT bobbed). Finish appears a little worn (apparently police trade-ins).
S&W Model 64 with heavy barrel, DAO (bobbed hammer).
S&W Model 64 NY1 with heavy barrel, DAO (bobbed hammer). Says the vapor hone finish may be completely worn off.
All of the revolvers except the Model 10 are from jgsales:
http://www.jgsales.com/index.php/sm...1_431?osCsid=5089237b1914b99031d25971a4cfc219
So a couple questions. Does anyone know if all the guns referenced from jgsales are police/security trade ins? Also, am I correct in assuming the NY1 trigger is 8lbs.? What is "typical" trigger pull? Does the heavy barrel make much of a difference? Do the bobbed hammers sometimes result in light strikes, or do I not have to worry? Finally, what would you go with keeping in mind this gun would be used primarily as a range/target and home defense gun.
If it helps, I'm thinking about going with the Model 15. The adjustable sights will be nice for range/target practice. The fact that its a police trade in means it was likely, as they say, "carried a lot, shot a little" which translates into reliability and long life for me. The only thing I don't like is the DAO - I'd like to have the light trigger option at the range. So, what do you all think?
Also, if anyone knows of anything similar (.357/.38 revolvers in the $200-280 price range) please feel free to share.
Oh yeah, I know I am asking quite a bit in this thread, and I want to thank everyone in advance.
S&W Model 10 with thin barrel and a decent amount of finish wear. This gun can fire DA or SA. Not sure how much this gun was fired at the moment.
S&W Model 15 heavy barrel, DAO (hammer is NOT bobbed). Finish appears a little worn (apparently police trade-ins).
S&W Model 64 with heavy barrel, DAO (bobbed hammer).
S&W Model 64 NY1 with heavy barrel, DAO (bobbed hammer). Says the vapor hone finish may be completely worn off.
All of the revolvers except the Model 10 are from jgsales:
http://www.jgsales.com/index.php/sm...1_431?osCsid=5089237b1914b99031d25971a4cfc219
So a couple questions. Does anyone know if all the guns referenced from jgsales are police/security trade ins? Also, am I correct in assuming the NY1 trigger is 8lbs.? What is "typical" trigger pull? Does the heavy barrel make much of a difference? Do the bobbed hammers sometimes result in light strikes, or do I not have to worry? Finally, what would you go with keeping in mind this gun would be used primarily as a range/target and home defense gun.
If it helps, I'm thinking about going with the Model 15. The adjustable sights will be nice for range/target practice. The fact that its a police trade in means it was likely, as they say, "carried a lot, shot a little" which translates into reliability and long life for me. The only thing I don't like is the DAO - I'd like to have the light trigger option at the range. So, what do you all think?
Also, if anyone knows of anything similar (.357/.38 revolvers in the $200-280 price range) please feel free to share.
Oh yeah, I know I am asking quite a bit in this thread, and I want to thank everyone in advance.