I've got a Ruger Blackhawk, S&W 19-2 (my CCW), and 2 686's a 4" -6 and a 6" -3. I think your best bet as a first 357 would be a 686, or it's blued brother the 586. My -3 has a trigger as smooth as my dad's Python is as tough as my Blackhawk and can easily handle any handload I make.
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If I had a chance to pick up a -1 in great shape, at a good price...I wouldn't think twice about it you won't regret it. 686's are hands down my favorite pistol. My dad's got a very nice Python and my 686's are their equal. They may not be as pretty, but they still look great and my 6" -3 has...
I just picked up a used '76 Stainless SS for under $300. It didn't come with the box or book, but was in excellent condition. I wouldn't pay much over $300 for one. Just make sure the cylinders match, the last 3 numbers of gun's serial will be etched into the cylinders.
A friend I shoot w/ bought the 83 a few months ago I was extremely impressed with the quality of the CZ. He had a feed problem with one mag, but it was an easy fix fix w/ a pair of needle nose pilars. It compared very favorably to my Beretta 380's, 70S and 84FS. In fact if I had tried the 83...
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