2 guns, or 1 gun.

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Sold my Model 60 pro, and some primers, So I am on the hunt for a new revolver.

My thoughts so far

Clapp gp-100

or

Smith Model 10 and LCR .38.

Opinions are welcome, I am interested in mostly rugers.

Budget is around 700-750 for this purchase.

Thanks!
 
The Smith 10 is a great workhorse revolver and so is the GP-100. I don't remember if all GP-100s are 357, but if the one in question is, then it would be a bit more versatile. Personally, the LCR 38 has never peaked my interest.
 
aliveisalive said:
2 guns, or 1 gun.
Sold my Model 60 pro, and some primers, So I am on the hunt for a new revolver.

My thoughts so far

Clapp gp-100

or

Smith Model 10 and LCR .38.

Opinions are welcome, I am interested in mostly rugers.

Budget is around 700-750 for this purchase.

Thanks!
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I would definitely go the two gun route. Another viable alternative would be a Ruger® SP101 on 357 & the Ruger® LCR 38.
 
I would definitely go the two gun route. Another viable alternative would be a Ruger® SP101 on 357 & the Ruger® LCR 38.
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Why do that when you could just get an LCR in .357?

That seems a little reduntant to me.

While I would normaly be inclined to think one really good gun beats two mediocre ones... in this case it's one really good gun vs. two really good guns.

A nice 4" model 10 for a belt holster gun, and a LCR for pocket carry makes for a nice combo IMO.

A 4" K frame is a nice size/weight (darned near perfect IMO) for carrying in a good IWB holster with a good belt (I recomend Simply Rugged) and then you have the LCR for pocket carry when belt carry isn't convenient.
 
The two gun choice is very possible in that a new LCR would run around $425 and a decent used Model 10 could be had for a little over $300. If buying new the Wiley Clapp GP-100 might run you a bit more than $750.
 
I'd definitely go with a Wiley Clapp GP-100.
(then again, I already have a S&W M10.)

And like gazpacho the LCR never piqued my interest either.
 
I have had a look a the Clapp GP up close. Great sights, great fit and finish, decent trigger (very good by box stock Ruger standards). I'd do the GP, and this is coming from a guy with, uh... more than one K-frame.

JMO.
 
Swap out the 10 for a Security/Service/Speed Six 357 and you won't care about the GP anymore.
 
Get the Clapp.

Sounds like fun, for a little while at least.

"Dear Lord forgive me for that one, and bless all the starving pygmies in Africa".

rc
 
I like my LCR-38. It's a couple ounces less than the .357 variant -- and that matters to me. The trigger is velvety, and the organic shape makes it easy to conceal in a pocket.
 
The Clapp GP-100 is going to be much nicer and more collectable than the M10 or LCR. Much harder to replace, and gives you a much wider range of ammo choices. In this case, I'd say 1 great one beats 2 good ones.
 
I agree with the Clapp camp...clean up the internals and you've got one of the strongest longest lasting full on .357's made today. Plus they are one nice looking revolver!
 
Clapp gp-100 is that special 3 inch GP-100 with Novak style sights, right?

If so I'd go quality and nab it.

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My 3 inch GP here is excellent (as is the Speed Six to!)

Deaf
 
I like the GP100 but I'm not a fan of the SP101 at all.

I would go with the 2 gun option and it you really like a .357 Magnum substitute the M13 or a Ruger Six-Series revolver for the M10.
 
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