44 Magnum V Comp S&W Worth it?
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Almost certain it was a special ordered batch for a large distributor. It's a 6.5" barrel with detachable comp and false muzzle. Serial number has three letters, zero, zero, two digits. Label on box indicates it as "Special Order 8260". (Product Code 170124) Date of manufacture would have been early 2000.
The grips did not come with the gun, but were purchased later from the Smith & Wesson web site, don't believe they're still available.
The grips did not come with the gun, but were purchased later from the Smith & Wesson web site, don't believe they're still available.
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It would appear that you are partial to Dan Wesson revolvers!
How does the Dan Wesson 744 revolver compare / contrast to the Redhawk's and 629's?I spent forever trying to decide between a Redhawk and a 629. When a Monsoon DW 744 with 8" barrel, scope and b-square mount came along for $630 I jumped and never looked back. I added a 6", 4" and EWK compensator. I have always kind of wondered what I missed out on with the Ruger and the S&W though? Is there a big difference in bulk, weight, trigger? I assume your 744 is decently heavier due to the full lug barrel if nothing else?
I had the 357 and sold it foolishly. But, I still have the 44 and I like it a lot. If you don't like the compensator the you just take it off and replace it with the non-comp piece. Every thing on the gun I have has been very nice. I have owned mine for about 6 or 7 years I think and still like it very much. It came with two sets of grips also. If you would like to see additional pictures or want some other info about it just let me know and I will post it.
Yes I do like Dan Wesson's but I must say that even though the Red hawk is also a beast of a revolver that both the Red hawk and certainly the 629s are more of a fine piece of craftsmanship.
The Dan Wesson 44 Magnums are a bit of a brick significantly heavier almost excessively heavier. That is not necessarily A bad thing in a 44 Magnum as it theoretically could help with accuracy and definitely reduces felt recoil.
I have not noticed any inherent increase in accuracy from the Dan Wesson especially over the 629s.
If I were you I would say the best pairing with your Dan Wesson would be a 629 since the whole theory behind the Ruger Redhawk and super Redhawks is to be over built which the Dan Wesson already is.
If I were you I would get some version of the 629 as well I personally have at least 3 629 s and only one red hawk and one Dan Wesson 44 although that said I am kind of in the market for a stainless steel Dan Wesson 44 and certainly think you got a great deal on the one you bought and should never sell it
Unless of course you would like to sell it to me
The Dan Wesson 44 Magnums are a bit of a brick significantly heavier almost excessively heavier. That is not necessarily A bad thing in a 44 Magnum as it theoretically could help with accuracy and definitely reduces felt recoil.
I have not noticed any inherent increase in accuracy from the Dan Wesson especially over the 629s.
If I were you I would say the best pairing with your Dan Wesson would be a 629 since the whole theory behind the Ruger Redhawk and super Redhawks is to be over built which the Dan Wesson already is.
If I were you I would get some version of the 629 as well I personally have at least 3 629 s and only one red hawk and one Dan Wesson 44 although that said I am kind of in the market for a stainless steel Dan Wesson 44 and certainly think you got a great deal on the one you bought and should never sell it
Unless of course you would like to sell it to me
Yes I do like Dan Wesson's but I must say that even though the Red hawk is also a beast of a revolver that both the Red hawk and certainly the 629s are more of a fine piece of craftsmanship.
The Dan Wesson 44 Magnums are a bit of a brick significantly heavier almost excessively heavier. That is not necessarily A bad thing in a 44 Magnum as it theoretically could help with accuracy and definitely reduces felt recoil.
I have not noticed any inherent increase in accuracy from the Dan Wesson especially over the 629s.
If I were you I would say the best pairing with your Dan Wesson would be a 629 since the whole theory behind the Ruger Redhawk and super Redhawks is to be over built which the Dan Wesson already is.
If I were you I would get some version of the 629 as well I personally have at least 3 629 s and only one red hawk and one Dan Wesson 44 although that said I am kind of in the market for a stainless steel Dan Wesson 44 and certainly think you got a great deal on the one you bought and should never sell it
Unless of course you would like to sell it to me
Thank you for the synopsis! My DW 744 was to scratch a big bore quality revolver itch... for which is has done the job nicely! For me a .44 magnum really doesn't have any practicality other than fun range toy, which the 744 definitely is. When it comes to carry guns I find that .45acp is sufficient for anything I am likely to come across in my area. ...but there is a S&W M69 combat for sale locally that would be a nice gun in 44 special or the low power .44 mag handloads the I tend to enjoy at the range.
Thanks again... and I do not ever foresee selling the DW 744. The 8" barrel that it came with is too front heavy for me but it balances very nicely with the 4" + EWK compensator and 6" barrels. To me the best part of the DW revolvers is being able to swap the barrels to different lengths and the shrouds to different weights.
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A fellow says, "Why do you carry that gun? What are you afraid of?"
And I said, "I'm not sure. What can swallow 28 230-grain hollow points and spit them back at me?"
Dan Wesson prices seem to have gone through the roof but if you want to sell me that Dan Wesson with the 8 inch barrel I'd be happy to take it.
I almost bought one on GunBroker the other day but the ones who went over a thousand I lost some interest and still I'm curious about the Smith & Wesson V comp especially since I already have plenty of long-barreled 44 Magnums for hunting.
I would suggest that the 44 magnum Dan Wesson I would really really like to be taken out for a hunt.
like to hear from anyone else who actually owns a v comp about accuracy and how good the trigger is as I am still very seriously considering getting one against my better judgement
I almost bought one on GunBroker the other day but the ones who went over a thousand I lost some interest and still I'm curious about the Smith & Wesson V comp especially since I already have plenty of long-barreled 44 Magnums for hunting.
I would suggest that the 44 magnum Dan Wesson I would really really like to be taken out for a hunt.
like to hear from anyone else who actually owns a v comp about accuracy and how good the trigger is as I am still very seriously considering getting one against my better judgement
Hi dive I would be interested to know your experience with your vcomp especially regarding relative accuracy compared to other 44 Magnums you may own or have fired
What makes them Garner the price of a minimum of 13 to $1,400?
Back to my original question are they worth it and why?
I'm edging pretty close to pulling the trigger on one
What makes them Garner the price of a minimum of 13 to $1,400?
Back to my original question are they worth it and why?
I'm edging pretty close to pulling the trigger on one
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