DW 10mm or S&W 610

[jeepmor]

If one were in the market for a nice 10mm for fun, which would you choose. I've want both the 610 and a Dan Wesson bobtail, but which first.

I'm thinking the revolver would make the reloading game much easier on the back, no bending over for brass. Plus, I could shoot 40 also. Okay, why did I start this thread anyway.....

Probably just answered my question, but you 10mm guys, please chime in. I'm leaning towards the 10mm revolver for hunting backup in cougar laden NE Oregon during hunting season, but really, no bending over for precious 10mm reloading brass is key. Plus, I think a revolver could take a stiffer charge and be fine compared to beating up a nice Dan Wesson with full house Double Taps.

 

[skywarp_]

With proper springing the DW will eat the full bore loads as well.

 

[Zoogster]

Obviously the revolver would be easier for reloading purposes, but there is many fine calibers in a revolver similar to the 10mm Auto.
From .357 Magnum to .41 Magnum and the .44 Magnum is noticably just a bit more stout.

There is however not anything else like it in an auto. So that is where it shines. I think you will be happier with an auto in 10mm.

 

[FEG]

I own both.

You want a S&W Model 610. These are difficult to come by, but they are currently in production again.

The 610 can handle any SAAMI spec 10mm loading with no problem (same frame as a .44 Magnum). It can also shoot .40 S&W without modifications. Furthermore, .40 S&W in an N frame feels like .22 LR in a K frame. With the cheap Winchester Ranger in .40 S&W floating around at the moment, you can also "download," yet still be shooting a serious defensive round.

The Dan Wesson is a fine pistol. I have a Pointman 7 in .45 and recently acquired a Razorback (10mm only). I am seriously considering getting rid of my "beater" Springfield and buying a DW Valor. That said, I would choose the 610 every time if I wanted a 10mm. It's just so much more versatile.

 

[BlindJustice]

I'd take the 610 because it shoots 10MM Auto AND .40 S&W - the .40 S&W is more readily available at most sporting goods/ammo stores
and a lighter range load. I'm a 625 5" Bbl. .45 ACP / .45 Auto RIm
shooter, so I like the two cartridges in one platform format.

In fact all of my handguns are two-fers

S&W 1911, .45 ACP or barrel swap to .400 CorBon
S&W 686P and 60 in .357 Mag/.38 SPecial.
S&W 617 .22 Rimfire.

Oops, the CZ 75B 9MMx19 econo range gun I guess breaks
that mold.

oh,well... I can live with it.

Back to the 610 - guess the hardest decision
would be barrel length.

R-

 

[FEG]

Oops, the CZ 75B 9MMx19 econo range gun I guess breaks
that mold.

If you lived in Europe, it is relatively easy to get a 9x21mm barrel for a CZ. So, you're OK.

 

[pingpingping]

Oh, I can't choose...both sweet weapons. Revolver first I suppose, reliability, versatility, etc.

 

[General Geoff]

I was in the same dilemma a few weeks ago.


I chose the 610. Couldn't be happier.


Whenever I get the funds together, the Dan Wesson Razorback will be joining the 610 in my collection.


edit; crappy picture of my 610. It's a -3, meaning new production, integral lock, but it is a sweet piece of steel nonetheless. It has a beveled cylinder for easier reholstering, it looks gorgeous.

 

[jeepmor]

In my couple minutes of break today I'd like to say thank you for the input. I'm still leaning towards the 610 first because I don't have a revolver yet, and 10mm brass flings a long way out of my 1076 auto.

ciao, back to work now.

 

[TNT.45]

I love my 610. I do not understand why someone would use the
.40 short&weak in it though. Thats like getting a .44 auto-mag and converting it to .22 to each his own I guess...

I feel the 10mm round is one of the best rounds made!

 

[FEG]

I love my 610. I do not understand why someone would use the
.40 short&weak in it though. Thats like getting a .44 auto-mag and converting it to .22 to each his own I guess...

Your analogy is flawed, because there is no "conversion." If your .44 Auto-Mag could shoot .22 LR without doing a darn thing to it, I dare say you would occasionally shoot some .22 LR.

The main advantage of being able to shoot .40 S&W is availability. You aren't likely to find a gun or sporting good store that sells ammunition that doesn't carry .40 S&W. While 10mm may or may not be a bit esoteric in your area, .40 is as common as dirt.

 

[Mortech]

As a 10MM fanantic the only proper answer I can give you is BOTH , actually it depends on whether your a semiauto fan or a wheelgun man . If you get the chanceto try both , do it and make the choice .

 

[Pat-inCO]

From your initial question/statement you will end up with both. I would suggest the 610 first (I have both). It takes a bit longer to be fully broken in but makes an excellent longer range gun. It also shoots full house loads with impunity.

BE SURE to get enough clips (YES clips) as you buy the gun. I got twenty of the half moon clips and that is adequate. When I got my second 610, the guy I bought it from had been using it with .40S&Ws for pin shooting. He gave me another thirty or more full moon clips with it, so I'm REALLY set.

I also recommend a loading tool (you can find them in a few places). The one I have came with the second 610 and you don't really appreciate the convenience until you have one.

 

[jeepmor]

So the wheelie fans have it. I'll go for a 610 as soon as I find time to make it to another gun store and I'll probably have to place an order.

My reasoning -
1. Don't have a wheel gun yet.
2. Won't have to scrounge for far flung 10mm brass for my reloading hobby.
3. Better long distance accuracy is a good selling point.
4. Don't have a wheel gun yet.

Thanks for the input and letting me know that I want oodles of moonclips.

jeepmor

 

[crebralfix]

Get Ranch Products moon clips. I bought 100 for my first 610. They were high quality and resisted bending. Also get a moonclip loader and unloader so you don't mess up the clips.

www.mooncliptool.com