Favorite 4 inch Service Revolver?

[9mmepiphany]

the 58 is really cool too. it is often mistaken for a heavy barreled 10 or a 13 at a casual glance, until you touch off a 200gr SWC

 

[Dave T]

No N-frames, so... a pox on your poll!

 

[41mag M&P]

Was there any doubt?

A model 58.

 

[Mark IV Series 80]

No N Frames!

Sorry guys, but we're limited to 12 choices in these polls...... Your write-in votes are very much appreciated!

 

[JeepDriver]

I voted for the 686.

It's the only revolver I own.

I doubt if there is another wheel gun out there that handles as well or better then the 686. I have been very impressed since day 1.

In fact I've been looking for a 686-1 (firing pin on hammer) model so I can have a matching pair. Anyone have one they wish to sell?

 

[Dr.Rob]

Colt New Service Revolver.. though its rare to see one with a 4 inch barrel. (I did see one marked with British proofs and parkerized in 38 special)

There are probably "better" revolvers, but that's my fave.

The SW 1917 would be a CLOSE second.

 

[JohnBT]

I'm the vote for the Ruger Service-Six.

I've always wondered why folks would shoot it and ask who did the trigger job. Not to long ago I ordered a reduced power spring kit for it - for the heck of it since I was ordering a bunch of other springs - and the dern thing was larger and significantly increased the trigger pull. Switched it right back out.

One of these days I'll put it back in and do some measuring and comparing.

I'm still confused, but for a different reason. I bought the gun NIB, so it's the factory spring in it.

John

 

[firestar]

586/686

It don't get any better than that! All the quality and accuracy of a Colt Python at 1/2-1/3 the price.

 

[Minute_Of_Torso]

GP100. Have nothing against S&W's, just love my Ruger.

 

[Poohgyrr]

S&W24,

What?? You hadda pass up a 4" Registered Magnum ?? Wow, and I felt bad for having to choose between a 3" or 4" M24 (picked the 4").... Well, the best cure for that is to go shoot your 6 1/2" M27 .... Should bring smiles and cures warts and the common cold too.

 

[Dave Markowitz]

Combat Masterpiece

I voted for the Model 15, but I'm also fond of my Model 28. E.g.:

http://www.hunting-pictures.com/members/frodo527/index.html

 

[LIProgun]

I voted for the Service Six, but only because the Speed Six was not an option. I really like S&W revolvers, and had a very tough time with this poll, as the K-frames and L-frames are also great choices, especially in stainless. But I have a 4-inch stainless Speed Six that is a treasure, and thus my vote for its square-butted brother, the Police Service Six. I do prefer rounded backstraps on a revolver, regardless of make.

 

[Ala Dan]

I voted for the Smith & Wesson model 19; one of the
best developements from the last century.

Best Wishes,
Ala Dan, N.R.A. Life Member