Looking for a .357 for concealed carry
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sidheshooter
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SP-101; a rock solid choice. Happy with mine.
newbuckeye
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I carry a SP101 w the original grips and have no issues with catching my shirt. I really like it!
I greatly preferred the Hogue Monogrip to the original grips. The monogrip tapers down a little at the end, so the end of the grip actually prints less against the shirt. it also gave me a full hand hold on the gun rather than having my pinky dangling.
Dr_B
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I never could carry the 3-inch SP101 comfortable for some reason. I can carry a 1911 more comfortably. But a lot of people love the SP101 as a carry gun and it is a great, tough gun for the price. Basically like a big beefy j-frame.
I looked for a long time for a comfortable carry gun in a respectable caliber. I chose the SP101 2.25" DAO. I read a lot of opinions on the gun being too heavy, but it works perfectly for me.
The only issue I had with the stock grip was that my middle finger was getting beaten up by the back of the trigger guard. I have since replaced it with a Hogue monogrip, however, I chose the nylon version instead of the soft rubber version. It sticks out a little more than the stock grip, but still conceals very nicely. I wouldn't want to shoot .357's out of anything smaller or lighter.
The only issue I had with the stock grip was that my middle finger was getting beaten up by the back of the trigger guard. I have since replaced it with a Hogue monogrip, however, I chose the nylon version instead of the soft rubber version. It sticks out a little more than the stock grip, but still conceals very nicely. I wouldn't want to shoot .357's out of anything smaller or lighter.
WilleRupert
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I carry my 3 inch sp101 occasionally. In fact I just ordered a remora holster for it so I could carry it more comfortably more often.
qcsmitty
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Yes.
Not going to ruin the unanimous aspect of the responses. I would love to have an SP101, and hope to someday.
However.
I'm going to get an LCR in .357 first, as:
A) it's a bit smaller and lighter, which make it more carryable for my particular body;
B) it received quite a few decent reviews when shooting actual .357 magnum loads; and
C) it's more affordable by my current budget.
All important considerations for me.
However.
I'm going to get an LCR in .357 first, as:
A) it's a bit smaller and lighter, which make it more carryable for my particular body;
B) it received quite a few decent reviews when shooting actual .357 magnum loads; and
C) it's more affordable by my current budget.
All important considerations for me.
dprice3844444
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check gunbroker for smith model 65 rb hb 3 inch
amd6547
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I had an SP101 with a three inch barrel. It was very accurate, and I liked it...except the accuracy it displayed was not to point of aim.
I put up with it till I found a deal on a S&W Model 19 snub, which I will never sell.
I put up with it till I found a deal on a S&W Model 19 snub, which I will never sell.
Byrd666
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Good choice. You might consider a Smith mod. 66 as well. If you can find one. Mine is a 2.5" stainless that works well as a backup.
lobo9er
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For a hiking gun/backpacking gun a 3inch sp101 is hard to beat.
LCR 357, best 357 pocket gun out there. The Tamer Grip makes shooting 125g. 357 painless. With a minimum of practice follow up shots are easy. The SP101 is a great on or in the belt gun. I find it also handles 125g. 357 with ease. I carry them both every day. The LCR 357 was My favorite shooter this past year.
788Ham
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SG1, I noticed the same thing when I shot mine with full house loads, middle finger was beat up bad! I'm going to see if I can find the grip you mentioned, besides my finger, somethings gotta give!
Yes, the SP 101 is a top notch revolver, got the 3" and had an action job done on it, The DA is so smooth, only way I shoot it now.
Yes, the SP 101 is a top notch revolver, got the 3" and had an action job done on it, The DA is so smooth, only way I shoot it now.
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