Possible New Revolver For Me

[chicharrones]

I'd get the Taurus revolver, but I'd want to check it out in person before buying it. It'll be worth the in-person money spent vs. getting a "deal" on the internet. Call it a hand pick fee if you want, with the benefit of using your own hands.

 

[Hokkmike]

Guns and tires should never be purchased solely because they are the cheapest available. If your life spends on it, quality matters.

 

[P89DCSS]

I don't anyone buying a revolver for SD/HD. Rather, the revolver buyers I know are rounding out their collection with a shooter. Same reason I bought a 9mm 1911 and a BHP. For fun. If my life depends on it, it's a Glock or Sig P320.

 

[amd6547]

.38 Special is one of the best, most useful cartridges made, and 3” is the sweet spot for a carry gun. Win/win.

 

[Brubz]

A lot of the 856's have timing issues. I'd look for a used Model 85 Taurus had them pretty well sorted out. I have a new 856 with timing issues which went back to them for repair right away. Got it back and it still has timing issues. Do a little research on the internet and you'll find this is a very common problem with the 856.
On the other hand I have two model 85's that are just fine in that respect.

Excuse me for not knowing this but what do you mean by a timing issue do you mean when you pull the hammer all the way back the cylinder does not line up properly or is it something else

 

[Targa]

At 25 or so dollars a box .38spl is pretty expensive, I would look at a .22 DA of some variety if I planned on getting some trigger time with it.

 

[GooseGestapo]

I’ve got a HRR; 6” w/adjustable sights. Wouldn’t have it any other way!
No, not as accurate as a Ruger 6” Standard (pre Mk-1), or S&W 617, but decent and great fun!

I’ve also got a Taurus 856 2” Stainless. It’s a tack driver! Shoots POA/POI at 10yds with a 148gr DEWC over 3.0gr HP38. Great trigger for box-stock revolver.
I’ve elected to leave it as is which is a big deal for me.
I bought a S&W M69. Broke it open and did a trigger job before even shooting...
(I called it “finishing the factory job”.
I’d get the 3” Lightweight (aluminum frame) if you’re going to carry. My all Stainless is a “chunk”!

BTW , both were bought using gift cards I received for Xmas and birthdays.

 

[MedWheeler]

Brubz writes:

Excuse me for not knowing this but what do you mean by a timing issue do you mean when you pull the hammer all the way back the cylinder does not line up properly or is it something else

Yes, timing refers to the alignment of a chamber with the forcing cone right at the moment the gun is fired. If timing is off and the chamber is not so aligned, the bullet "shaves" off material as it strikes the edge of the cone while entering the barrel; that shaved material gets spit out the side of the gun.

To check timing, clear the gun, close the cylinder, and cock the hammer. Then, hold the hammer rearward while pressing the trigger and allow the trigger to return forward while still keeping the hammer back. Try to wiggle the cylinder; it should have little or no play. In addition, I also like to point the gun upward and drop a dowel or unsharpened pencil in the muzzle multiple times. It should drop smoothly all the way through the chamber and hit the recoil shield. I do both tests for each chamber.

On a DAO revolver, I can only do the dowel-drop test, since the hammer cannot be manually cocked.

 

[Tall]

At 25 or so dollars a box .38spl is pretty expensive, I would look at a .22 DA of some variety if I planned on getting some trigger time with it.

Seriously? I haven't bought any factory loaded ammo in many years other than rimfire. You should start reloading if you want to shoot more and save a lot of cash.

 

[Targa]

I do reload, I am assuming that the OP does not. I would flat out stop shooting and stick with fishing if I had to buy factory ammo.

 

[wcwhitey]

Tell the owner what you are looking for. That Gift Card may just cover a nice used Smith or Ruger.

 

[Thomasss]

At 25 or so dollars a box .38spl is pretty expensive

Where's the sale????? Around by me, IF YOU CAN find them, they're going for $35/box and .357 mag for $55/box.
And yes, I do load my own.

 

[Speedo66]

Where's the sale????? Around by me, IF YOU CAN find them, they're going for $35/box and .357 mag for $55/box.
And yes, I do load my own.

AIM Surplus has both PRVI and PMC .38Spl. for under $22 a box of 50.

Federal .357 for under $32.

 

[Ks5shooter]

Do the Ruger and do a spring replaement kit from wolf.

 

[doubleh]

Got a gift card to a LGS for Christmas and don't have a ton of extra money.

Background: I do have a HRR and do not have a DA revolver.

The two guns I'm looking at are a Ruger Wrangler and a Taurus 856 3".

I have been happy with my HRR and obviously .22lr I have plenty of. The Wrangler looks nice and I have read nothing but good things about it. However do I really need another SA .22 revolver being that I'm happy with the HRR I already have?

The Taurus is in .38 of which I have no ammo and don't have the money to invest in a stockpile right now. I also do not have a DA revolver. My personal experience with Taurus has mainly been semi's and unimpressive. I have shot a couple of Taurus revolvers that a buddy has that seemed very solid. I very much want a DA revolver.


Given the above what would you do?



ETA- I went to said LGS today with the intention of checking both out but 20min after we got there the power went out due to the wheather so it'll be next weekend before I get to handle either.

OK, it's been a month. What did you get?

 

[MedWheeler]

Brubz writes:

Excuse me for not knowing this but what do you mean by a timing issue do you mean when you pull the hammer all the way back the cylinder does not line up properly or is it something else

In my earlier response (33) on checking timing, I just noticed I had the hammer and trigger reversed in the steps. It's the hammer that should be allowed forward to rest, and the trigger held back. This simulates how the cylinder will be positioned at ignition. The boldface text below is incorrect.

To check timing, clear the gun, close the cylinder, and cock the hammer. Then, hold the hammer rearward while pressing the trigger and allow the trigger to return forward while still keeping the hammer back. Try to wiggle the cylinder; it should have little or no play. In addition, I also like to point the gun upward and drop a dowel or unsharpened pencil in the muzzle multiple times. It should drop smoothly all the way through the chamber and hit the recoil shield. I do both tests for each chamber.

 

[J-Bar]

Late to the party.

Disclosure: I go nuts over old (pre-1982) Smith and Wesson .38 Special revolvers.

Patience. Wait until you can find a used, cosmetically challenged police turn-in Model 10. Or 14. Or 15.

I have no experience with a HRR or Taurus. (Thank goodness. Yep, I am a snob.)

You owe it to yourself to enjoy an S&W. Even if you have to spend a few more dollars.

 

[Brubz]

Late to the party.

Disclosure: I go nuts over old (pre-1982) Smith and Wesson .38 Special revolvers.

Patience. Wait until you can find a used, cosmetically challenged police turn-in Model 10. Or 14. Or 15.

I have no experience with a HRR or Taurus. (Thank goodness. Yep, I am a snob.)

You owe it to yourself to enjoy an S&W. Even if you have to spend a few more dollars.

You're not a snob you're affluent that's great but not all of us can afford to buy and collect $700 pistols

 

[J-Bar]

You're not a snob you're affluent that's great but not all of us can afford to buy and collect $700 pistols

My wife will be delighted to learn that we are affluent! It will be good news to her!

Not trying to hurt anyone’s feelings. I would rather have one fine revolver than several not so fine revolvers.

Your money, your choice.

 

[Good Ol' Boy]

OK, it's been a month. What did you get?

Sorry to disappoint, not a revolver.

Ran across a deal I couldn't pass up and had been looking for a semi shotgun for a while so...

 

[J-Bar]

Sorry to disappoint, not a revolver.

Ran across a deal I couldn't pass up and had been looking for a semi shotgun for a while so...


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I understand completely. Impulse buys can be wonderful. I proposed to my wife on our fifth date and we have been married for close to 53 years. It’s not really an impulse if you know what you want.

 

[Good Ol' Boy]

I understand completely. Impulse buys can be wonderful. I proposed to my wife on our fifth date and we have been married for close to 53 years. It’s not really an impulse if you know what you want.

I proposed to my wife senior year of HS, 23 years ago.


But back to guns I still have a revolver, or a couple on my radar.

Just found out today Uberti is making a SA 9mm. Thats something I can come around to.

 

[Good Ol' Boy]

Late to the party.

Disclosure: I go nuts over old (pre-1982) Smith and Wesson .38 Special revolvers.

Patience. Wait until you can find a used, cosmetically challenged police turn-in Model 10. Or 14. Or 15.

I have no experience with a HRR or Taurus. (Thank goodness. Yep, I am a snob.)

You owe it to yourself to enjoy an S&W. Even if you have to spend a few more dollars.

I don't like to think about passed down guns and what that entails, but Lord willing eventually I'll have a cream puff model 27 and K22 coming to me. Along with a few other classics.

So I'm not really worried about buying super quality revolvers.

 

[Armored farmer]

https://www.gunbroker.com/item/966890360
Have a look here.

You'll need to be decisive..not much time left....I may bid myself.