kashton
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I have no idea and I can't find a decent answer anywhere by my own research so here it goes:
This is for concealed carry. I like the .357 magnum load for self-defense, and the SP101 looks pretty darn nice.
I am purchasing a Ruger revolver, either their SP101 or their GP100 revolver. To sum it all up: 2.25" or 3" and SP101 or GP100? I've always been attracted to the SP101. It is a pretty powerful gun for it's size, and at least it looks tough. I would like some more knowledge about these two revolvers so I can make the best choice possible when I decide which one to purchase.
1. I can conceal the 3 inch barrel fine, it won't make much of a difference. Which barrel length looks better to you aesthetically?
2. What grips would be best for concealed carry while taking into account some kind of comfort level. The stock black hard rubber grips are pretty cool but are there better ones out there? How are the CT grips for these guns?
My main question is: Will the 3 inch barrel length on the Ruger SP101 deliver a fair increase in muzzle velocity, kinetic energy, and total momentum (kg*m.s) when compared with the 2.25 inch model?
How much velocity/energy are we talking about? Is it significant?
What about the GP-100 3 inch. If I can conceal the 3 inch SP101 (which I know I can in my Smartcarry holster), then would the GP100 3" be a better choice? They look like the same revolver and the Ruger website says absolutely nothing about them. Their website is not descriptive at all.
Which one looks cooler to you ? and with what upgrades / add-ons / modifications / grips / etc. would you suggest?
Thank you for your time! It is Much Appreciated!
First, a Ruger SP101 3 inch barrel. It is is a pretty badass gun, looks sweet too. It has a tough, rugged feel to it when I hold it and when I had a chance to shoot the 2 inch it was a blast. I just can't decide between the two barrel lengths and want some opinions. I don't know if the increase in velocity and energy of the 3 inch is significant or not. Anyways, here are the pictures I could find so it will be easier to compare the two:
Ruger 3 Inch SP101 357 Magnum revolver:
Ruger 2.25 Inch SP101 357 Magnum revolver:
This is for concealed carry. I like the .357 magnum load for self-defense, and the SP101 looks pretty darn nice.
I am purchasing a Ruger revolver, either their SP101 or their GP100 revolver. To sum it all up: 2.25" or 3" and SP101 or GP100? I've always been attracted to the SP101. It is a pretty powerful gun for it's size, and at least it looks tough. I would like some more knowledge about these two revolvers so I can make the best choice possible when I decide which one to purchase.
1. I can conceal the 3 inch barrel fine, it won't make much of a difference. Which barrel length looks better to you aesthetically?
2. What grips would be best for concealed carry while taking into account some kind of comfort level. The stock black hard rubber grips are pretty cool but are there better ones out there? How are the CT grips for these guns?
My main question is: Will the 3 inch barrel length on the Ruger SP101 deliver a fair increase in muzzle velocity, kinetic energy, and total momentum (kg*m.s) when compared with the 2.25 inch model?
How much velocity/energy are we talking about? Is it significant?
What about the GP-100 3 inch. If I can conceal the 3 inch SP101 (which I know I can in my Smartcarry holster), then would the GP100 3" be a better choice? They look like the same revolver and the Ruger website says absolutely nothing about them. Their website is not descriptive at all.
Which one looks cooler to you ? and with what upgrades / add-ons / modifications / grips / etc. would you suggest?
Thank you for your time! It is Much Appreciated!
First, a Ruger SP101 3 inch barrel. It is is a pretty badass gun, looks sweet too. It has a tough, rugged feel to it when I hold it and when I had a chance to shoot the 2 inch it was a blast. I just can't decide between the two barrel lengths and want some opinions. I don't know if the increase in velocity and energy of the 3 inch is significant or not. Anyways, here are the pictures I could find so it will be easier to compare the two:
Ruger 3 Inch SP101 357 Magnum revolver:
Ruger 2.25 Inch SP101 357 Magnum revolver: