Traditionally,,,
Traditionally the 4" model was considered best for a duty/combat situation,,,
Where a 6" barrel was considered best for target/hunting shooting,,,
I consider the 5" to be a compromise between the two.
But as far as my personal aesthetic goes,,,
The 4" pencil barrels just seem to have perfect lines.
I don't own a Model 10 right now,,,
But I do own a 4" Model 12 and 4" Model 15,,,
I consider them both to be very beautiful handguns.
When I'm at the range running self-defense drills,,,
My 4" revolvers are my favorites.
When I'm walking my friend's pastures on a bunny hunt,,,
The 6" barrel of my Colt Trooper is my go-to choice.
Aarond
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