S&W model 10 which barrel length...4" 5" or 6"...
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Jim NE
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I got a late '40's pre-model with a 6 inch barrel, all original earlier this year, and I love it, but I'm not sure it shoots as well as the late 70's (and less than original) 4 inch barrel South American police surplus model that I sold to get it.
All else being equal, a 6 inch is probably more accurate than a 4 inch, but an extra 2 inches won't turn an ok shooter into a great shooter, and vice versa.
All else being equal, a 6 inch is probably more accurate than a 4 inch, but an extra 2 inches won't turn an ok shooter into a great shooter, and vice versa.
I'm perfectly happy, so far, with my 4" models 10-6, 15-3, and 586.
I stumbled onto a great deal on the 15-3. It has a little holster wear, but NO mechanical wear. Previous owner was an armed security guard of some sort who never shot more than 2 or 3 cylinders full of ammo through it, and ended up trading it in on a Glock.
That's right. Traded a perfectly perfect Combat Masterpiece in for Combat Tupperware.
The store employee didn't understand the previous owner's decision, either, but he wasn't going to argue with a customer
It was priced at well over $400.00, but I got it for $400 OTD.
I'm glad I did. It's one sweet revolver.
My 10-6 is nowhere near as pretty. I call it Ugly Betty. Not pretty to look at, but beautiful on the inside. I got it cheap.
Great thing is, I can refinish it any way I want and not affect the value.
The 586 has SA and DA trigger pulls that have to be experienced to be believed.
I wouldn't trade a model 64 for a model 10, regardless of how much I like my 10.
Unless, the 10 was in a helluva lot better condition than the 64.
With the 64, you never have to worry about it needing to be reblued.
I stumbled onto a great deal on the 15-3. It has a little holster wear, but NO mechanical wear. Previous owner was an armed security guard of some sort who never shot more than 2 or 3 cylinders full of ammo through it, and ended up trading it in on a Glock.
That's right. Traded a perfectly perfect Combat Masterpiece in for Combat Tupperware.
The store employee didn't understand the previous owner's decision, either, but he wasn't going to argue with a customer
It was priced at well over $400.00, but I got it for $400 OTD.
I'm glad I did. It's one sweet revolver.
My 10-6 is nowhere near as pretty. I call it Ugly Betty. Not pretty to look at, but beautiful on the inside. I got it cheap.
Great thing is, I can refinish it any way I want and not affect the value.
The 586 has SA and DA trigger pulls that have to be experienced to be believed.
I wouldn't trade a model 64 for a model 10, regardless of how much I like my 10.
Unless, the 10 was in a helluva lot better condition than the 64.
With the 64, you never have to worry about it needing to be reblued.
peacemaker45
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As usual, the answer is a resounding "It depends."
In this case, it depends on what you want it for. If for carry, then a shorter barrel is probably better. If for target, then the longer. If for a bit of both, then you can get one somewhere n the middle and never really be happy.
In terms of the market, there doesn't seem to be much demand for the long barrel .38s or .32s. Thus they tend to go a bit cheaper.
In this case, it depends on what you want it for. If for carry, then a shorter barrel is probably better. If for target, then the longer. If for a bit of both, then you can get one somewhere n the middle and never really be happy.
In terms of the market, there doesn't seem to be much demand for the long barrel .38s or .32s. Thus they tend to go a bit cheaper.
IBEWBULL
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2,3,4,5,6
If I had only one it would be the 4 inch.
Simply because it is still concealable as easily as a 2 or 3 inch exempting pocket carry. I have the J frame for that.
If I had the cash I want one of each. 2,3,4,5,6 inch. I would say the 3 inch is the best investment if you find a good price.
If I had only one it would be the 4 inch.
Simply because it is still concealable as easily as a 2 or 3 inch exempting pocket carry. I have the J frame for that.
If I had the cash I want one of each. 2,3,4,5,6 inch. I would say the 3 inch is the best investment if you find a good price.
aarondhgraham
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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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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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gunnerh
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The 4" heavy barrel M&P in .22,.38,357 mag or 41 mag are wonderfully handling and shooting guns. A model 10 4'' heavy was go to pistol for my walking about the farm for 30+ years till replaced by a S&W Governor a few months ago. Older eyes needed more shot for copperheads.
Pointshoot
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I like the 4" heavy barrel and the 6" pencil barrel M10.
For me, these have the best balance in those barrel lengths with that revolver.
For me, these have the best balance in those barrel lengths with that revolver.
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