Ben Shepherd
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I'm in. Two sp101's here. One DAO, one DA. Use houge mono-grips on both. One is over 70,000 rounds, and on its third set of grips. The other one is getting a good start.
The Ruger SP 101 .357 Mag
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Katana8869
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Gave mine a new look. Houge wood grips....
45Guy
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Ever tried reloading a snubby fast? It's much quicker to transition to a second firearm.
I just put 150 rounds of .38 Special through my SP101 today at the range, man was that fun!! I have CT grips on it now, and they help a lot with the recoil.
I find my SP101 to be the gun next to my bed every night, not my XD. It's soo much more fun to shoot, and I like the fact it's just so danged tough and reliable.
I can't sing enough praises of this revolver, and I plan on adding a GP-100 to the group within the next few months.
Dr. Snubnose
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mr ghostwalker: Only one thing better than carrying one Sp101 and that's carrying two
...Its the fastest reload I know!!!!....Doc
...Its the fastest reload I know!!!!....Doc2ndamd
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+1!
I have carried two quite comfortably for years.
DA/SA on the strong side and DAO in the pocket (jeans, of course)
I still need to get the 3 1/16" version. I think these SP101s are great. I just bought a 642 because it had no IL. Thinking of selling it to get another SP101. I only have 3 of them and I need that 3" version.
I have carried two quite comfortably for years.
DA/SA on the strong side and DAO in the pocket (jeans, of course)
I still need to get the 3 1/16" version. I think these SP101s are great. I just bought a 642 because it had no IL. Thinking of selling it to get another SP101. I only have 3 of them
and I need that 3" version.outerlimit
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I had a 3" SP-101 in .357. It had a nice build so it could handle the hot 158gr. loads just fine. I wasn't that accurate with it though. I'm not sure whether it was me or the gun. I think it was me.
Anyways, the problem I had with it was that it was too heavy and just a tad too large to CCW any more effectively than a full sized gun, so why not just have a full sized gun?
It's kind of the same dilemma I have with compact sized autos. They don't fill any niche for me.
Anyways, the problem I had with it was that it was too heavy and just a tad too large to CCW any more effectively than a full sized gun, so why not just have a full sized gun?
It's kind of the same dilemma I have with compact sized autos. They don't fill any niche for me.
mrghostwalker
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Carrying Two
Ha-Ha!
Sorry- guys, I was just picturing someone would be carrying two snubbies gunfighter style/western holster. "look out guys, Snubbie Bart is in town!"
But I agree- carrying two makes sense although not always practical. I do know (from my training) that a speed loader in the hands of a well trained Cop is a very quick load. I used to be able to reload a revolver in the same time that it now takes me to re-load my Sig Sauer.
Ha-Ha!
Sorry- guys, I was just picturing someone would be carrying two snubbies gunfighter style/western holster. "look out guys, Snubbie Bart is in town!"
But I agree- carrying two makes sense although not always practical. I do know (from my training) that a speed loader in the hands of a well trained Cop is a very quick load. I used to be able to reload a revolver in the same time that it now takes me to re-load my Sig Sauer.
So I just entered the club a week ago or so. I bought a 2.25" .357 at Cabela's and used a $100 gift card on their $450 sale price. $350 for the new gun isn't too bad.
I haven't gotten to the range to shoot it yet. I shoot a 642 with +P rounds, and I'm interested to see how much different the kick is than that.
I haven't gotten to the range to shoot it yet. I shoot a 642 with +P rounds, and I'm interested to see how much different the kick is than that.
Bodycamp13
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finish?
Lochridge-
What is the finish on that gun? Gotta have-it!
Great looking piece.
Thanks!
Lochridge-
What is the finish on that gun? Gotta have-it!
Great looking piece.
Thanks!
Bodycamp13
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thanks
Thank you for the info!
Thank you for the info!
Landric
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Well, I just made arrangements to join the SP101 club. I have owned A LOT of guns over the years, but one I have never had (and always meant to) was a SP101. I opted for the 2 1/4 inch .357 Mag bobbed hammer DAO. NIB, out the door, for $375. I pick it up on Friday.
What I really wanted was a DAO 3" gun, but that is not an option from the factory. So, there might be a 3" version in my future and some lock-work switching if that is feasible. We will see how I like the 2 1/4".
I'm thinking I'll probably qualify with the SP101 as an off-duty gun with the PD (provided they let me, I generally get a lot of groans when I pull out my bag of guns on qualification day). I see the SP as more of a belt gun, but I'll be like DR Snubnose, carrying two revolvers, when I opt for the SP as my primary. SP in a belt or IWB holster, S&W 37-2 DAO in my pocket as a backup. I figure I'll carry the SP loaded with magnums and any spare ammo will be .38 Special +P so I can reload either revolver with it.
What I really wanted was a DAO 3" gun, but that is not an option from the factory. So, there might be a 3" version in my future and some lock-work switching if that is feasible. We will see how I like the 2 1/4".
I'm thinking I'll probably qualify with the SP101 as an off-duty gun with the PD (provided they let me, I generally get a lot of groans when I pull out my bag of guns on qualification day). I see the SP as more of a belt gun, but I'll be like DR Snubnose, carrying two revolvers, when I opt for the SP as my primary. SP in a belt or IWB holster, S&W 37-2 DAO in my pocket as a backup. I figure I'll carry the SP loaded with magnums and any spare ammo will be .38 Special +P so I can reload either revolver with it.
caddy527
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Greetings all,
Just joined. Thanks for all the great info. I just got a 3" 357 today. It's my first handgun and the decision wasn't easy. I read a few articles, did a search and ended up here. You all are a great source of useful info. Thanks again. I can't wait to get to the range.
Greetings all,
Just joined. Thanks for all the great info. I just got a 3" 357 today. It's my first handgun and the decision wasn't easy. I read a few articles, did a search and ended up here. You all are a great source of useful info. Thanks again. I can't wait to get to the range.
2ndamd
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Congrats on the new SP101.
I think you're going to like it.
Welcome to THR!
I think you're going to like it.
Welcome to THR!
Theanalogman
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Thanks for ruining my week.......
Just kidding!
After thinking about a SP101 and reading all 7 pages of this thread, I went and purchased one this afternoon!! It's all your fault, ya know.
This thing is sweet to dry fire, I'm stunned on how many folks complain about the trigger. This is rather smooth right out of the box, IMO. My S&W 640 DAO trigger was horrible!
I'll post pics once I figure out how. So now that I'm a member of the club, where do I get the patches, logos, hats? I ain't gonna ask for any stinkin' badges.
Just kidding!
After thinking about a SP101 and reading all 7 pages of this thread, I went and purchased one this afternoon!! It's all your fault, ya know.
This thing is sweet to dry fire, I'm stunned on how many folks complain about the trigger. This is rather smooth right out of the box, IMO. My S&W 640 DAO trigger was horrible!
I'll post pics once I figure out how. So now that I'm a member of the club, where do I get the patches, logos, hats? I ain't gonna ask for any stinkin' badges.
Ok, my turn. I purchased the SP101 .357 magnum 2 1/4" by chance. I was looking for something else, but had one on my wishlist so I bought it. From the very beginning, I really liked it. I took it to the range to put it through its paces. It worked great. The only thing I didn't like was the heavy trigger. So I disassembled it, polished the internal parts and replaced the factory springs with Wilson combat reduced power springs. WOW! It is smooth as silk now. I can keep the DA shots on target better now.
I ordered me a High Noon Bare Asset IWB holster. It works great. Stays in place wonderfully. I use Winchester Silvertips 145gr HPs.
I have quickly fallen in love with this gun. It is my all time favorite. The only thing I want for it now is a Crimson Trace LG-111 grip for it.
I ordered me a High Noon Bare Asset IWB holster. It works great. Stays in place wonderfully. I use Winchester Silvertips 145gr HPs.
I have quickly fallen in love with this gun. It is my all time favorite. The only thing I want for it now is a Crimson Trace LG-111 grip for it.
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Never knew there were so many attractive wood grips for this handy lil revolver! Great pics and a fun thread.
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Nairbedaw
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SP101 club?
Hi everybody. Im a new member and just purchased my first handgun, although its not my first gun ever. The one I purchased is a SP101 3 inch chambered in .357. It is completley stock as I just got it today. I have no plans to modify it yet. Im very pleased with the fit and finish of this gun and plan to hang on to it for a very long time to come. I also have a Mossberg 500A 12 gauge, but this Ruger is my new baby. Litterally! The date on it is 06/20/2009, less than 3 weeks old. I just cant seem to put it down. Sorry forgot to add that my SP101 is the hammered version.
Hi everybody. Im a new member and just purchased my first handgun, although its not my first gun ever. The one I purchased is a SP101 3 inch chambered in .357. It is completley stock as I just got it today. I have no plans to modify it yet. Im very pleased with the fit and finish of this gun and plan to hang on to it for a very long time to come. I also have a Mossberg 500A 12 gauge, but this Ruger is my new baby. Litterally! The date on it is 06/20/2009, less than 3 weeks old. I just cant seem to put it down. Sorry forgot to add that my SP101 is the hammered version.
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