Ala Dan
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It's beyond me; as the Smith X-frames are just too blame big~! 
What do people do with full size revolvers?
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I must admit, I've wondered this myself. I have a 4" King Cobra I bought twenty or so years ago when there was no hope of my getting a concealed carry permit. It was a home defense gun and I took it to the range a few times.
However, it doesn't meet my current needs, so I'll probably put it on Gunbroker if there ever comes a time there aren't a million of them already listed.
However, it doesn't meet my current needs, so I'll probably put it on Gunbroker if there ever comes a time there aren't a million of them already listed.
Guillermo
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4 inch King Cobra AKA the sexy Trooper
How much you want for it?
How much you want for it?
Guillermo
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well if you decide to sell it, PM me
Guillermo
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Yes, but they want Python prices for them. I like the Sexy Trooper but not as much as the Python
Dave Markowitz
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MCgunner
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There was a time when a 4" or 6" K frame rode in about every duty holster in America. That's what they originally were designed for. Youngsters probably find that quaint, or perhaps unbelievable. 
Guillermo
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there was also a time when an I frame 32 S&W long was a duty gun.
Times change
MCgunner
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Point was, that's the designed purpose of the 4-6" K frame. Might not think they have a purpose now days, question being what are they good for. Well, they were great duty guns, what they were designed for. May have seen their day, but they're still formidable as a duty weapon. But, I don't know if even armed security guards carry revolvers anymore.
...well...My N framed revolvers are a hell of a lot easier for me to carry concealed than any of the 5 1911's I own...at least for me.
I also carry either a .500 Linebaugh or a .475 Linebaugh when Im out in the boonies. Even those are somewhat easier than my 1911's.
I also carry either a .500 Linebaugh or a .475 Linebaugh when Im out in the boonies. Even those are somewhat easier than my 1911's.
bwsmith2850
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I still qualify a 4" S&W model 19 and carry it concealed off duty from time to time. It will solve most problems I might encounter in town or in the woods. A 6" 586 came deer hunting with me in heavy brush.
easyg
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I love a nice revolver.
There's just something very cool about them.
Having said that....
I really have no need for a large frame revolver.
And I certainly would never carry one on my side.
They're just too big, too heavy, and too bulky for a mere 5-to-8 shots.
If I'm going to carry a large frame handgun, it's going to have at least 15 rounds capacity.
Light-weight snubbies are fine, but I just have no use for a large revolver.
There's just something very cool about them.
Having said that....
I really have no need for a large frame revolver.
And I certainly would never carry one on my side.
They're just too big, too heavy, and too bulky for a mere 5-to-8 shots.
If I'm going to carry a large frame handgun, it's going to have at least 15 rounds capacity.
Light-weight snubbies are fine, but I just have no use for a large revolver.
JohnBT
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We shoot them.
I have my father's Model 17 with a 8-3/8" barrel and a 2x scope and a S&W Model 647 .17 HMR with a 8-3/8" barrel and an UltraDot on it.
Dang...
I might not have the .17 HMR much longer. Here's one in 97% condition that sold for $825.
www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=159069911
I have my father's Model 17 with a 8-3/8" barrel and a 2x scope and a S&W Model 647 .17 HMR with a 8-3/8" barrel and an UltraDot on it.
Dang...
I might not have the .17 HMR much longer. Here's one in 97% condition that sold for $825.
www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=159069911
Boxhead
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Well, among many other things, kill pigs.
NotSoFast
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I use mine as zombie repellent. So far I haven't had one zombie come through my front door.
NMGonzo
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If I would have bought the 4 inch redhawk I would still have it.
TheHossUSMC
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There is nothing wrong with revolvers of any size. I like the ability to have the power of a .357 magnum at my fingertips. I will say this though. Alot of dudes here have said some pretty stupid stuff about autos. Some one called it a bullet hose, etc. etc. you know all the complaints. Just because a weapon is used incorrectly, for fun or whatever, doesn't make it a bad gun. I remember stories of idiots using loaded revolvers as hammers to put nails in. That doesn't make a revolver a stupid weapon. The auto has it's place and it does its job well lets at least recognize that before I get the geriatrics ward in here having a heart attack over this thread.
oldbear
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I carried a 5” M-27 on a gun belt for years backed up by an M-60. When I ended up in investigations I carried a 2 ½” M- 66 backed by the same M-60, and neither ever failed me. Years later I still carry a wheel gun and feel very well armed.
No matter how well made any auto-loader my be it is still a tool, nothing more nothing less. Now an S&W N frame is the height of the metal workers art.
No matter how well made any auto-loader my be it is still a tool, nothing more nothing less. Now an S&W N frame is the height of the metal workers art.
Boxhead
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The Linebaugh rounds are a lot of fun too.
A Bowen 500 L,
and a slightly modified BFR 475 L.
A Bowen 500 L,
and a slightly modified BFR 475 L.
hatchetbearer
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I'm 23, and I'm a big revolver guy. I have a 6" stainless full underlug GP100 i use for deer. Some 180gr soft point .357's do the job nicely. I also have a Model 13 I bought just because it's 35+ years old and in 99% condition. Could a 10mm auto do the same job? most likely, but it wouldnt have the class.
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