What do you consider to be the ultimate fighting revolver

[bullbarrel]

I would submit the Taurus 608. It is an 8-shot .357 with 4-inch ported barrel. Now I don't like a ported barrel. I tested it for penetration against my Smith Model 60 3-inch barrel and the 60 outdid it. But if you're speaking of a fighting revolver the porting does reduce flip and I did my test with .38s. Loaded with potent .357s the 608 is plenty powerful enough. It has a much better DA set up too. Of course I am working from limited data although the Taurus out performs DA-wise another of my Smiths.

 

[ZVP]

'm Backwards!

I spent my whole life with Single Actions just because I like em, so naturally I grab for my .357 Vaquero when you say a fighting gun. I am no combatant. not trained in the art but I am confident with a S/A that it's a natural reflex to operate one. realise that in this day and age the S/A is antiquated and I might face the need for more than 6 shots! I can reload a S/A pretty fast but bot fast enough...
I do not have faith in semi-automatic Pistols, save a good 1911 but I do not own one anymore.
So, I decided to update my battery. I wanted simple and reliable guns.
I bought a couple S&W revolvers in order to bring myself into the future a bit and am learning the needed reflexes as I go. One is a HS Model 10 and the other a No Dash Model 36. I know the need to reload quickly is a deficent with a S/A and am learning the skills to operate these D/A's and get with the times, so to speak. learning the skills needed to operate a D/A is just repition and I will do it for my family's sake. Times are getting more unsettled and one needs good handguns.
For home defense I have a 6 shot, 19" barreled Mossberg 12 ga Pumpgun loaded with "00". I have total faith in that shotgun and load.
As they say you use your handgun to fight your way to your primary weapon and mine is the 12ga.
A sane man trys to run away first to avoid a fight, but if this is not possible you dial 911 and dig-in inside the safe room. Outside things get a bit more complicated as does the fact you like me may be a senior and not able to fight due to disabilities, then you arm yourself in order to defend yourself and yours.

ZVP

 

[peacemaker45]

Focus on the pistols and simply accept that some people like different things. STOP BICKERING.

Well, that'd bring the entire internet to a screeching halt.

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[9mmfan]

Well, that'd bring the entire internet to a screeching halt.

Or at least just this thread...

 

[ArchAngelCD]

Older - 3" S&W M13 (6 rounds)
Newer - 3" S&W M586 L Comp (7 rounds)

 

[kvtcomdo]

In terms of durability a 4" Ruger "Six" of some variety...

Boy do I love the Security Six.

Have the BiCentenial versions in SS and Blue.

Great tough little guns.

 

[kvtcomdo]

Of those whow have responded, how many folks have actually been in an actual major gun battle and have actually have killed another person and what did you shoot the person with?

How many have actually shot a pistol in side a residence or business with out hearing protection and still have their hearing?

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And it makes a difference when shooting indoors whether it's a revolver or semiauto pistol?

How about a rifle/ shotgun indoors.

In a life threatening situation, doesn't matter.

May not have time for the hearing protection my friend.

 

[RealGun]

For something I might have to fire without hearing protection and which I am likely to be carrying, I would pick .44 Special, although limited to five rounds (Taurus 431). I can also concentrate more on the shot and less on the recoil and stunning noise. My .45 ACP not so much, because it is adapted to a bigger frame, and I am less likely to carry it. As a soldier, ready for a fight, I would rather have the .45 ACP six shooter and the moon clips (SW 625JM).

 

[skidder]

May not have time for the hearing protection my friend.

The very reason I prefer a 4" or more for the bedside. When I fire my 4" Six and my 2.25" SP with the same ammo, there is a big difference in sound. No doubt in my mind this difference is only going to be amplified indoors.

 

[fedvet]

IMO

Was a Federal LEO for well over 20 years. For about half of it carried the Smith Model 13 as the issue weapon, purchased a Model 60 for off duty, and later a 681 and then a 66 for duty carry. I think the 13 was everything a non-uniformed investigator could use, especially when carrying 158 grain +P+ 38 spl. Controllable and excellent ballistics. Carried a pouch and a couple of Bianchi speed strips; if going to hit a house, would load up speedloaders and have at the ready. Transitioned to the Smith 1076 and then the Glock 22 and never looked back. In retirment have a Smith Model 64 that is a safe room and tackle box pistol to deter both 4 legged and 2 legged predators. Again, 158 grains of +P+ speaks loud.

 

[armsmaster270]

Dr B
A 4 inch .357magnum. But in response to the OP, a snubby is fine because a 4 inch barreled revolver is a duty-sized gun, not a carry gun. That snubby .357 lcr will mess up a bad guy real bad.


That is funny, I successfully CCW'd a 4" model 19, a 1911, Sig 220 and now a Sig 226 with no problems.

 

[Deer_Freak]

I own a Sp101 and a Charter Mag Pug. Both are snub nosed 357 mag revolvers. Even when shooting ammo reloaded with blue dot powder I have never been blinded by the muzzle flash. Blue dot is a shotgun powder that works very well in magnum handgun cartridges. Blue dot contains no ingredients to lessen the amount of muzzle flash like other powders designed for loading handgun cartridges.

I strongly suggest that people who are concerned about flash to go out and actually fire a pistol at night. The shooter sees little or no flash when shooting at night.

 

[David E]

I strongly suggest that people who are concerned about flash to go out and actually fire a pistol at night. The shooter sees little or no flash when shooting at night.

Load some up with Unique and see what you think.

Me, I like a bit of muzzle flash, as I can see the silhouette of my non-tritium enhanced sights to confirm they were properly aligned.