I've often considered a new 586 for the same reasons..IF I was going to lug a full sized 357 around with me all day, (I don't) it would be my S&W Model 19-9. I know...I know...It's got all the dreaded features. MIM parts, two piece barrel, frame mounted firing pin, and (gasp) "the lock" . In spite of those things, it's a fine revolver that can take as much pounding as I'd ever even imagine giving it. I love the old guns, but while there might be such a things as a "beater" Model 19, I haven't seen one in, I don't know how long. Everyone one I see (and I own three of them, and have owned a dozen others) are too nice for me to stick in a holster and bang around with. The old girls get a place of honor in the safe and taken out pretty much to get waxed and such. I shoot the -9. It's tough as nails, and if something does happen to it, I can send it back to S&W and get it fixed. An old one...not so much.
I think it looks pretty darn good too.
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and for those who say "Nobody ever shows the side with the lock."
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You must live in a special world in your own mind if you believe a 1911 is on equal terms with a rootin’ tootin’ cowboy sixshooter. A LOT can (and did) happen in firearms development between those time periods.
Try this on for size Tex:
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Your “argument” is pathetic.
I'm not about to try to rehash the use of a SA for personal defense. There are better choices, we all can agree on that.
Thoughts on a "working man's" belt revolver ?
I'm thinking perhaps a 4" barreled .357 Magnum, double action; along the lines of a S&W Model 19 or a Ruger GP100/Smith 686. Utilitarian, common manufacturer, easy service and parts, along with plentiful aftermarket upgrades.
Let's let the OP clarify.... I'm not purchasing anything now. This was more of a poll.
When I'm outside working on our little "sort of" farm, I almost always have my little Taurus 32 H&R tucked behind my right hip - it's lightweight, doesn't get in my way, and it didn't cost very much, so I don't care if it gets scuffed or dirty. Besides, the largest critters I'm likely to run across on the back part of our place are rockchucks and the occasional coyote. We have a few rattlesnakes around here too, but I almost always have a shovel handy for them.I can choose from several "working man" guns when I go "woods walking on my little farm.
Two quick points. First and foremost, the OP did not mention ANY purpose whatsoever, self defense or otherwise. So I reckon your response kinda depends on how you interpret "working man's revolver". I took it to mean a general purpose revolver that doesn't cost an arm and a leg. If you took it to mean a sidearm to carry into battle, then I would only suggest a class on reading comprehension.While a good Single Action Army is very useful for hunting or snakes, that kind of thing, it is a sorry choice for personal defense. 2021 is not the cowboy westerns we grew up on as kids. I no longer carry a revolver of any kind out in the field but if I did it would be a 6-shot double action service sized gun with a couple Safariland Comp III speedloaders to back it up.
They look pretty in pictures and are fun to shoot, but if anyone considers “personal defense” as a criterion for their “working man’s revolver” then leave the photogenic but obsolete single actions at home. Your life is worth more than betting on 1870s technology.
Re-reading the OP, it's clear he doesn't 'want' anything but our "thoughts" on a working man's revolver. I gave mine. If that triggers something weird in you, see a therapist.Re-reading the OP it is clear he wants a double action:
But of course the thread turned into folks seizing the opportunity (every opportunity they can) to post their $$$$ thousands upon thousands of dollar custom SINGLE action revolver collection, that has 0 bearing whatsoever on the subject at hand. A little conceited perhaps?
If, by working man, you mean not-unemployed man, then I would unhesitatingly recommend the model 13. It is an excellent revolver for the job-having type (though loafers and neerdowells don’t seem to take a shine to them).Thoughts on a "working man's" belt revolver ?
I'm thinking perhaps a 4" barreled .357 Magnum, double action; along the lines of a S&W Model 19 or a Ruger GP100/Smith 686. Utilitarian, common manufacturer, easy service and parts, along with plentiful aftermarket upgrades.
——I used to have a good Rossi 971.
I've had three good Taurus Model 66 derivatives.
My FiL has a very nice Ruger Gp100.
I have several S&W K frames that are very nice.
I think the "working man's" 357 is the one that he finds in good shape used for a good price.
For a "working man's" revolver in general, a used Model 10 has got to be pretty high on the list.
Two quick points. First and foremost, the OP did not mention ANY purpose whatsoever, self defense or otherwise. So I reckon your response kinda depends on how you interpret "working man's revolver". I took it to mean a general purpose revolver that doesn't cost an arm and a leg. If you took it to mean a sidearm to carry into battle, then I would only suggest a class on reading comprehension.
Second, I'm not going to rehash the idea of the single action revolver for self defense either. I'll let you search if you want to find another argument on that subject. I'm only going to say that some folks spend a lot more time shooting single action revolvers than anything else and are more than comfortable relying on them for any purpose applicable to our lives. Maybe YOU are incapable of employing one to save your bacon but do not presume to speak for everybody.
Re-reading the OP, it's clear he doesn't 'want' anything but our "thoughts" on a working man's revolver. I gave mine. If that triggers something weird in you, see a therapist.
Conceited??? I am so sorry that my posting of pictures of guns has ruined your day. However, I did not post but one picture of a custom gun. I hate repeating myself but as I already said, I was making a whopping $10/hr when I had it built. If that ain't working man's wages, I don't know what is. It didn't cost thousands of dollars. I have about $1500 in it. I'll let you guess how long I saved my pennies to pay for it.
The first gun is a Ruger Blackhawk .357, the epitome of "working man's gun". The OP doesn't have to buy an early flat-top in collectible condition or put custom grips on it like I did. One can be had for $400. I've paid as little as $250 for them.
The second gun is a Super Blackhawk. I don't know if you've heard of them before but they're rather common. I bought mine second hand with the barrel already cut. You can buy a new one if it suits your fancy.
The third gun is a Ruger Carryhawk but I suggested buying a plain old blued Blackhawk instead. Try reading the text.
The fourth gun is a Bisley Vaquero with $30 grips on it. I paid $360 for my first one. This one was higher because they're no longer made. Still affordable.
The fifth gun is a Ruger Bisley Blackhawk .44Spl. Bought it secondhand for $500.
The sixth pic is a pair of Cimarron SAA replica .44Spl's. I paid about $400 apiece for them, also used.
The seventh gun is a GP100, you just suggested the OP get one.
The eighth is the evil custom you referred to. Scroll on by if you don't want to look at it.
Are you speaking from experience, or just from what you have heard? I have had a Colt M357 -- the same gun as the Python, but without the cosmetics -- for well over 50 years. I carried and used it in Viet Nam. And it's still working fine.The Python had a short service life, irrelevant of cartridge or grain wieght
Spoken like a true gentleman........TL DR
Trolls have a short attention span.TL DR
Thoughts on a "working man's" belt revolver ?
The Python had a short service life, irrelevant of cartridge or grain wieght
funny- I got mine in 1979 and shot the snot out of it for years... still have her n she still works well
Can you kindly post the weight of that beautiful revolver as it is carried? The catalog weights are sometimes not listed accurately.
Thank you.
Kevin
Why do you need to "upgrade" a working man's belt revolver?Thoughts on a "working man's" belt revolver ?
I'm thinking perhaps a 4" barreled .357 Magnum, double action; along the lines of a S&W Model 19 or a Ruger GP100/Smith 686. Utilitarian, common manufacturer, easy service and parts, along with plentiful aftermarket upgrades.
Sights.... grips....Why do you need to "upgrade" a working man's belt revolver?
Geeee...I have no idea. Smith and Wesson lists the weight as 37 ounces or so on their website, but I've never really thought about it. It's about the same as all the other Model 19's I've owned I suppose. If not, there isn't much difference.
Even though I picked it, I'd hate to lug it around all day. Maybe when I was younger and didn't have so much of me to lug around. These days, a Spectrum 380 is starting to look good vs the Ruger Security 9 I currently carry. Maybe I could find a 4" Model 12?...nahhhhhh.
Because it may be lacking in some way for its owner. Grips don’t fit the hand well, sights difficult to see. It’s sure cheaper that buying a new gun.Why do you need to "upgrade" a working man's belt revolver?