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<blockquote data-quote="Buzzdraw" data-source="post: 2037299" data-attributes="member: 385"><p>I think you'll want a 3-4" barrel gun, not shorter or longer.</p><p></p><p>Of the guns mentioned, I'm most partial to a S&W 686-3. The -3 has all the necessary improvements without the later "improvements" found in later dashes; i.e. internal lock system, MIM action parts, softer heat treat on wear surfaces, etc. The -3 will stand up to more shooting than you are likely to do in a lifetime, including full .357 magnums. I've shot way in excess of 30,000 +P .38's out of my used -3 with no discernible wear. It was used when I got it, so no telling how many magnums went down it; it was a duty gun belonging to a LE who actually shot his guns more than just required for qualification.</p><p></p><p>A Ruger GP 100 will stand up well too. It's just a bit clunky compared to a Smith. The action is noticeably longer and usually less crisp. </p><p></p><p>If you plan on conceal carry, as well as a house gun, get a K-frame 65 or a 19/66. Best 19's are the -5's. Best 66's and the -2 and -3's. Stick with 158 gr bullets in any K-frame, magnum or not. </p><p></p><p>Stay away from any Rossi and about 50% of the Taurus revolvers.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Buzzdraw, post: 2037299, member: 385"] I think you'll want a 3-4" barrel gun, not shorter or longer. Of the guns mentioned, I'm most partial to a S&W 686-3. The -3 has all the necessary improvements without the later "improvements" found in later dashes; i.e. internal lock system, MIM action parts, softer heat treat on wear surfaces, etc. The -3 will stand up to more shooting than you are likely to do in a lifetime, including full .357 magnums. I've shot way in excess of 30,000 +P .38's out of my used -3 with no discernible wear. It was used when I got it, so no telling how many magnums went down it; it was a duty gun belonging to a LE who actually shot his guns more than just required for qualification. A Ruger GP 100 will stand up well too. It's just a bit clunky compared to a Smith. The action is noticeably longer and usually less crisp. If you plan on conceal carry, as well as a house gun, get a K-frame 65 or a 19/66. Best 19's are the -5's. Best 66's and the -2 and -3's. Stick with 158 gr bullets in any K-frame, magnum or not. Stay away from any Rossi and about 50% of the Taurus revolvers. [/QUOTE]
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