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Post by cethlinn on Jan 16, 2014 18:32:52 GMT -7
Ok, Actually the 357 model was called a King Cobra and I'm assuming with a 4" barrel aprox. 39 OZ.l... As a 6" barrel is listed at 43 OZ. So, in my opinion the Taurus at 38 OZ. would be the closest to weight and size of the Cobra you shot, 8 OZ. heavier than the Ruger SP 101 and most likely lower priced than the others. Also, were you shooting both 357's and 38's when you fired it, or just 38's?... 357's create quite a bit more recoil than the 38's which are milder and also less expensive for target shooting. When shooting 357's, a heavier gun is also preferred for less felt recoil. The lighter the gun, more felt recoil. I was shooting 38's only. |
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Post by jmarshnh on Jan 16, 2014 20:17:15 GMT -7
Must have been the King Cobra, as the Colt Cobra was not chambered for .357 (neither the first or second edition) and had lightweight aluminum alloy frames. First edition weighed 15oz unloaded and the second weighed 16oz unloaded. Nice little lightweight .38s but only the second edition is recommended for use with +P ammo, and if it is used they factory recommends returning it after around 1,000 rds for inspection versus 2-3000 rds for .38 specials. I have one of each and have turned down $400 each by a dealer. Don't know why he wanted to pay so much tho.
Enjoy whatever you get.
Jim
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Post by Lawdog2705 on Jan 17, 2014 18:50:33 GMT -7
I have a S&W .357 with crimson trace. I understand the adrenaline rush so I really like the idea of having the crimson trace on my gun, even though I am a really good shot. BUT, I haven't ever been in the position to shoot at a person either. So, this is an option you may want to consider as well. I have it on several of my guns. Good luck. I hope you find one you really like!
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Post by missasip on Jan 18, 2014 17:37:35 GMT -7
Something to keep in mind: With a few very notable exceptions (Ruger GP-100, S&W 686 and Colt Python) most .357 revolvers are simply not rated to hold up indefinitely using .357 mag loads. But, any good quality .357 revolver will last more than a lifetime with .38 and +P loads running through it. Some will say that you should only practice with what you intend to shoot. Good logic, but I would rather have someone on my side who has trained with thousands of rounds of .38 special ammo - than one who has only fired a few hundred rounds of full house .357 magnum loads. Shoot enough, and hitting your target will become like instinctively pointing at it, instead of slow methodical aiming. Under high stress, this is the difference between success and failure. This is true for SW K and L frames and for the Ruger and Tarus. They are just slightly beefed up .38 special frames. The Ruger having the slight edge. BUT the N frame Smiths will stand up to. 357 loads all day everyday. The N frames were built for the 41 mag and the 44 mag. They will stand up to those two big rounds perfectly. Models 27, 28, 627 are about as good as it gets for the 357 mag. Course you will pay for the difference..... Jimmy |
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