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Post by marc on Nov 28, 2014 14:04:31 GMT -7
Last Sunday I put 100 each of .357/.38 downrange and started working on increasing my longer distance shots, freehand. Just got back a few minutes ago from the range while visiting my daughter here in Fort Polk, LA. I went through (100) .38's and (50) .357/58gr JSP. I was ringing a 14" steel plate at 75 yards 4-5 out of every 6, with my 4" GP-100 shooting single action. Also did pretty well with my wife's tiny LCR-357 on the 4" popup disks at 17 yards, but I have a major tendency to pull 3"-4" low. The recoil on that little 17 ounce gun is pretty snappy with 158gr magnum loads, but my wife easily handles it with Winchester PDX 130gr in .38 +P   I've learned that ultimately the limitation is me - not the gun or ammo. Marc |
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Post by thywar on Nov 28, 2014 17:40:25 GMT -7
I sure like the grips on that 100. Wondering if you always shoot the LCR after the 100 and if that could be why you pull low? Different weight and trigger pull? That limitation thingy? I've found that's true with all my tools. Particularly my hammer earlier this year.  |
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Post by Redneckidokie on Nov 28, 2014 19:06:31 GMT -7
I really would like to have that GP. Heavy made, sturdy. Not the fanciest girl at the dance, but at least you know she can plow a field.  |
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Post by USCGME2 on Nov 29, 2014 6:25:45 GMT -7
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Post by thywar on Nov 29, 2014 7:46:12 GMT -7
USCG when Okie says he'd like to have a gun it's usually just rhetorical cause he's probably already found one or he just hasn't looked deep enough into his safe. Why just yesterday he was telling me Atwoods Farm Supply had Hi Points for $169. Ha. Like I'd trade my RG .22 for a Hi Point. LOL. The man finds more guns than you can shake a stick at. And every once in awhile he grabs one. |
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Post by USCGME2 on Nov 29, 2014 13:03:40 GMT -7
Just tryin to help my brotha out! He would look, dare I say, cute standing behind that stainless 5" model. Lol |
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Post by xwing on Nov 30, 2014 8:05:26 GMT -7
Three favorites
Smith 686
Ruger gp100
Taurus raging bull in 357
In that order
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Post by USCGME2 on Nov 30, 2014 8:22:36 GMT -7
Three favorites Smith 686 Ruger gp100 Taurus raging bull in 357 In that order You would take a Taurus over a Python? |
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Post by thywar on Nov 30, 2014 8:33:32 GMT -7
Three favorites Smith 686 Ruger gp100 Taurus raging bull in 357 In that order You would take a Taurus over a Python? Not being familiar with the raging bull I looked it up. Doesn't come in a .357 apparently. Mostly larger calibers so I don't think the comparison (or choice) to a python is a good one. Apples/oranges. en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Taurus_Raging_Bull |
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Post by xwing on Nov 30, 2014 8:45:56 GMT -7
You would take a Taurus over a Python? Not being familiar with the raging bull I looked it up. Doesn't come in a .357 apparently. Mostly larger calibers so I don't think the comparison (or choice) to a python is a good one. Apples/oranges. en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Taurus_Raging_BullMy bad, it was a Tracker, not a Raging bull, howe ER they look alike . It belonged to my nephew and was a joy to shoot . And yes I'd take it over a python... Never liked colt revolvers other than the SAA |
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Post by USCGME2 on Nov 30, 2014 11:42:18 GMT -7
Why pray tell? I realize Colt Pythons are cost prohibitive these days but, they are pretty much revered as one of the best manufactured pistols of all time. Not a criticism mid you, I respect your opinion X, I know you have A LOT moe time on the trigger than I do. FWIW, I agree the 686 should be at the top. Probably the best gun Smith ever made if you ask me.
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Post by marc on Nov 30, 2014 13:43:31 GMT -7
I've never owned a Colt revolver, but I agree on the 686 - likely the best .357 magnum built. The 586 and 686 are two of only a very few Smith's that I would feel comfortable, steadily feeding 110gr to 180gr .357 magnum rounds. I am totally comfortable doing that with my GP-100.
I had a chance to shoot a Taurus .357 Mag literally just this morning. It had a 6.5" vent rib barrel - ported - which really eased the recoil and gave me a great sight picture. It was a nice shooter - I liked the gun a lot. I would guess the trigger pull at 10lb. DA and 5lb. SA, so I would want the trigger brought down to to 2.5 lb. to 3 lb. on single action. (I'm fine with a heavier 9-11 lbs. on double action, as long it is smooth)
The same guy also had a .44 Mag Taurus, but he was out of ammo, so I didn't get to try it.
Marc
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Post by marc on Nov 30, 2014 18:41:19 GMT -7
I sure like the grips on that 100. Wondering if you always shoot the LCR after the 100 and if that could be why you pull low? Different weight and trigger pull?
That limitation thingy? I've found that's true with all my tools. Particularly my hammer earlier this year. I do believe that you are correct on all accounts. I do always shoot mine first, then Stacey's after. The trigger on her LCR is typical DAO loooooong and maybe 10-11 lbs vs. 2.5 lbs. in SA mode on my GP-100 and it weighs almost nothing. I just feel like I should be able to shift/adjust/compensate faster between guns. Time to burn more ammo! |
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Post by Redneckidokie on Nov 30, 2014 20:43:04 GMT -7
That was exactly the one I locked on to, but they are sold out on the special run ruger. Dammitt TW does not know but I actually have two RG-66'S, both chrome plated. LoL  Just tryin to help my brotha out! He would look, dare I say, cute standing behind that stainless 5" model. Lol |
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Post by Deleted on Nov 30, 2014 20:45:18 GMT -7
Colt makes auto loaders and Smith and Wesson makes Revolvers NUFF SAID
Mdl 15 4" Mdl 66 6" Mdl 29 6.5 scoped
El Cheapo's Charter Arms Magnum pug 357 2.5" Bull Dog pug 44 sp. 2.5" (my EDC) When I can't carry the 1911
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