rWt
.375 Atomic
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Post by rWt on Aug 15, 2017 6:23:47 GMT -5
Sweet!!
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davet
.30 Stingray
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Post by davet on Aug 16, 2017 14:10:58 GMT -5
I've always been bothered by the short ejector stroke with a 2.5" 357 Mag. 3" or 3.5" barrels provide a full length ejector, meaning long enough to clear the empty/fired case from the cylinder upon ejection.
In trying to find a light weight revolver for possible daily carry I had to settle for a 2.5" S&W Night Guard. I am currently familiarizing myself with shooting it loaded with a handload that matches the performance of the Buffalo Bore Heavy +P 38 Special. The short ejector stroke will clear the cases of the Specials, but it is aided buy the fact that I've had the gun machined to accept Moonclips. No getting one errant case caught under the ejector that way.
Getting back to the original topic, for Magnum ammunition I still would insist on a minimum 3" barrel and would be more comfortable with a 3.5". I always thought the M27s and pre-M27s with that barrel length were about ideal for a full power Magnum.
YMMV,
Dave
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Post by smirker on Aug 16, 2017 17:51:44 GMT -5
Davet, if you can find a 3in. Mod.66 you will find full length ejector rods in them.
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Post by bigbrowndog on Aug 16, 2017 21:55:32 GMT -5
I'm converting a SW model 13, 4" to a 3" for easier holster carry in the field and while driving. I practiced the conversion on a old rusty and beat up model 10 that was configured with the same heavy barrel, it turned out great, so when I'm done I'll have a somewhat matched pair 38 and 357.
I miss the 2.5" 19 I had from the 80's, i chose to sell it to pay for a wedding gift for my brother,...then they got divorced and I'm out a damn good gun.
Trapr
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Post by jfs on Aug 16, 2017 23:06:11 GMT -5
I miss the 2.5" 19 I had from the 80's, i chose to sell it to pay for a wedding gift for my brother,...then they got divorced and I'm out a damn good gun. Trapr  |
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Post by bula on Aug 17, 2017 8:57:51 GMT -5
There's a lesson to be learned in there,somewhere !
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Post by tinkerpearce on Aug 17, 2017 22:09:49 GMT -5
I sold my Model 28 to buy my wife a diamond for our last anniversary- no regrets, she's bought me three guns since then!  My only short-barreled .357 probably ranks as heresy- its a Chiappa Rhino, and for all it's weirdness it's a sweet-shooting gun. The wife loves it and uses it for a nightstand gun so I load it with Buffalo Bore SB 158gr. LSWCHPs. I keep a moon-clip in it for positive ejection, but rely on a speed loader or strip for reloads. Same footprint and thickness as a J-Frame, six shots and when I choose to load magnums it's seriously more comfortable to shoot.  |
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Post by jfs on Aug 18, 2017 16:06:55 GMT -5
The wife loves it and uses it for a nightstand Good for her.............................................................. |
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Post by bigbrowndog on Aug 18, 2017 16:30:36 GMT -5
The rhino is actually a nice shooting gun, I got a chance to shoot one at SHOT a few years back and I wouldn't have any issue owning one.
Trapr
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davet
.30 Stingray
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Post by davet on Sept 2, 2017 11:53:47 GMT -5
With the introduction of the LCR I thought Ruger had the lock on "ugly" but Chiappa has left them in the dust. (smile)
Dave
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Post by mk70ss on Sept 4, 2017 9:22:30 GMT -5
I sure do love those short barreled magnums.
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Post by jimtx on Sept 4, 2017 9:55:52 GMT -5
I love short barrels as well, my nickel python was 4", I love 3" N frames, and I too have a m19-3 2.5" but nickel and it came with very rare checkered banana target grips, I have seen other come with them not many but were smooth, they sell on ebay quick for usually $400 avg. my checkered are rarer yet, curious how much they are worth by themselves.
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Post by JSutter on Sept 4, 2017 15:55:35 GMT -5
There is something special about the way these handle and shoot. A 2 1/2" M66 & a 640-1 are two favorites here. I finally went to the 125gr Golden Sabre 357 load for both; reduced power with noticeably less muzzle blast, and POA = POI.
A good Smith trigger is hard to beat.
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Post by needsmostuff on Sept 5, 2017 10:04:26 GMT -5
Don't forget Ruger plays this game too.  |
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Post by kings6 on Sept 5, 2017 10:35:40 GMT -5
What do you guys think is a good price for a 2 1/2" model 66 with a good leather holster? A friend of mine has one he wants to move but I am no sure what one is worth. I checked closed auctions on GB but not a lot of help there.
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My only short-barreled .357 probably ranks as heresy- its a Chiappa Rhino, and for all it's weirdness it's a sweet-shooting gun. 
