However, the Ruger engineers took a good look at the competition’s designs and followed another path to ensure the new gun’s durability. On the Colt release, I use my right index finger and thumb, and sort of pinch it as I pull. Report. Question. It is pretty brutal shooting hot .357 out of the S%W. S&W 686 vs Ruger gp100. If I had to go with a large revolver for a survival situation, the GP100 would be my choice. Kind of depends on what you'll use it for. For the purpose you list, I'd vote GP100 as well. They also offset the locking bolt notches on the cylinder to provide added strength to that most-thin area of each chamber. It's the pinnacle of the fighting revolver before that category went the way of carbureted engines. Hey all. Then spend the difference on buying ammo. My main reason for the purchase is to take to the U.P. If I had to do it again, I'd go for the 4" version balance wise. While I admire the way their engineers over-built the revolver’s internals, and knowing that they were attempting to bulldoze their way into the marketplace via cost competitiveness by eliminating hand work, in my opinion the Security Six is a “single-action revolver capable of double-action firing.” Generally, the single-action pull is nothing to write home about either, usually at least four pounds with some creep, compared to the 2-3 pound triggers standard on period Colts or Smiths. Between the two, Ruger. They rectified this in 1972 with the introduction of the Security Six and Speed Six revolvers, building both of regular blued, carbon steel as well as their proprietary Terhune stainless steel. His other 4" and my 2.5" have never had any problems though. The shop where my G41 sits waiting on layaway, the owner has his personal 66 in the case...might have to fondle it. That is the essence of a good deal! Hausse réglable LPA pour revolver SMITH & WESSON modèles : 629 - 686 -627 - 66 - 17 - 19 - 625... Plus d'infos. It’s a toss up and the differences are minimal but Rugers are cast steel while S&W are forged steeel. I own a S&W 60 and I say get the Ruger. That thing is gorgeous. 1:45. I like the classic lines of the Smith K-frame and the trigger is so smooth. Definitely Ruger. The downside to this shooter is that the double-action stroke is problematic. 7. Compare the dimensions and specs of Ruger LCR and Smith & Wesson M&P Bodyguard 38 It was the first revolver I ever fired. I wouldn't want to shoot hundreds of rounds of magnums out of either gun (low fun factor IMO), but the SW will be plenty strong enough for occasional practice with full magnum loads, lots of practice with 38 special loads, and carrying for defense with full magnums. The ruger trigger is mushy and sloppy. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Both with a 4 inch barrel and the 66 being $700 the GP100 is $600. 21 … 1 fallling block sporting rifles and the Gold Label side-by-side shotguns. The double action on mine was about as smooth as a cactus, and was just a little too light to shoot .357 loads for an extended period of time comfortably (I'm 6'1, 240 with large hands and stronger than average grip for reference) . In addition, the Ruger folks incorporated a transfer bar firing system. Notice the smith is a k frame, I wouldn't run a steady diet of the classic .357 load through it. Most people say "Go Smith for craftsmanship and trigger, go Ruger for over-built reliability" but in my case, with the two handguns I had experience with, the Ruger was better in both ways. Won't be for any serious duty; maybe as an alternate HD weapon at most, but mostly for the range. Ruger GP100 22 VS Smith 617. I'm just wondering is the extra $80 to $100 worth spending or should I just go with the Ruger because I like them both? I have one and I love it. Smith and Wesson 686 vs Ruger GP100. Discussion Starter • #1 • Apr 27, 2018. I'll take the Ruger any day of the week. I will probably have to fit other stocks affording me a more secure grip, as it squirms beyond my ability to hold it consistently. 5 years ago | 118 views. Plus I actually already have an M&P R8 on order so I'm thinking to try Ruger again. If you like the 66 just get a Match Champion and call it a day. Wheelgunners of reddit, what are your thoughts? My Security Six kicks ass. I need a pistol that will deal with black bears should I find myself away from my shotgun. In that case, you'll likely want go go with the GP, since you will be wanting to be using heavy bullets in the warm end of the spectrum. I find myself on the horns of a dilemma. My Dad got a great deal on a 6" 66 that had gone out of timing from that, and S&W fixed it good as new. Smith and Wesson built the 1st 44 magnum and Ruger followed fast with the Flat Top Blackhawk. 100.00 € Ajouter au panier. Democracy is two wolves and a lamb voting on what to have for lunch. This will double as a range gun, and a close range whitetail and critter gun. Réf : LPATXT0407 en stock. Smith and Wesson 686 vs Ruger GP100. Been loving mine since the mid 80s. Thanks for the input guys. Only when the trigger was fully-depressed in a firing stroke would the transfer bar rise and allow hammer to strike it and “transfer” that impact to the rear of the firing pin, discharging the chambered round. 1 Posts . Browse more videos. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. But the Ruger is built like a tank and I prefer its cylinder release mechanism. It probably will outlive me many times over. The MC is a solid recommendation. That it has no side plate. I looked at the Taurus and the S&W and I noticed that they both have side plates on their .357 magnum revolvers. Thread Status: Not open for further replies. It'll outlive your grandkids, and easy to strip. Plus the extra heft of the gp100 made extended shooting of .357 not only bearable, but enjoyable. Ruger chambers are usually a bit oversized, easing extraction when dirty, if compromising case life somewhat. User account menu. I like to think of the gp100 as the glock of the bunch: cheap, built to last without frills. It's still extremely accurate, locks up tight, and functions smoothly. Press J to jump to the feed. Get the GP100. (With the exception, of course, of Ruger’s follow-on piece, the GP-100.) I have the 6" gp100 and I love it. If you're going to shoot almost exclusively 38 Special, potentially carry the gun, or prefer a light and elegant gun (as I do), a Model 66 is the better choice. You'll be rewarded with a nicer shooting, better feeling gun. Gold dots are good! Theyre both good guns but the trigger on S&Ws is way better. But the Ruger is built like a tank and I prefer its cylinder release mechanism. My 2 choices were the 686 plus 3" and the 66 Combat 2.75". 4. I like the classic lines of the Smith K-frame and the trigger is so smooth. The Ruger GP100 may be one of the smoothest shooting revolvers on this list. Cast saves costs but anytime you cast you may or may not have air pockets that could crack so they tend to be not as strong as forged steel. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. I like it a lot more than the Ruger (which is also a great gun), and I honestly like it even more than my Python when it comes to actually shooting it. It oughta be a good pistol to you. The 686 first debuted in the 1980’s alongside the Model 581, 586 and 681.Since then, th… 100.00 € Ajouter au panier. Voncile Harwood. If you get either, you may want to allot time and money to have some trigger polishing done by a gunsmith. It's come down to an S&W 66 and the Ruger GP100. I’ve fitted mine with the “Reduced” weight spring package from Wolff Springs, yet the DA pull must still be at least 14 pounds, with the aforementioned glitches. - Theodore Roosevelt. A prior owner had taken the factory walnut “target” stocks and cut finger-grooves into their front and reduced their overall girth, making them suitable for smaller hands, but very slippery with the not-inconsiderable recoil of a full-house .357 round. I've owned and own both SW and Ruger revolvers and heads up the SW's are more accurate, better made, with vastly better triggers IMO. I'm in the market for a solid revolver and I've been bouncing between these two for quite some time. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. Security Sixes were generally .357s and had adjustable rear sights, while Speed Sixes were fixed sight guns that were made primarily in .357, but also in .38 S&W Special and 9mm Luger. I've recently been considering picking up a Smith M66 because it's a beautiful gun, but then I saw the Ruger GP100 Match Champion. Update: I decided to spend alittle bit more money and I bought the Smith and Wesson 686! Could have lightened the DA down more I think but I was short-stroking it. Discussion in 'Handguns: Revolvers' started by razorback2003, Jan 21, 2016. I find that I can usually shoot it more accurately. My LGS has both the S&W 66 and Ruger GP100 in stock. We put two iconic revolvers together to compare and contrast differences and similarities. I always had Ruger 357's in magnum revolvers but wanted to buy a S&W based on the overwhelming comments about the better DA & SA. This means long component life. Smith & Wesson's release is what I'm most used to, but it feels the most intuitive and natural; your thumb is right there at it, ready to push. They comprehensively looked at the sometimes fragile and hand fitted lockwork of these designs, and in usual Ruger fashion, over-engineered all the working parts. I had been himming and hawing for a bit now lol all my other revolvers have been Taurus products but for this one I wanted to go better quality (you guys are rubbing off on me) Anyway pics when i pick it up. Get the 66, if you love it half as much as I do, it will be totally worth it. Liberty is a well-armed lamb contesting the vote. The frame, cylinder release, sideplate, and crane arrangement are unmistakably S&W. Ruger GP-100 vs. Smith & Wesson 686. With the 686 i'll have a thinner frame along with the unsightly interior lock, however i'm a huge fan of smiths and the quality of their firearms. A place for responsible gun owners and enthusiasts to talk about guns without the politics. The S&W is larger and heavier, making it more suitable for outdoor carry and a better choice for higher-pressure loads. Posted by 3 years ago. Sturm Ruger’s answer to the Smith & Wesson 686, the Ruger GP100 was introduced in the early 1990s. I can't remember the last time I shot a Ruger revolver (but I have four of their semiauto's) Come join the discussion about optics, gunsmithing, styles, reviews, accessories, classifieds, and more! S&W 686 vs Ruger gp100. Then if you carry, load it with the best defense round possible. Close. Question. The GP100 reflects Ruger design ethos as much as the Smith 686 is a pure child of Smith and Wesson. Log in sign up. Notice the smith is a k frame, I wouldn't run a steady diet of the classic .357 load through it. Plus, on my particular gun, it would get dirty very quickly (<100 rounds) and half of the cylinder would be harder to cock/work in double action. Major ouch. If one were to do a comparison detail strip of a Smith, Colt and the Ruger, one would see that pieces such as the cylinder locking bolt, the hand, the size of the double and single-action sears on the hammer, one would see that the Ruger pieces are quite a bit larger. Stronger build, better customer service, better overall quality, a no brainer in my opinion. The downside- it can beat itself to death if you shoot to many hot 125's through it. JavaScript is disabled. Archived. Price wise, the Ruger costs a bit less although guns in general are expensive where I'm from. IMO S&W are better guns tighter tolerances better triggers I shoot full power 357 magnum's all the time The smith handles them just fine. While both S&W and Colt used rebounding hammers to provide a drop safety scheme and S&W had added the sliding hammer block in 1943 to WWII production “Victory Models” and subsequently carried this change into civilian production post-war, Ruger felt that the use of a rising "transfer bar" of steel interposed between the flat-faced hammer and the frame-mounted firing pin was even safer. The frame itself dispensed with the usual side-plate design and the piece is easily “field-stripped” for detail cleaning of the lockwork. Speak softly and carry a big stick; you will go far. A forum community dedicated to Springfield Armory XD and XD-M series firearm owners and enthusiasts. It probably will outlive me many times over. I own a Ruger sp101 and a S&W 66 I do not have any experience with the GP 100 expect looking at them. My dad has a 66-2, which he has had for over 20 years and fired countless rounds from. I was comparing the GP-100 against the S&W 686 and the Taurus model 66. However, most shooters were willing to accept this for the strength and price paid. The GP100 is regarded as the strongest double action .357 magnum made, right up there with the smith N frame. In this instance, the L frame of the 686 denotes a medium-large frame, and is typical of modern, fullsize .357 Magnum offerings from Smith & Wesson. He also has a S&W 686 and a 28-2, the Ruger is still his favorite. It's come down to an S&W 66 and the Ruger GP100. Sarge01 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Join Date: Jan 2010; Posts: 4346; Share Tweet #2. It probably will outlive me many times over. I can easily hit a coyote at 100 yards. -Benjamin Franklin. Hausse réglable LPA pour revolver SMITH & WESSON modèles :586- 629 - 686 -627 - 66 - 17 - 19 -... Plus d'infos. All three nice revolvers. Two of the newest five-shot, medium-framed .44s—the Ruger GP100 and the Smith & Wesson Model 69—duke it out. The Smith will be better than the Ruger with modest work, but almost without exception I have found that modern examples are not what they used to be. Ruger vs. Smith & Wesson and Taurus revolvers? Compare the dimensions and specs of Ruger GP100 4.2" and Smith & Wesson Model 66 Combat Magnum A battle of the Titans so to speak. I'm going to go against the grain and suggest the 66. If one bought a Security Six, one could expect a lifetime of full use and still be able to hand it to one’s children with nary a problem. when I go hunting. I've narrowed it down to the 686 vs GP100. Both were so-called “medium-frame” revolvers, in much the same vein as a Smith & Wesson K-frame, or the Colt D-frame, exemplified by the Diamondback. Keith and Skelton were also involved in the development of the 41 Magnum for law enforcement and hunting. Full house .357 magnum isn't terrible with double protection. First, the engineers bulked up key frame dimensions, including the height of the frame, the thickness of the top strap and barrel shank support and the cylinder diameter. Hopefully some folks out there have tried out the new Ruger GP100 22. razorback2003, Jan 21, 2016 … Follow. I'd also say it depends on its purpose. Compare the dimensions and specs of Ruger SP101 2.25" and Smith & Wesson Model 66 Combat Magnum Add to that that 1) Rugers are super easy to polish/tune yourself, and 2) can eat a steady diet of .357 Mags and not loosen and Ruger's the winner to me. I noticed though, in the description for the Ruger, that they talk about their solid one piece frame. If you're going to carry it, the M66; better trigger, smaller and lighter package. The GP100 was the successor to Ruger’s Security Six … With the cost not being a issue what one would you wizards of wheelies recommend? If you have a little more cash, S&W is worth it. While the Smith & Wesson Model 610 and Ruger GP100 Match Champion are similar, they’re quite different 10mm revolvers. Ruger GP100. The extra weight will make it much easier on your hands. The GP100 is regarded as the strongest double action .357 magnum made, right up there with the smith N frame. The 686 is mostly a refinement of the S&W’s iconic revolver pedigree, established with their K/L frame revolvers. Recently went thru a similar situation, S&W vs Ruger.. 08-16-2012, 12:55 PM. I just hope other people got one better finished than mine was. I like both of these pistols but have no Idea what one to purchase. Soon after I bought my own and still have it to this day. I had a 6" full under lug gp100 until I sold it to a family member. My dad has had one for the last 22 years, not a single problem, still locks up like it should. I'm not impressed with the finish on the new 66. If you're going to shoot 357 with an regularity, the GP100. Nearly. The GP100 with a Wolf Spring kit has an awesome trigger. A somewhat blunter instrument, the Ruger GP100 also dates back to the 1980s, replacing the Security Six in 1985. They are also usually razor-edged at the rear of the cylinder, requiring a light chamfer to ease the use of speedloaders. While this added to the cost of production, it means that the finished arm generally needs no trigger action job to make the stroke smooth from front to back. Shooting with .357 Magnum: I usually carry .38 +P instead of .357 Mag. I once knew of an indoor range that had one as a rental gun and it digested, by their estimate, some 1,400,000 rounds with no parts breakages and minimal maintenance. At its introduction, the Colt Trooper was sold for $161, while the Smith M19 went for $143 and the Ruger retailed for $121. Learn it, know it, live it - Brad Hamilton, http://arxiv.org/ftp/physics/papers/0701/0701268.pdf, Buffalo Bore Handgun Ammunition : Cabela's, HSM Bear Load Handgun Ammunition : Cabela's, Federal Premium® Vital-Shok® Handgun Ammunition : Cabela's, Second Media Corp., 111 Peter Street, Suite 901, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2H1, Canada. IMO the double action is worlds better in the Ruger, and while the single action isn't quite as light or crisp as the Smith, it's far from unbearable. Close. My first .357 revolver was the 66-8, and honestly I just didn't like it. I'd also suggest you look into finding a used Dan Wesson .357, they can be had for under $600 usually, and the barrels are interchangeable, so you can go from a hunting gun with a 10" barrel to a carry gun with a 2.5" barrel in about 5 minutes. The ruger is far easier to detail strip if you ever have to. I can't decide which one to get gentleman; the Smith and Wesson 686 is about $600 and the Ruger GP100 is about 520. Joined: Aug 24, 2008 Messages: 1,231. Posted by 3 years ago. They use the most modern of manufacturing methods, that of precision investment casting, much as would a jeweler or dental lab, to provide a near-final-sized raw part which thus requires a minimum of machining to become a completed arm. Having a 12-13 pound DA trigger pull seems about average. A few friends into revolvers generally seems to prefer S&W's but I've been reading positive reviews on the GP100 Match Champion so I'm starting to get interested. Tags: None. My collection is in sore need of a full-sized wheelgun in .357 Magnum. Still have the 5" and did a trigger polish with springs. Not saying this is the case in all of them, but there you go. With the Match Champion Ruger dressed to the nines, in terms of features, does it finally dethrone Smith & Wesson as the king of revolvers? In the early 1970s, when the double-action revolver was still the preference of most US law enforcement agencies, Ruger did not have a weapon to compete for this market, nor for civilian home protection users. Colt’s hand fitting and S&W’s selective-assembly methods meant that revolvers were fitted to the dimensional accuracy of the trigger and hammer pin locations on the frame. Takes too much wasted motion and effort to open quickly. I eventually sold that, thinking maybe revolvers just weren't for me, then by chance I rented a gp100 and fell in love. Vous trouverez une large gamme de produits pour répondre à votre besoin Thirty years on and a good used Security Six can be had in the lower $300 price range. How does the new Ruger GP100 22 compare with the Smith 617? between the Ruger GP100 and and S&W; 686 revolver (both chambered in .357 mag), which is the better deal? Smith will have a better trigger, although the ruger is serviceable and will get better with use. This is a table top review and comparison of the Smith & Wesson Model 686, Ruger GP100 and the Taurus Model 627 Tracker. Hausse LPA pour revolver SMITH & WESSON TXT0407. I'm going to vote SW if you can swing the extra cost. Here is a comparison between 4 357 magnum revolvers. Shooting .357 out of it felt very mild and controllable. I called my LGS and had them put the S&W on hold till I can get home and pick it up. Archived . I want a … Press J to jump to the feed. I have a stainless 6" GP100, and my slogan for it is "Rick Grimes can suck it.". Compare the dimensions and specs of Ruger LCR and Smith & Wesson Model 66 Combat Magnum I have owned both the model 66-8 and a gp100. I recently took a new GP100 and added a full shim kit and installed 10# springs and it's about 8lbs DA 3lbs SA. The ruger is built like a tank, but the 66 is the stainless "combat magnum." 1 of 13 Ruger GP100 vs. S&W Model 69. Smith will have a better trigger, although the ruger is serviceable and will get better with use. However, and this is the real reason why these guns are a solid buy, they will simply out last any other DA revolver over thousands of Magnum rounds. While doing so however, they have embraced neo-classic aesthetics in their arms; examples include the their Blackhawk single-action revolvers, the M77 bolt action and No. 7. By Garrett Lucas. How are each of them on trigger pull,accuracy, ruggedness,and value. These are all 357 Magnum revolvers. Ruger GP-100 vs. Smith & Wesson 686. I give you my thoughts and the impressions of 3 other shooters. I bought the 686 + and … Won't be for any serious duty; maybe as an alternate HD weapon at most, but mostly for the range. Keith and Phil Sharpe were much more involved with the development of the 357 Magnum which was a pet project of Doug Wesson. Single action: The Ruger is much improved but the Smith and Wesson is like glass. Otherwise ouch, baby. But pray you never have to shoot a .357 indoors. Jesus Christ carries a GP100 with a 6" barrel. Answer Save. razorback2003 Member. The Ruger has notable glitches in its DA pull. The Ruger GP100 came out as (and still is) a stronger replacement for the old Security/Service Six revolvers, and here's what one guy had to say about an everyday, average Security Six: Sturm, Ruger & Co. has always been a bit of a dichotomy of a gun company. The trick is shoot .38's n practice, and a few .357's and you'll be fine, and stay away from 125's. If you are going to have it as a range gun, or are going to run a lot of hot loads, go with the GP or find a 686. The GP-100 will handle the warmest loads you can buy or handload. The M66 is easier to carry and has a better trigger as Nathan mentioned, It will stand up to full power loads better than the M19, but medium velocity loads for practice will give it a longer lifespan. Smith and Wesson 686 vs. Ruger GP100 357? 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