.44 Magnum revolvers?

Question

Who make sthe best revolver in a .44 mag. double action. I am looking for one with a 6-6.5 inch barrel. Quality is important, but I do want to keep the price under $1,500.00

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It will be for range shooting. But, the main purpose will be for defense when in the great outdoors.

Can thr regulare Red Hawk hadle the hotter loads like the ++P ?

Answer 1

Taurus builds fine firearms and have several models in 44 magnum. My personal experience with Taurus is that they build a servicable weapon. You can count on it to handle standard pressure rounds and to give you good service for many years. Smith and Wesson also builds fine firearms and their 44 magnum revolvers are considered some of the finest shooting revolvers being made. I actually have a S&W 41 magnum that I dearly love, the trigger is smooth as silk and breaks like glass. It is an effective hunting weapon to 100 yards. You might be less than satisfied with the "feel"of a Taurus; but it is unlikely the same will be true of the S&W. However, my favorie 44 magnum is the Ruger Super Redhawk. It is not a beautiful gun, but it is stronger than gorilla breath. Loads that can damage Taurus and S&W can be shot in the Super Redhawk. Unfortunately they only come in 2 1/2, 7 1/2 and 9 1/2 inch barrels. They are also heavy, but that helps absorb recoil. If you want something a little lighter try the Ruger Redhawk, a little different design in 4, 5 1/2 and 7 1/2 inch barrels. The Redhawk is almost as tough as the Super Redhawk. They can have a good trigger, but it is unlikely it will ever be as smooth and crisp as the S&W, but perfectly acceptable. How tough are they, I have actually seen reloading data that listed loads as only for Ruger Revolvers and Thompson Contenders. Another option is a Colt Anaconda. They're no longer made, but my gunsmith swears by his. He claims it is almost as tough as the Ruger Redhawk and has a lot better trigger. Look for a used one on Gunbroker.com.
So, all these are fine revolvers, and with sufficient quality for any task. I rank the Super Redhawk as best (ability to take repeatedly take heavy loads without worry--I can practice with my hunting loads). The Redhawk as next followed by Smith and Wesson and finally Taurus. If I had to rank the Colt Anaconda I would say it is virtually equal to the Smith and Wesson, but would give the edge to the S&W because of its continuing availability.

Answer 2

Best 44 Magnum Revolver

Answer 3

You may want to consider Ruger Redhawk or Super Redhawk. Ruger is a pretty good name in handguns, I own a few Rugers and all been great purchases. MSRP is usually about $800-1000 depending upon configuration unless you want something particularly fancy.

The only trouble is the barrel length. 5.5 or 7.5 inch are common sizes for the Redhawk line. I do not recall seeing a 6 or 6.5 Redhawk ever.

Like the other Guy said, Taurus is also good, but I hear they are more of an economy gun. They have the Raging bull which should be a DA/SA, I believe 6.5 inch is available with this line. Taurus are usually very affordable too, way under your 1500 cap. Check out the Taurus Wheel guns below, if you like Stainless, you may like the 444SS6 or Raging Bull Model 444.

Answer 4

Best 44 Mag Revolver

Answer 5

Go with a Redhawlk or Super Redhawlk. I own a Anaconda and won't give it up for any price. I also own a matched pair of SA Super Blackhawlks I like the SA better 'cause I don't need a safety and use them when I cowboy action shoot also. Ruger makes guns than can take a serious beating and have no problems. The Ruger guns are heavy compared to S&W but i'll take the extra weight any day in a survival situation. Besides the recoil is minimal in the Ruger's which it totaly awesome for a small framed man as myself (5'4" and under 150# wet) I qualified my consealed weapons with a Super Blackhawlk and went back a month later with the Super Redhawlk and did even better.

Answer 6

Standard Ruger Redhawk all the way. I used to own one. No .44 Magnum is as durable, easy to take down, or easy on the hand when using wood grips. These guns have been the best choice since 1979 and were clearly responsible for S&W improving their .44 Magnum line some years later. And the price and various options are decent.

Answer 7

for about 10 years i carried a 6" smith and wesson model 29. as a duty weapon i had to have a ammo that i could shoot accurately.i found a good hollowpoint by speer.i shot a 44 special and not a magnum load. the 44 special load was 200gr where as the 44 magnum was 240gr.big difference in the shooting.i shot expert with this load.
it all depends on what the gun is going to be used for.if just plunking any brand will do.if you want a gun buily well and will lasy then stick with smith and wesson. retired texas deputy sheriff

Answer 8

automatic answer for me, I've been dreaming about buying one for ages Smith & Wesson Model 29 with 8-3/8" barrel, deeply blued steel, checkered wood grips, SA/DA, it's a beautiful revolver. they sell 6" versions today, but the 8-3/8" is discontinued. still goes for $500-$750 used (normally, pre-Obama gun ban panic) I can finally afford one but they're no longer legal in CA. It would go nicely with another dream gun-- and also California banned-- Smith & Wesson Model 19 6" barrel "Combat Magnum" Combat magnum is just a name, I don't think there's really any diff. between a combat magnum and a regular model 19. Model 19 is 357 Magnum, and the 19 is also an iconic S&W classic revolver.

Answer 9

Ruger Super Red Hawk!

Fine weapon, handles well, and built to last. I would verify with the owners manual or Ruger, but I am sure it will shoot +P+ plus rounds with no problem.

S&W makes some fine guns, as well as Taurus, but from what I have shot, I would have to go with the SRH! It may cost a little more, but it is worth it.

Answer 10

S&W 629 - Best double action trigger pull of any 44mag - and if you're carrying this for defensive purposes in the great outdoors I assume you're talking about bear.

The 629 is strong, accurate, durable and was first introduced as the model 29 in 1955 so it has also stood the test of time.

You're going to appreciate that trigger pull should you ever face a charging bear.

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