what type of Revolver should i buy?

Question

i specifically DO want a revolver, because i already own a 9mm semi-auto.

i'd rather not spend more than $400 - $450max on it,
and i am open to getting just about any caliber.

i was leaning towards a .357 but will consider all of my options.
Thank you. =) =) =)

Answer 1

Having owned several different revolvers, S&W, Dan Wesson, Colt & Ruger, I can Highly recommend the Ruger GP-100. Absolutly great revolver. My first revolver was a S&W mod. 28 Highway patrolman which I got in trade from A CHP officer. I have also owned S&W Mod. 15's, 27's, 25's, and 57's. I owned a Colt Lawman MKIII and a Dan Wesson Pistol pack. I currently have a Ruger GP-100 which I received as a class project in one of Ruger's Police Armorer Schools. THe weapon is very dependable, rugged and simple to work on IF the need should arise. Most parts that you can purchase are drop in as the manufacuring process in very simply designed. Almost every issue I have had with a S&W required a 6 month wait after having sent it to the factory.
For my Money and peace of mind I would buy the RUGER GP-100 all over again.
Also, I was a police Range officer and saw a lot of weapons being used. Remember the massive Recall of S&W's. We saw weapons that straight out of the box WOULD NOT SHOOT. Missing parts, missing manufacuring steps (the Hand Window or Pawl window not being cut).

Answer 2

Depending on the size you want, Ruger make the 5 shot SP101, or the Ruger GP 100 in .357 mag. S&W makes the Model 619, and the Model 686, but I thnk it is above $500, so I'd stick to the Rugers which are fine weapons.If you want to save a few bucks, Taurus and Rossi are other alternatives, but I DO NOT recommend them.

Answer 3

that depends on what you want to do with it. for concealed carry you could probably get one chambered in .38 special. for making a lot of noise or hunting, .44mag. a firearm is a tool. get one that suits the job you need to do with it. since you already have a 9mm, you could probably get a revolver chambered for the same cartridge and simplify your ammo purchases.

Answer 4

I like the feel of the Ruger gp100 over S&W and Taurus...Rossi is ok but you may get a good gun you may get one that falls apart...