357 Revolver suggestions

**Shotgun Shooter** · 06-30-2009, 07:28 PM

I dont mind weight, really. I'm not some little girl handling them.

I'm a big kid now.

S.S.

**CA357** · 06-30-2009, 11:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shotgun Shooter

I dont mind weight, really. I'm not some little girl handling them.

I'm a big kid now.

S.S.

I mention the weight simply because S&W's are considerably lighter for carry. The Ruger will definitely perform for you and be an excellent all around revolver. I have a S&W model 37 Airweight which is a .38 and it's really light. I like it to just stick in my back pocket on occasion.

...and I'm really glad you're a big kid now, we don't want no young whippersnappers around here.

**Shotgun Shooter** · 07-01-2009, 12:12 AM

LOL.
Well thank you. I'll go hold a few, see what feels best.

S.S.

tookalisten · 07-01-2009, 12:25 AM

Many have already posted to this thought; but after a great deal of research and handling several, I just purchased the Ruger 357 SP101 with a 3" barrel.
For me, the fit was perfect, the price was within my range, and I had read many great reviews. Once I picked it up, my gut told me it was exactly what I wanted. I have only shot about 150 rounds through it - mix of 38 sp and 357; but I would highly recommend it based on my limited experience with it so far.

**Shotgun Shooter** · 07-01-2009, 12:42 AM

Thanks Took!
Maybe i'll buy both.

S.S.

tookalisten · 07-01-2009, 12:54 AM

SS - I know that feeling. I went ahead and got 2 permits; but was thinking all along that one would satisfy me. I have already been surfing the websites and this forum itching for that 2nd purchase and trying to decide "what next?"

I mostly blame all of you on this forum for posting your pics!

**Shotgun Shooter** · 07-01-2009, 01:18 AM

You have to get a permit for each gun?

S.S.

tookalisten · 07-01-2009, 01:30 AM

Yes, each handgun requires a permit in NC. When you apply, upon approval, you can buy several permits (not sure if there is a limit), and each permit costs $5. So, if you are going to the trouble of applying, most people will pick up a couple. They expire after 5 years. The wait between application and approval is only a couple of days though.

**Shotgun Shooter** · 07-01-2009, 01:38 AM

Ahh. Well thats not too bad then. NY sucks. Horrible.

S.S.

**Mark F** · 07-01-2009, 11:26 AM

and then there's "real" 357 Magnums...

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06-30-2009, 07:28 PM	#31
Shotgun Shooter Supporting Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 826	I dont mind weight, really. I'm not some little girl handling them. I'm a big kid now. S.S.

07-01-2009, 12:12 AM	#33
Shotgun Shooter Supporting Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 826	LOL. Well thank you. I'll go hold a few, see what feels best. S.S.

07-01-2009, 12:25 AM	#34
tookalisten Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: NC Posts: 27	Many have already posted to this thought; but after a great deal of research and handling several, I just purchased the Ruger 357 SP101 with a 3" barrel. For me, the fit was perfect, the price was within my range, and I had read many great reviews. Once I picked it up, my gut told me it was exactly what I wanted. I have only shot about 150 rounds through it - mix of 38 sp and 357; but I would highly recommend it based on my limited experience with it so far.

07-01-2009, 12:42 AM	#35
Shotgun Shooter Supporting Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 826	Thanks Took! Maybe i'll buy both. S.S.

07-01-2009, 12:54 AM	#36
tookalisten Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: NC Posts: 27	SS - I know that feeling. I went ahead and got 2 permits; but was thinking all along that one would satisfy me. I have already been surfing the websites and this forum itching for that 2nd purchase and trying to decide "what next?" I mostly blame all of you on this forum for posting your pics!

07-01-2009, 01:18 AM	#37
Shotgun Shooter Supporting Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 826	You have to get a permit for each gun? S.S.

07-01-2009, 01:30 AM	#38
tookalisten Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: NC Posts: 27	Yes, each handgun requires a permit in NC. When you apply, upon approval, you can buy several permits (not sure if there is a limit), and each permit costs $5. So, if you are going to the trouble of applying, most people will pick up a couple. They expire after 5 years. The wait between application and approval is only a couple of days though.

07-01-2009, 01:38 AM	#39
Shotgun Shooter Supporting Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 826	Ahh. Well thats not too bad then. NY sucks. Horrible. S.S.