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Ruger GP100 or S&W 686????????
hey guys im looking for another .357 magnum to add to my collection...as of now i own one .357 magnum revolver wich is a Colt Python.....(no im not B.S.ing you guys i do own a Python)..there is nothing a matter with my Colt i just want a gun that i can use for more of a "work horse" gun.....iv decided between the Ruger GP100 and the S&W 686 im not a Taurus fan so leave those out but what is your opinion on the GP100 and 686???...which is better in your opinion on each of these guns... iv shot a GP100 but nvr a 686...how do these two revolvers compare to the Python...(the Python action kinda spoiled me so i want the gun thats closest to the Python action".....thankyou in advance for your answers
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- Anonymous8 years agoFavorite Answer
Advantages of the Ruger GP100 over the 686
1) It has no lock in the frame
2) the cylinder locks into the frame at three points instead of two
3) It has no side plate. It's easier to disassemble, because the trigger assembly drops out of the bottom of the frame.
4) It has a thicker top strap
5) It's a more modern design
6) the front sight is removable just by depressing a pin
7) Owning a Ruger shows that you are bold enough to change with technology
but if your only concern is an action that resembles a Colt Python get the 686
- JackLv 58 years ago
Out of the box the 686 will have a better trigger. The Smith nor your Python (yes I have one of each) will take the abuse that the Ruger will take. I put a $40 reduced power spring kit in my Ruger. The trigger is now better than my Smith but still not as good as the Colt.
- augustLv 78 years ago
Six of one, half a dozen of the other. Both are excellent firearms.
Pick the one that fits your needs better. Frankly, I don't like the trigger on the GP100, but it's not so bad that I couldn't handle it.
Go handle both, dry fire the 686, and see what you prefer. The 686 is going to have a nicer trigger straight out of the box.
- Anonymous7 years ago
I actually own both. The gp100 is stronger and more reliable. The 686 looks a little cooler but if I had to go to war and defend my life life with one I would without a single doubt in my mind I would take the gp100 hands down for too many reasons to list.