KORTH revolver - initial range report/impressions

[hdfinder47]

I've been considering a Korth 357 for some time and now that they have a 3" model I'd like to add one to the collection. The thing is, I'm somewhat value orientated and I'm having a major issue convincing myself that they are worth north of $3500. Thats more than double the new 2020 Python. I would pay that for a nice vintage 3" Python but the Korth is still in production. What makes them worth the cost?
Ed

 

[hdfinder47]

Anybody ever heard of / seen / held / shot one?

 

[MetalVendor]

No chance I’d spend $3500+ for one of those. I’d buy about four Smith & Wessons instead…

 

[falshooter]

Here's a review. Supposed to be the best made. All hand fitted Hammer forged barrels, all parts billet steel , immaculate fit and finish and trigger like butter

What's it worth to you to have one is the question....

Korth Carry Special Review: Revolver Royalty

The Korth Carry Special is a very nice, but expensive revolver. In this review, the author takes it for a spin to see if it's worth the cost.

gundigest.com

 

[Abby Normal]

I’ll never own one at Anywhere near that price. How much better is it compared to a S&W from the Performance Center?
It would be just my luck to invest all that money to get the “Best Shooting” handgun just to get Parkinson a year later.
Keep that barn still while I try to shot it!

 

[hdfinder47]

Thanks for the link, falshooter - interesting review. Makes me want one all the more but I agree with the above concerning price.

 

[340six]

I would get a new Colt,and a S&W competitor ( the cool performance center one that has removal of weight under barrel) for that amount of $

 

[Mitch Dufour]

I own a few handguns that many consider over priced, and I got them because ---- well just because I wanted them. You indicated you wanted one for your 'collection'. I say get it if your kids have full belly's and the bills are being paid.

 

[machinedrummer]

I can walk into just about any gun shop and buy a S&W or Colt. I’ve never seen a Korth in the wild. If you want it and your family isn’t missing a meal because of it….get two!

 

[Cheesy Lasagna]

Anybody ever heard of / seen / held / shot one?

I have fired one. It was a beautiful revolver and everything was good and proper with it. Obviously made by someone who put an extra effort into it. That said, I’d only buy one if having it for the sake of having it is important to you. I’d never carry it, keeping it for target shooting and personal satisfaction. Then again, I’m not into placing that much money into such things.

 

[JBP55]

If I drove a BMW 7 car and wore a Breitling Superocean watch I would probably buy several Korth pistols but I drive an inexpensive truck and wear an inexpensive watch so I buy Glocks.

 

[Mitch Dufour]

I drive my wife's hand me down car and don't own a watch. The car gets me from A to B. My hanguns make me smile on a real regular basis. Even the budget guns!

 

[dantheman]

It may be a fine weapon but there is just no way I could spend that much money on a range toy . We all know that's all it would ever be .

 

[jdindadell]

I'm sure it is worth it, plus you cannot have that experience without that price.

I spent more on the g36e build I did recently. Was definitely worth it. No way to do a true German g36e without dropping some coin.

I have had the desire to get a Korth, however I do not like BMW or European junk like that, and I do not wear a watch. Enjoying a finely crafted gun is not for everyone.

 

[WhereIsIt?]

I'm not a fan of revolvers but that one is nice. If you got the money to splurge and it's what you want, then go for it.

 

[machinedrummer]

Most here probably have more than a few toys worth $3500 plus when you add optic, can, stamps etc.. enjoy it now while we still can.

 

[glimmerman]

I have owned one. Definitely the finest craftsmanship of any revolver. If you have the money and like owning fine things, get one. You’ll be the only kid on the block with one. Not sure you could buy a new one for under $5,000 now. It’s like owning a Mercedes Maybach. No one needs one, but you can‘t take your money, or anything else for that matter with you. Possessions are only rented while you are here on Earth. Enjoy if you are willing and able.

 

[dantheman]

When you think you need a range toy that expensive , write a Check to St. Jude's or the Shriners Hospital .

 

[Big H]

Listen to what everyone has to say---then do what you want to do. For myself---"NOT ON MY DIME!" Good Luck---

 

[JR1572]

I’d take a look at the Manurhin MR73 with the 4 inch barrel if I was in the market for a high end revolver. Read up on it.