My first wheel gun

[Dishonored]

Alright so I have always really liked the way a revolver felt and shot.. But I always shyed away from purchasing one for myself (my grandfathers colt was given to me and it never leaves the safe) because they just aren't "practical" in a defense situation. Well I finally decided I have to get one. I shot a half box of .38 and a half box of .357 this morning wow.. Significant difference even in this K-frame. All in all I am very happy I decided to get one and I am hooked into the wheel gun world. I would love to get a 586,19, or 29 to add in to the start of my collection.
I have called around this morning trying to locate some finger grooved wooden grips for it with no luck. Guess I will have to wait it out.
Enough talking here it is.
Model 66-6 (post-lock) .357 magnum

 

[Robhic]

Granted, this is more specifically written around snubbies, but (if you haven't read it) get yourself a copy of "The Snubbie Revolver" by Ed Lovette. It is a very useful (VERY!) and interesting read by a guy who did the FBI and CIA training during his career. You will have a completely different outlook on revolvers, and subnosed guns, after reading it. It's only about 150 pages but great info!!! Recommended by Mas Ayoob.

And that is one fine looking revolver.

 

[speedster]

Purdy gal ya got there. If you haven't checked out badger grips yet give them a look. I have the rosewoods on an sp-101. Love the look & feel!

http://www.badgercustomgrips.com/

 

[Dishonored]

Thanks man I will check it put for sure. I can order off amazon I'm sure.
Thanks man. It shoots very well, I think.

 

[Dishonored]

Sweet thanks man. I liked tw ruger sp101 at cabelas an I almost came home with a 6" gp100 but they wouldn't come off the price any and it was a bit high for my taste. I'm going back today to look at a S&w 586 they have. Also to check for powder and ammo. An a holster for this thing .
Y'all need me to check on anything for y'all?

 

[sawgrass]

Great choice. I'd say that's a keeper.

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[Gus McCrae]

Nice choice.

Honestly, I think too many people have been brainwashed in the "revolvers aren't practical for self defense" line of thought.

 

[Dishonored]

Thanks guys! I just left cabelas. Had to pick up some ammo for my .300wsm. So glad that is unaffected!
Some ammo boxes and a holster for this revo.
I brought in my firearm to make sure the holster I was going to find was going to work like I wanted. They would not take the trigger lock off!!!! Not give me the gun back until I was out of the front door! I couldn't believe this. Never had this problem before!! I was shocked and I probably will be ordering online for a while now. What would be a reason to not give me my own firearm.... Is cabelas a "no-carry" store? I mean if I'm not allowed to check my gun to fit a holster then I am sure they would have a fit with someone that open carried or was spotted concealing even with a permit..

 

[CUJOHUNTER]

It's addictive. I started at a very young age and can't seem to put them down. If you really want to get into revolver shooting,buy a j frame. Just when you think you've got it all figured out....a little j frame might rock or ruin your world.

 

[dwr461]

Nice revolver. For self defense I'd strongly advise against grips with finger grooves.

Dave

 

[Dishonored]

Nice revolver. For self defense I'd strongly advise against grips with finger grooves.

Dave

What do you say that for? I am new to revolvers so I'm sorry.

 

[nickatnite]

I have called around this morning trying to locate some finger grooved wooden grips for it with no luck. Guess I will have to wait it out.
Enough talking here it is.
Model 66-6 (post-lock) .357 magnum

You need some of these:

Developed by a guy from Mississippi...
http://www.nill-grips.com/SundW-Revolver-with-K-L-frame_99.html

buy them here:
http://www.mactecsales.com/nill_k_frame_sb_s/1842.htm

 

[Dishonored]

Thanks for the link!! They are pricey but extremely nice!

 

[US Infidel]

very nice. I only have one revolver, but mines not as nice.

 

[Dishonored]

Thanks guys. I really like the revo. I went out an found me a leather holster today and a couple HKS speed loaders.
Also picked up about 150 rounds of .357, 100- 38sp and one box of defensive rounds.

 

[DBMJR1]

Not practical for self defense? .357 mag is the #1 rated SD cartridge.

As a reloader you're gonna love revolvers. No more loosing brass, or having to chase it through the mud. It falls out in your hand.

I like HP-38 / W-231 for target .38 spl rounds and cast lead semi wad cutters. I use AA9 for potent .357 ammo with Hornady 158 gr XTP's.

Little snubbies can be a hand full. Try one, before you buy one. I've a Mod 38 and a Colt Cobra. Either one will sting your hand with .38 spl. I wouldn't want an alloy snubbie in .357 mag.

Welcome to the old school club.

 

[Dishonored]

Not practical for self defense? .357 mag is the #1 rated SD cartridge.

As a reloader you're gonna love revolvers. No more loosing brass, or having to chase it through the mud. It falls out in your hand.

I like HP-38 / W-231 for target .38 spl rounds and cast lead semi wad cutters. I use AA9 for potent .357 ammo with Hornady 158 gr XTP's.

Little snubbies can be a hand full. Try one, before you buy one. I've a Mod 38 and a Colt Cobra. Either one will sting your hand with .38 spl. I wouldn't want an alloy snubbie in .357 mag.

Welcome to the old school club.

Awesome! Thanks for the tips on loading man!
I currently only hand load for .308. I need the precision of a hand load for matches. I typically buy my handgun rounds... I may get into loading .357 on my single stage. 9mm will come but not until after I get a larger work area and a progressive.

 

[dwr461]

What do you say that for? I am new to revolvers so I'm sorry.

The short answer is because Ed McGivern and Jerry Miculek said so.

When someone goes for a handgun in a very great hurry they will not hit the same exact spot on the grips everytime. If you hit the wrong spot on smooth grips than the problem isn't a problem at all. If you hit the wrong spot on a handgun with deep finger grooves you got a problem buddy.

For target shooting finger grips and thumb rests are fine. For combat revolvers not so much. For my competition revolvers I use Miculek's Bang Inc grips. They are excellent.

http://www.bang-inc.com/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=1&zenid=7rdp6qgu3tei9up15g5thor4h7

Unlike semi automatics in revolvers I want a little grip movement (for wood grips) in my hand when I shoot magnums so I also avoid textured surfaces.

dave

 

[jdindadell]

I am a fan of revos as well. I like ahrends grips myself. I would stay away from the houge wood grips. If you plan to shoot alot I have to say rubber grips are easier on the hands, but do not look good at all. And if you go with wood stick with smooth grips. I am up in the air about the finger groove grips, some fit my hands well and others do not.

 

[ericlosh]

the k framed "combat magnums" are just the greatest things, i have loved every one of them that i held.