Ruger SP101

[blanepara9]

Yes I saw more SP-101's at this weekend's gun show than I saw at the last 3 combined! There were 5 peaple ahead of me waiting for background checks at the table I (eventually) purchased a gun from. It was a good show and the GP-100's looked Damn good. Congrats on the handgun!

 

[Kraut]

I own both, the 642 obviously carries a little easier, but going up from .38 to .357 comes with that. I owned an all steel Taurus 650 (same configuration as 642, no external hammer) and it was uncomfortable to shoot .357, making it just a heavier .38. When I obtained the SP101 it was a pleasure to shoot, nowhere near as unpleasant in the hand as shooting that Taurus.

 

[HogHunter1203]

I have both and cannot think of an advantage of the SP over the 642+P if the intended use is concealed carry. I CC every waking hour and the 642+P is extremely comfortable given its lighter weight, and I like the idea of the internal hammer to keep "stuff" out of the internals.
But as far as dependability and function, I'd be totally comfortable with either. Let me know if you want to sell the 642.
Ed

Decided to sell the smith if you want it.

 

[323MAR]

Well, Kygunco.com sent me an email today saying they had the wiley clapp version in stock for 580 shipped. It should be on its way to my FFL Monday.

Good choice! You will be able to shoot it without wearing the frame and carry magnum ammo.

 

[hunter5567]

Get some Hogue grips for it if it doesn't already come with them. The 357 loads in the sp101 are knuckle rappers with the factory grips. The Hogue's will make it pleasant to shoot..

 

[323MAR]

Get some Hogue grips for it if it doesn't already come with them. The 357 loads in the sp101 are knuckle rappers with the factory grips. The Hogue's will make it pleasant to shoot..

+1

 

[5Legion]

I have a 101 with hogue grips and XS front sight 3 inch barrel. Had a nice trigger job done. Hard to beat especially for a woods or bump in the night gun. For CC the 642 is prob a better choice but that 101 is hard to beat for an all around gun. 5L