Got some money. I want a revolver.

gun runner · 10-10-2012, 12:25 PM

$1300. I now am deciding to purchase a home defense revolver. Im thinking of going with a Ruger .44 mag

What do you think? Any other suggestions? I could imagine it would have plenty of power. I had a smith and wesson model 5906 semi auto 9mm but I sold it 3 years ago. Im not going to get my CHL though.

carver · 10-10-2012, 12:33 PM

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Originally Posted by gun runner

$1300. I now am deciding to purchase a home defense revolver. Im thinking of going with a Ruger .44 mag

What do you think? Any other suggestions? I could imagine it would have plenty of power. I had a smith and wesson model 5906 semi auto 9mm but I sold it 3 years ago. Im not going to get my CHL though.

.44 caliber is a good choice. Shoot .44 specials for home defence, and the magnum rounds for hunting. Have you looked at the S&W M&P R8? 8 rounds of .357 magnum, or 8 rounds of .38 special. I like Rugers better than Smiths, but then Ruger, as far as I know, don't make an 8 shot revolver!

aa1911 · 10-10-2012, 12:35 PM

I would stay with either S&W or Ruger for a revolver. 44mag isn't a bad choice, I would prefer a .357 or .41 for most things though. But that's just me.

personally, I think Ruger makes the strongest revolvers and the ones I have came with phenominal triggers and are deadly accurate.

A GP100 with a 4 or 6" barrel is my favorite I think.

hunter29180 · 10-10-2012, 01:29 PM

heres a question to consiter..just who will be shooting this revolver? if you and only you then 44 mag is a good choice! BUT if the MISSUS may be called upon to use it for defense then maybe you need to rethink that one. It would be usless as a SD weapon if she either cant or is too intimaded to use it because its just too powerful for her! always chose the main SD weapon most suited to the least of the expected users!

Donnie D · 10-10-2012, 01:30 PM

How about this.

http://www.taurususa.com/product-det...egory=Revolver

Check Bud's Gun Shop on the price.

Donnie D

Brisk44 · 10-10-2012, 01:36 PM

A .44 mag. shooting .44 special ammo is easily handled by most; my youngest daughter can shoot them with anybody.

lead · 10-10-2012, 01:45 PM

For your price range, you should be able to find lots of choices. If there's a range near you that rents guns, try a few out, see what you like.
If I had that money, I'd be looking at good used models and could get 2, maybe even 3 pistols. But I tend to be a cheapskate.

aa1911 · 10-10-2012, 02:22 PM

This would be my first pick if you go .44 mag:

http://www.ruger.com/products/redhawk/index.html

1969SS396 · 10-10-2012, 02:55 PM

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Originally Posted by aa1911

This would be my first pick if you go .44 mag:

http://www.ruger.com/products/redhawk/index.html

I have that very model, absolutely love it.

carver · 10-10-2012, 03:09 PM

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Originally Posted by aa1911

This would be my first pick if you go .44 mag:

http://www.ruger.com/products/redhawk/index.html

Why not the 5.5", or the 4.2" lengts? I really like the 5.5" barrel. It's short enough for almost any aplication, and though the shorter sight radius limits distant shots, it will get the job done!

savage170 · 10-10-2012, 03:09 PM

I like the 45 ACP Revolvers for Home defense ammo is alot cheaper then 44 special with more factory loadings.

The 1917 is the one that got me hooked on 45 acp and the 325 is my carry gun

aa1911 · 10-10-2012, 03:16 PM

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Originally Posted by carver

Why not the 5.5", or the 4.2" lengts? I really like the 5.5" barrel. It's short enough for almost any aplication, and though the shorter sight radius limits distant shots, it will get the job done!

yeah, I would vote for the 5.5" also, I've never wanted the extremely long barrels. Even the 4" would be plenty adequate.

I just meant that flavor of gun, not necessarily that barrel.

My GP100 only has a 4" barrel but it's plenty for sure and balances nice. running rounds thru the chrony, even my little sp101 with a 3 1/8" barrel develops the same velocity as it's big brother.

01brian · 10-11-2012, 11:11 AM

I'm looking at picking up a Ruger 44 next month too. I just can't decide between the Redhawk and Blackhawk

Double D · 10-11-2012, 12:06 PM

I will take $475.00 for this super blackhawk 44mag 7.5 barrel shipped to your FFL. It has new Hogue grips and has only had a couple boxes of shells thru it. Its like new and comes with original grips and original box and paperwork.

gun runner · 10-12-2012, 11:21 AM

Thanks folks. Hey Double D, I bought a cheap .22 mag revolver for $230 total but Im still looking for a .44 mag

I wish I could get a picture of it on here but I would have to drive out to my sister's house and she isnt there now so I cant use their computer. Just picture a cheap Heritage .22mag/22lr

. Im on this crazy laptop.

Now Im going to start buying more revolvers. Atleast the .22 is made in Florida I believe and it shoots great. No fails or anything. Im still thinking about using the rest of the money for a .44 mag.

76Highboy · 10-12-2012, 11:44 AM

Hey Gunrunner, if I did not own a 44mag and was considering getting one for home defense I would be going for the one that Dan is posting. That revolver will point good, and I would recommend 44spl for home defense. That is a clean revolver with the grips you want. Man that's a clean gun.

76Highboy · 10-12-2012, 11:47 AM

Dan, later down the road I want to buy that same revolver with the 4 5/8" barrel. Those are awesome guns.

carver · 10-12-2012, 11:48 AM

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Originally Posted by 01brian

I'm looking at picking up a Ruger 44 next month too. I just can't decide between the Redhawk and Blackhawk

IMHO, the Blackhawk is the way to go. Not because it's cheaper, but because there is no way to get off that second shot any faster than with the single action, and still hit what you want to shoot. On the other hand, if it's to be a HD gun, then load it up with the .44 special, and the Redhawk wins in this application.

01brian · 10-12-2012, 12:17 PM

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Originally Posted by carver

IMHO, the Blackhawk is the way to go. Not because it's cheaper, but because there is no way to get off that second shot any faster than with the single action, and still hit what you want to shoot. On the other hand, if it's to be a HD gun, then load it up with the .44 special, and the Redhawk wins in this application.

Carver, Thank you for the input! It will be a backup for hunting/hiking in the rockies. I'm really leaning towards the blackhawk...but after handling a redhawk at the store I was conflicted. The redhawk was really nice too. I have a month to decide

gun runner · 10-12-2012, 12:40 PM

So these 44 mags can shoot 44 specials?

gun runner · 10-12-2012, 12:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Double D

I will take $475.00 for this super blackhawk 44mag 7.5 barrel shipped to your FFL. It has new Hogue grips and has only had a couple boxes of shells thru it. Its like new and comes with original grips and original box and paperwork.

They dont make .44 mags with shorter barrels?

01brian · 10-12-2012, 12:46 PM

Yup, the specials are shorter then the mags. Same diameter though.

gun runner · 10-12-2012, 12:52 PM

I wonder what kind of revolvers Doc Holliday and the Earps used in the 1800's?

carver · 10-12-2012, 02:51 PM

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Originally Posted by gun runner

I wonder what kind of revolvers Doc Holliday and the Earps used in the 1800's?

.36, .44, .45 caliber in hand guns. And yes, the .44 special will shoot in the .44 magnum. Both bullets are the same diameter, the 44 magnums are longer, so you can get more powder in them, and the longer case won't fit in the .44 speical revolvers. Just like .38, and .357 magnum.

76Highboy · 10-12-2012, 04:13 PM

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Originally Posted by gun runner

They dont make .44 mags with shorter barrels?

Here you go. This is on my wish list. It is part #KS-458N

http://ruger.com/products/newModelSu...rd/models.html

10-10-2012, 12:25 PM	#1
gun runner Former Guest Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: South Texas Contributor Posts: 1,871	Got some money. I want a revolver. $1300. I now am deciding to purchase a home defense revolver. Im thinking of going with a Ruger .44 mag What do you think? Any other suggestions? I could imagine it would have plenty of power. I had a smith and wesson model 5906 semi auto 9mm but I sold it 3 years ago. Im not going to get my CHL though. -->

10-10-2012, 12:35 PM	#3
aa1911 Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Pacific Northwest Posts: 3,110	Re: Got some money. I want a revolver. I would stay with either S&W or Ruger for a revolver. 44mag isn't a bad choice, I would prefer a .357 or .41 for most things though. But that's just me. personally, I think Ruger makes the strongest revolvers and the ones I have came with phenominal triggers and are deadly accurate. A GP100 with a 4 or 6" barrel is my favorite I think. __________________ "Loud noises don't end gunfights.... well placed shots do."

10-10-2012, 01:29 PM	#4
hunter29180 Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: in a motorhome where ever we park! Contributor Posts: 1,625	Re: Got some money. I want a revolver. heres a question to consiter..just who will be shooting this revolver? if you and only you then 44 mag is a good choice! BUT if the MISSUS may be called upon to use it for defense then maybe you need to rethink that one. It would be usless as a SD weapon if she either cant or is too intimaded to use it because its just too powerful for her! always chose the main SD weapon most suited to the least of the expected users! __________________ As I get Older, I have come to understand why our Founding Fathers chose our countrys motto to be "IN GOD WE TRUST", somehow they knew in the future WE would come to the point that WE COULD NO LONGER TRUST THE ONES WHO RUN IT!

10-10-2012, 01:30 PM	#5
Donnie D V.I.P. Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: NE North Carolina Posts: 325	Re: Got some money. I want a revolver. How about this. http://www.taurususa.com/product-det...egory=Revolver Check Bud's Gun Shop on the price. Donnie D

10-10-2012, 01:36 PM	#6
Brisk44 Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Iowa Contributor Posts: 1,747	Re: Got some money. I want a revolver. A .44 mag. shooting .44 special ammo is easily handled by most; my youngest daughter can shoot them with anybody.

10-10-2012, 01:45 PM	#7
lead Advanced Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Missouri Posts: 1,522	Re: Got some money. I want a revolver. For your price range, you should be able to find lots of choices. If there's a range near you that rents guns, try a few out, see what you like. If I had that money, I'd be looking at good used models and could get 2, maybe even 3 pistols. But I tend to be a cheapskate. __________________ The best things in life, are not things.

10-10-2012, 02:22 PM	#8
aa1911 Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Pacific Northwest Posts: 3,110	Re: Got some money. I want a revolver. This would be my first pick if you go .44 mag: http://www.ruger.com/products/redhawk/index.html __________________ "Loud noises don't end gunfights.... well placed shots do."

10-10-2012, 03:09 PM	#11
savage170 V.I.P. Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: FL Posts: 384	Re: Got some money. I want a revolver. I like the 45 ACP Revolvers for Home defense ammo is alot cheaper then 44 special with more factory loadings. The 1917 is the one that got me hooked on 45 acp and the 325 is my carry gun

10-11-2012, 11:11 AM	#13
01brian V.I.P. Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Colorado Posts: 331	Re: Got some money. I want a revolver. I'm looking at picking up a Ruger 44 next month too. I just can't decide between the Redhawk and Blackhawk

10-11-2012, 12:06 PM	#14
Double D TFF Moderator/Host Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: North Florida Contributor Posts: 8,052	Re: Got some money. I want a revolver. I will take $475.00 for this super blackhawk 44mag 7.5 barrel shipped to your FFL. It has new Hogue grips and has only had a couple boxes of shells thru it. Its like new and comes with original grips and original box and paperwork. Attached Images __________________ I own a bunch of scary guns. You want em? Come and take em..... Liberalism is a serious, non curable, mental disorder... NRA LIFE MEMBER Oath Keepers Member NRA Certified Instructor 30 Yr CC permit holder.

10-12-2012, 11:21 AM	#15
gun runner Former Guest Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: South Texas Contributor Posts: 1,871	Re: Got some money. I want a revolver. Thanks folks. Hey Double D, I bought a cheap .22 mag revolver for $230 total but Im still looking for a .44 mag I wish I could get a picture of it on here but I would have to drive out to my sister's house and she isnt there now so I cant use their computer. Just picture a cheap Heritage .22mag/22lr . Im on this crazy laptop. Now Im going to start buying more revolvers. Atleast the .22 is made in Florida I believe and it shoots great. No fails or anything. Im still thinking about using the rest of the money for a .44 mag. Last edited by gun runner; 10-12-2012 at 11:24 AM..

10-12-2012, 11:44 AM	#16
76Highboy Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Meridian, Idaho Contributor Posts: 6,922	Re: Got some money. I want a revolver. Hey Gunrunner, if I did not own a 44mag and was considering getting one for home defense I would be going for the one that Dan is posting. That revolver will point good, and I would recommend 44spl for home defense. That is a clean revolver with the grips you want. Man that's a clean gun.

10-12-2012, 11:47 AM	#17
76Highboy Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Meridian, Idaho Contributor Posts: 6,922	Re: Got some money. I want a revolver. Dan, later down the road I want to buy that same revolver with the 4 5/8" barrel. Those are awesome guns.

10-12-2012, 12:40 PM	#20
gun runner Former Guest Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: South Texas Contributor Posts: 1,871	Re: Got some money. I want a revolver. So these 44 mags can shoot 44 specials?

10-12-2012, 12:46 PM	#22
01brian V.I.P. Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Colorado Posts: 331	Re: Got some money. I want a revolver. Yup, the specials are shorter then the mags. Same diameter though.

10-12-2012, 12:52 PM	#23
gun runner Former Guest Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: South Texas Contributor Posts: 1,871	Re: Got some money. I want a revolver. I wonder what kind of revolvers Doc Holliday and the Earps used in the 1800's?