S&W 642 VS S&W 686

[Hazcat]

http://www.taurus-handguns.com/item/9832_Taurus_Hand_Guns_Pistols_TAU_650CIA_357MAG_2_FS_DA.aspx

[Walter45Auto]

Hi PegLeg45:

I was looking over you post again.  It looks to me that if you were in my situation, you would either go with the Taurus 617, the model 817 Ultra Lite, or the standard Model 85.  If you had to pick from the three, which one would you pick.  If you would please give you reasons why you would pick one over another.

Thank you and I hope to hear from you soon,

David

I have a Taurus 617, and I gotta tell you I'm a HUGE fan of it. If I didnt have to tuck my shirt in at work, I'd STILL be carrying it everyday. 7 shots of .357 Magnum, which means you can shoot .38 Special rounds in it, or use .357 Magnums if you want even more power; 2 inch barrel and fairly compact grips to lend well to concealability. This gun absolutely disappears when carried in my waistband with a t-shirt over it. Taurus makes a bobbed hammer version of the 617. It has the external hammer but the spur is cut off, and the hammer itself is ground flush with the back of the frame for a smooth profile. If you want the hammerless 5 shot 357, the model 650 is the one you want. My personal preference is the 651, 357 with the shrouded hammer so it's no snag, but you can still cock the hammer and fire single action. I dont have a 651 yet, but I hope to get one soon.

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Side note. There used to be a member of my church who was in a wheelchair from Spina Bifida, and he  carried a Smith & Wesson 629 in .44 Magnum. He told me he carried it by just simply sitting on it.

[david86440]

This topic was started 6 months ago and you still don't have a gun David? Just buy something and try it. Having something, anything is more important than having nothing at all. Once you purchase a gun and carry it for a while you will realize what works for you and what doesn't. No amount of advice from any of use is as useful as real world experience.

I have found in my case that no single firearm can fill all my needs and I carry what works for me depending on the situation. I first thought it would be great to carry a GP100 .357, but that was too much gun to carry so I changed to a 9mm, then moved up to a 1911 .45 thinking that would be the ticket, then I down sized to a Walther .380 PPK/s, then I decided I felt more comfortable with a .357 but wanted something lighter than the GP100 so I'm now  back to carrying a 13 oz M&P 340.  I also have a NAA 22LR for those times that don't allow something else to be concealed.

I hope you are able to find something that suits your needs and I wish you all the best.

Hi Everyone:

I still have not decided on a CCW gun/weapon.  I like the Taurus 617 because it holds seven(7) rounds and is chambered in .357.  On the other hand, I like the Taurus 850 because it is hammerless.  The only drawback is it is chambered in .38 only, as far as I know.  Does anyone know if Taurus has a hammerless version of the 617?

Thank you and I hope to hear from you soon,

David
 

[L.E. Keeney]

How about one of those older beretta 380s that had the tip up bbl and could be carried cocked and locked? The tip up bbl would nullify the need to have to pull back the slide to jack a round into the chamber and it has 7+1 rounds in the gun.

I know they no longer make this model but there have to be lots of them in the used gun market. I knew a guy with very bad arthritis who could handle this particular model quite easily but couldnt pull the double action trigger of any revolver.

[dsawi52695]

Hi Everyone:

I was looking on the Taurus USA Web Site and I saw that the 617 has been discontinued.  I also contacted a local dealer to get a price on the 617.  This dealer has been in business for years told me that they no longer carry the Taurus line of firearms due to the numerous quality and warranty issues associated with them. 

I have seen on other web sites where other people have said they have owned the Taurus 617 and would not own another one.  Having said that, is this something that I should be concerned with before making my purchase?  If so, which brand or model should I look at next?  Keeping in mind I would like to stay within the same price if possible.  I might also be interested in something with a longer barrel (to help with recoil) and hammerless.

Your thoughts and opinions would be appreciated.  Thank you again for your time, consideration, and cooperation. I hope to hear from you soon,

David

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[tombogan03884]

 You can find a good used S&W model 13 or 19 .357 in the same price range or a little less.

[ericire12]

Old Charter Arms snubbies can be had for about $150-$200. They are not as refined as Smith wheel guns, but they are dependable enough to bet your life on.

[dsawi52695]

Old Charter Arms snubbies can be had for about $150-$200. They are not as refined as Smith wheel guns, but they are dependable enough to bet your life on.

Hi ericire12:


Thank you for the information.  Which old or new Charter Arms model or any other model for that matter, would you suggest?  Do you carry a revolver?

Thank you again and I hope to hear from you soon,

David

[Timothy]

http://www.charterfirearms.com/products/Charter_Undercover_13811.html

Should be able find this new for about 300-325.....

I'd buy one if I could, sitting I would consider a crossdraw, shoulder rig or a fanny pack sitting in your lap....just gotta practice and watch the muzzle and try not to cross your body or hands when you draw.  It's gonna take practice, more than if you were upright and mobile...

[Hazcat]

MB has the 44 bulldog and likes it.