I love 357mag do you?

[mudstud]

I have no real reason for starting this post other than wanting to here about what 357's you are in love with.  I will start I love my Dan Wesson 15-2 and my model 85 Taurus. And I have been in love with that sexy little LCR but I have never got past first base with her.

[xd shooter]

I love the fact that with my Marlin 1894 in 357 mag I practically can't miss a target at 100 yards with iron sights, standing up, off hand ! 

 

It it is my FAVORITE gun to shoot. 

[musicman]

I too love the 357.  Out of either a Smith 19 (wifes gun) or my Marlin 1894, it's one of the most versatile handgun calibers around.  Once you reload, the possibilities are endless.  Same can be said for 44.  It's a lot of fun to shoot powderpuffs back to back with stout magnum loads in the same cylinder!

[mudstud]

Ooooo 357's with lever's !!!! 

[Scorpion Equalizer]

I just recently purchased S&W hammerless model 649 for pocket carry.

[Wingshooter]

Um... Shouldn't there be some pictures in this thread by now?? 

 

I love my S&W model 13-3 

I have the original grips too, but I like shooting it with these.

Edited August 3, 2016 by Wingshooter

[Preacher357]

Just look at my icon.  My Talo 686+ 3" is my favorite gun.  

[gr8smiles]

Ok, I'll play....

Smith and Wesson pre-27s

SW 27-2

More 27-2s

1965 Colt Python

1963 Colt Python

Colt Lawmen in e-nickel

Consecutive Serial Numbered SW 27-2s with presentation box, and all other goodies including original shipping boxes

[MacGyver]

I may have just said some bad words under my breath...

[gr8smiles]

And a few more for fun....

SW 686

Colt Python Snubs

SW Pre 27 Nickel snubs....two of my rarest pieces

Another SW

SW 19-3 nickel snub

SW 27-2 nickel

SW 19-2 snub

[Patton]

I have several, but this one is my favorite. Pre lock model 60

[JohnC]

The only .357 Mag I own right here... Ruger Security Six.

Edited August 2, 2016 by JohnC

[94user]

I only have one but it's a good one.    1963 19-2

 

[leroy]

Gr8....

It's time to appoint you the curator and resident authority on the great model 27 smith.. You have the greatest collection of em ive ever seen anywhere brother... They are my favorite "N" frame smith... They were built with more attention to detail and pride in craftsmanship than any of the other smiths; and that's a pretty tall accomplishment... They are all beautiful... Thanks for takin the time to post photos of these beautiful pieces of history and genuine proven "birth certificate revocation tools"...

With great awe and admiration,

leroy

[jhc77]

S&W 686 no dash L-frame. This reminds me that this needs a range trip shortly and a new photo.

[gary_boom]

I have had an IMI timberwolf for years and would like to get lever action sometime.

[KaNaPaPi]

I'm at work, so can't post pictures.  I also confess my love for the 357.  I have a 3" Ruger SP101.  I also have the Henry Big Boy "Steel" in 357.

[Mark A]

10 hours ago, gr8smiles said:

Ok, I'll play....

Smith and Wesson pre-27s

SW 27-2

More 27-2s

1965 Colt Python

1963 Colt Python

Colt Lawmen in e-nickel

Consecutive Serial Numbered SW 27-2s with presentation box, and all other goodies including original shipping boxes

All that and he's pretty good with teeth as well...

[Mark A]

I'm seriously thinking about adding a 357 mag revolver to my modest collection. What got me started down the road was this: Ruger series 77

I'm thinking I could develop loads from mild to wild and with detachable mags I could keep a couple different things loaded up. I'm even wondering about threading the barrel and developing a heavy subsonic load. Being bolt action it should be really quiet and I think having something really quiet I can shoot 50-75 yards would be nice when we move to the farm.

mark

[musicman]

 

[Ugly]

Fantastic caliber! Unfortunately the 686 had the barrel replaced and has the large lettering, but then again, it's a fresh barrel :). 

Edited August 2, 2016 by Ugly

[gregintenn]

I was going to post a pic or two until I saw gr8smiles collection......then I just put mine away.

Those are some awesome pieces!

[Trekbike]

I was going to post a pic or two until I saw gr8smiles collection......then I just put mine away.

I know what you mean. And don't forget he sold quite a few of them a while back and he still has an unbelievable collection.

[mudstud]

Cakes and pie's cakes and pie's cakes and pie's. I had one hell of a day this just blew all that away!

[Jeb48]

My only current .357 is a Marlin Model 1894 Lever Action Carbine, manufactured in 1981 (love it). I plan to add a revolver to go with it, maybe this thread will help me to decide what. I'm thinking double action with 6" barrel in stainless like the Ruger Security 6 but I'm still shopping.