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| At current market values, the Python. Then I would sell it, buy a S&W 686 and pocket the extra $1500 or whatever. If they were worth the same, then the S&W 686. More everything available for those. |
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| The Colts are a little prettier, but the S&W actions are more durable in my experience. If the guns were worth the same money, the S&W would be the better pick to me. |
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| If I was buying one just to shoot, not worried about the value, it would be the 686.
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| 686 for me too.
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| I prefer the 586 cause it is not too flashy and have it Colt are more if an investment but that is for younger folk. |
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| It would definitely be the 686. The Smith can be a range toy, a BBQ gun, or carried for self defense. There is decent after-market support, and I wouldn’t worry about scuffing it up. Plus, I would imaging it is easier to find a gunsmith who can work on the 686 then it is to find someone who can work on the Python.
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| I generally like the mid to shorter barrels, unless dedicated hunting revolvers. The 4” barrel is about ideal.
I did just buy a 6” S&W Model 57 in 41 Mag though. It was local & the price was right. |
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| I've always wanted a Python so I would choose the Python. |
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| quote: Originally posted by APSAbner: At current market values, the Python. Then I would sell it, buy a S&W 686 and pocket the extra $1500 or whatever.
My thoughts exactly. Also, this... no bueno.
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| ^Yeah I’d take the McCormick too if it could fit it in my pocket.^ I kind of figured most people would take to Smith And Wesson. In my own scenario I would too. I just don’t think anything about the Pythons justify their current value. I find it interesting how most of us would pick the 686 if they were the same price yet so many people keep on paying the big bucks for the Pythons.
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| Python, I simply think having a Colt is cooler than a Smith. I've always wanted a Trooper MkV.
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