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I've always been an ardent fan of the 1911, but in the grand scheme of things, only one handgun has ever stolen my heart. I simply cannot imagine not having one close by. At the same time, this particular example isn't my favorite. That would have to be one of the 1960s versions with the beautiful bluing S&W was famous for back when this pistol came with a wooden box, screw driver and barrel swab.

The 29 trumps them all in my opinion. But it's just an opinion. Still, having owned several Pythons, I give the edge to S&W.

I own a pocketable 380, a Ruger 22 and a S&W 686 in 357. The 357 is the only one I really like.

I own an embarrassing number of handguns, but the N-frames are my favorite.

Owned a bunch of Ks over the years, but the Ns always seemed like they were built for business.

Dan

I've got more N-frames than any other handgun so I wouldn't argue. A four inch 29 or 57 might be my favorite revolver!

That said, I picked up a four inch 586 "sock drawer special" (not shot, carried or cleaned much) that may be MY favorite 357.

I'm not a snob, but many years ago I simply did away with all my .357 stuff. I have one .38 snub and a couple 9mms, but everything else that isn't a .22lr starts with .4 and goes up from there. Back when I used to ride around in a squad car, the .357 ruled the roost and I carried various makes and models, but when those days were over, the guns sort of ended up moving on while the larger bores kept my interest. I didn't need the .44 Magnum loads and truth be told, I seldom shoot them. I just like loading up a few hundred and launching them.

It has to be a Colt SAA. I have always loved the look of them from the time I was a kid. After I held my first one, I knew I had to own one. Dozens of SAA's later I have seven now, how many more in the future, I don't know...

Well guys - - this is an edited version.

1. Give me an F in failing to give my FAVORITE OF ALL TIME.

2. In 44s - My preference is the Ruger Redhawk/Super R. -- Only because the top strap is THICKER. I can't tell if has a harder treatment or not.

3. IF you're going to shoot a 44 A LOT, there will be cutting on the underside of the top strap. The Reds & Super Rs at least have a thicker top strap and it'll take longer to see a possible problem. One more thing, I don't want ANY LONGER than 7 1/2' blls on them.

**** I've had many varied 44s and liked them all. ****

I never owned a Python but always wanted one.

Skeeter turned me toward the 27s and for very good reasons.

However MY fav is the 19 SS w/Rubber (or whatever it's no. designation). Can't help myself.
This is for every day carry & shoot when necessary.

My fav for concealed carry & personal defense is 6906.

**** I CAN NOT pick 1 as my all time favorite, Sorry.****

Y'all have a GOOD day.
Jerry

4" N-Frame for me as well.

Although, a five shooter L Frame in .44 Special is nippin' on the heels.


Travis

Love those SAAs too. Owned a few of them. Still have a Cimarron .44 Special that keeps me company when I'm typing away on a new western.

Blackhawks for me.

While not a gunwriter... I would have to ask, For What.

In different venues I have different favorites.


Can�t name just one.


Guess that is why I�m not a Gun Writer� That and the fact I can�t write, Sorry

Snake

I still love you snake.


Travis

Tough for me to pick one from what I own but my Bowen Nimrod 500 L and Harton 41 Special Single Six are two that come to mind. They are just plain fun to shoot. For a close to factory piece it would be my 5" N-frame 44 Mag and 45 Colt.

Mine is a certain 1957 6" 4-screw M17.

S&W 629 6" - just like the one in your picture.

Hotload

Actually, the photo is a nickled 29-2, but I can't fault your choice.

Dan

I would have to point to the stainless steel 5-1/2" barreled version of the Super Blackhawk as my favorite. It just looks and feels "right."

Among DA revolvers, 5-1/2" barreled Redhawk or possibly an 8" barreled Python. Different niches, hard to compare. Semi-autos ... Kimber Pro-Carry II stainless steel. .22s ... Ruger Mk II 10" for semi-auto and Single six 4-5/8" for SA revolvers, 6" K frame for DA.