Ii don't think I'd trade a S&W I liked for a Ruger unless you were planning to do a lot more, heavy load shooting than most will ever do. I have a redhawk that was my first .44. I can't say much bad about it. I've made some great shots I shouldn't have taken with it; mbut I just don't like how it feels / handles as much as some of others.
I think it all boils down to your anticipated use.
O.s. I too was puzzled that the ruger gp 100 was only in special while the Smith was magnumm.
Last edited by Rangersedge; 05/20/23.
