WTB .44 Magnum 3" Revolver

thegatman · Jul 19, 2019

Buy a nice Ruger Alaskan in 44 mag. Or go big and get it in 454 Casull.

JaguarJaguarGolf · Jul 19, 2019

I had a "3 Taurus 5 shot .44 magnum. It was painful to shoot as a magnum so I traded it towards something else. Why "3 ? Do you have difficulty clearing a draw?
I have a 3" 686+ that I am very happy with. I've had several wrist and an elbow surgery so I have had some difficulty clearing a draw with 4 & 5 inch barrels. That last little bit just seems to catch. I only buy low and mid ride holsters now.

kev74 · Jul 19, 2019

Do it. Do it.

I bought this last month (maybe 2 months ago??) and love it!

4 inch barrel. And no, I'm not selling it!

kev74 · Jul 20, 2019

Gonzobird said:
@kev74 you have anything you can take a picture of that next to for size comparison? Say like a .38 or an autoloader?

When I get home from work later I'll take some pics.

repete · Jul 20, 2019

Damn, a 44 with a 3", do you also like to be spanked? No, I'm not offering!

Mk44 · Jul 20, 2019

I'm selling a S&W 629 with 3" barrel.
but it looks like we live far apart.
(Long island)

Celt · Jul 20, 2019

I have the Ruger Super Red Hawk Alaskan in 44 and I like it alot. Its fun to shoot with the Buffalo Bore 340gr loads.

S&W Fan · Jul 20, 2019

Gonzobird said:
Hey all.

My birthday is on Monday. I talked myself into a .44 or .41 Magnum revolver. I now it is big but they have been calling to me.

Before I go off and order one I figure I would see if anyone has anything they want to get rid of.

So anyone have any interesting.44 Magnum 3" Revolvers?

No shit, my birthday is on Monday too. 7/22/62. A nice 3” .44 is an excellent choice to get yourself for a B-day gift.

kev74 · Jul 20, 2019

Gonzobird said:
@kev74 you have anything you can take a picture of that next to for size comparison? Say like a .38 or an autoloader?

S&W Model 29 (bottom) with Model 10 K frame 38 spl. (right) and Model 36 J frame (left).

With 1911.

With M&P 9mm (full size, not Shield).

S&W Fan · Jul 20, 2019

A 3” .44 has always been on my list to eventually get. I have everything around it . 4” , 5”,6” ,6.5” & 6 7/8” .I’m Not sure why I haven’t picked up the 3” gun yet .

kev74 · Jul 20, 2019

S&W Fan said:
A 3” .44 has always been on my list to eventually get. I have everything around it . 4” , 5”,6” ,6.5” & 6 7/8” .I’m Not sure why I haven’t picked up the 3” gun yet .

'Cause the 4 inch (& 5 inch) looks just right.

Tinman · Jul 20, 2019

Not for sale but how about a S&W Combat Magnum?

Mr. terzmo · Jul 20, 2019

I have a taurus 357..6 shot..snubby I carry on my ankle comfortably. I like the 44 mag but , speaking for myself, unless your wear hearing protection in the field,it will ring the hell out of your ears. Wearing ear protection when hunting sort of puts the odds against one. I shot one and after 3 rounds my ears rang for 3 days.

tirwin1 · Jul 20, 2019

S&W Fan said:
No shit, my birthday is on Monday too. 7/22/62. A nice 3” .44 is an excellent choice to get yourself for a B-day gift.

Excellent choice of birthday. Mine is also 7/22. Happy birthday!

S&W Fan · Jul 20, 2019

Tinman said:
Not for sale but how about a S&W Combat Magnum?

Nice model 69. Love the L frame guns. How are you liking it?

S&W Fan · Jul 20, 2019

Gonzobird said:
What would that get me? Are those barrels sleeved as well?

Yes, they are the 2 piece sleeved barrels.

S&W Fan · Jul 20, 2019

tirwin1 said:
Excellent choice of birthday. Mine is also 7/22. Happy birthday!

I didn’t exactly choose it but thanks. Happy birthday back at ya.

Tinman · Jul 21, 2019

Great shooting. Also decent to carry. Has a pretty good kick with the magnum round.

Tinman · Jul 21, 2019

Gonzobird said:
What would that get me? Are those barrels sleeved as well?

It is sleeved. You said you were looking for a 44 mag. With a 3” barrel.

Packman297 · Jul 22, 2019

I like mine. Comfortable to carry and comforting in the woods...

BDinPutnam · Jul 23, 2019

Gonzobird said:
Went and ordered the 629 3" Delux today. Post pics when it comes in on Wednesday most likely.

Can't wait to go break it in(or my hand)!

Might I suggest using it in the monthly challenge to level the playing field with us lesser mortals?

Congrats on the purchase.

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