WTB .44 Magnum 3" Revolver

[Gonzobird]

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?

 

[thegatman]

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

 

[JaguarJaguarGolf]

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.

 

[Gonzobird]

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.

3" for better concealability. It is NYS after all.

 

[kev74]

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!

 

[Gonzobird]

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

 

[kev74]

@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]

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

 

[Gonzobird]

Doesn't everyone like to be spanked every now and then...


Wait did i just say that?

 

[Mk44]

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

 

[Gonzobird]

How far is far? Pics? Price?

 

[Celt]

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]

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]

@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]

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]

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]

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

 

[Mr. terzmo]

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]

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!

 

[Gonzobird]

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

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

 

[S&W Fan]

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]

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

Yes, they are the 2 piece sleeved barrels.

 

[S&W Fan]

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]

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

 

[Tinman]

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.

 

[Gonzobird]

@Tinman

I checked it out last night online. It looks like a great shooter and carry gun. A little less expensive than a 629 as well. It only has five rounds but that doesn't really matter to me. Gives me something to think about. Thanks for the suggestion.

 

[Gonzobird]

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)!

 

[Packman297]

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

 

[BDinPutnam]

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.

 

[Gonzobird]

Haha. You just need to go shoot more!