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To compare prices on these two I will use both MSRP and the retail price listed for both at KYGUNCO. Ruger GP100 MSRP is $929. Retail is $674. ($725 for the stainless model) S&W 686 MSRP is $999. Retail is $807. If comparing like-for-like as in the stainless models the difference in price is negligible. Fit and Finish.
For primarily a home defense and range gun, I recommend the 4.2" GP100. It's easier to be accurate and gives you a little extra velocity especially if you going to shoot 38 spl. I've got 4.2" and 5" Gp100s. I'd consider the 5" Lipsey's half lug GP100 as it weighs a couple ounces less than the 4.2" (40 oz) full lug GP.
10153 posts · Joined 2009. #15 · Mar 19, 2019. I am glad to hear some of you guys are doing great with the GP100 7 shot .357 I think that some of the early 7 shot GP100's did have problem's but they still probably will work fine if they stay with in certain brands of ammo. But as Iowegan stated it was a design flaw.
You can shoot these with no problem: .38 S&W Special. .38 Special +P. .38 Special +P+. .357 Magnum. .38 S&W Special is the official name of good old .38 Special. DO NOT confuse it with .38 S&W. .38 S&W will not fit in the chambers of your .357 GP100. If you REALLY wanted to you can shoot these: .38 Short Colt.
My 4" Redhawk 44 mag has the smoothest trigger of any gun I have. It may be overkill for a lot of uses. The GP100 is such a great all around gun as well. From what you said about yourself (reloader, not bothered by recoil, etc.), I would get the Redhawk now and the GP100 later (but I surely would get it).
Clements Custom will bore a GP-100 to fit a .41 special, but it may be that the cylinder is not long enough for the .41 mag. They also do a 10mm (.40 cal) conversion that is not too far behind the .41, depending on how big the critters are on your trail. Seems to me the GP100 is strong enough for .44 magnum.
GP100 is a great firearm and .357 magnum is a great caliber. Good luck - keep shooting. Ruger : GP100 (x2), Single Six (x2), Security Six, LCR, Security 9C ; Smith & Wesson : Mod-32 Terrier ; Colt/Remington Rand : m1911 A1 ; North American Arms : mini .22LR ; Mossberg 500 ; Winchester : Model 67, Model 94 ; Waffenfabrik Bern : m78 Vetterli
If read two opinions regarding shooting .38 special in a gun (GP100) chambered for .357 magnum. Some say to only do it sparingly b/c the gun can become "damaged" over extended use, while others say its fine to squeeze off a few thousand rounds and it will last forever. Many of you actually shoot 38 Special through your GP100's, so I was hoping ...
Yes to .38 Special +P+. Right from the GP100 Owners Manuals (page 11): "RUGER® GP100® revolvers will chamber the .357 Magnum, .38 Special +P, .38 Special +P+, and the .38 Special cartridge. Ruger revolvers are designed for use with cartridges of the correct caliber which are manufactured in accordance with the U.S. Industry Standards."
This is an edgier take on the GP100. Since I squared off the muzzle the barrel length is actually a hair under 3" (2 15/16"). Chambered in 357 Magnum with standard adjustable sights allowing for all kinds of sight options. A trio of Ruger DAs - SP101 in 38 Special, Alaskan 44 Mag and GP100 357 Mag. All have Badger Boot Grips and same bead ...