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December 21st, 2014, 03:55 PM #1
Opinions please on which revolver?
Here's my dilemma: I've got a S&W hand ejector 38 spl. (5 screw, 4 inch barrel) that dates from 1928. It's in 98 % condition. I love it, it shoots like a laser for me. I have the opportunity to buy a pre-owned Ruger Alaskan 454, which is a rare bird in itself. I've really wanted one of these for a LONG time. The catch: the only way I can acquire the Alaskan is if I trade the S&W. (That's the situation, and no, I cannot buy the Alaskan AND keep the Smith---if only it were a perfect world).
Question: should I keep the S&W, or trade it for the Alaskan 454?? Neither of these guns (in this condition) are common. Mind you I already have a Ruger SBH in 44 mag (3.75 inch barrel).
Any opinions would be greatly appreciated. What would you do?
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December 21st, 2014, 04:02 PM #2
Re: Opinions please on which revolver?
I've seen Alaskans at lgs in the last year. Can't say that for a Smith like that. Just saying :-)
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December 21st, 2014, 04:03 PM #3
Re: Opinions please on which revolver?
Do you have any other guns? A 38 is much easier and cheaper gun to shoot over a 454.
I have a ruger 454 which comes out on rare occasions.troll Free. It's all in your mind.
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December 21st, 2014, 04:05 PM #4
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December 21st, 2014, 04:09 PM #5Active Member
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Re: Opinions please on which revolver?
I would hang on to the classic S&W, myself.
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December 21st, 2014, 04:30 PM #6
Re: Opinions please on which revolver?
guess I'm with the majority. the 5 screw isn't something you're going to find for sale every day.
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December 21st, 2014, 04:39 PM #7
Re: Opinions please on which revolver?
I too, really like the Alaskan 454 - but mainly for kicks and giggles - I doubt that you would really shoot it all that much. The 38 is much more friendly, and is a keeper in it's own right.
Cb
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December 21st, 2014, 04:40 PM #8
Re: Opinions please on which revolver?
How about keeping the S&W and trading the SBH which is fairly common in exchange for the Alaskan?
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December 21st, 2014, 05:32 PM #9Super Member
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Re: Opinions please on which revolver?
Keep the Smith!
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December 21st, 2014, 05:49 PM #10
Re: Opinions please on which revolver?
I would keep the Smith and save for the next chance at the Alaskan.
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