Budget .357

[Marlin7]

Thinking of adding a wheelgun to my meager collection of a 9mm & a .22LR rifle.

Other than Rossi or the EAA Windacator what other .357s are out there around $350 to $400. At least a 4 inch barrel not into the snubbies. Don't care if it is blued or stainless.

 

[cwillour]

For $400, you should be able to find a used GP100 in good/VG condition. I have a little more than that into the stainless 4" half-lug I picked up a few months back.

 

[ModernGunner]

Well, you didn't specify new or used, blued or stainless, etc.

I think you can also pick up a new Taurus 4" .357 for under $400, blued.

 

[Harley46982]

Would a single action work? something like a Blackhawk?

 

[mrjarrell]

I've been very happy with my Taurus .357 wheelgun for a whole lot of years. I don't hesitate to recommend them.
Revolvers - Taurus International

 

[ru44mag]

Taurus Model 65, 4 inch blued. Not the best, but very good "budget revolver" I've had one for probably 15 years or more. Never a problem. Like my GP100 better, but still a very good gun.

 

[Mgderf]

go here and look for the "blemished" guns.
You'd be surprised what you'll find, for a really reasonable price, and most of the time the "blemishes" are very hard to find. They also carry the factory warranties.

This place also has used guns for sale, and even a "make us an offer" option.

Guns For Sale Online - Kentucky Gun Co.

 

[IndyGlockMan]

A good used Ruger SP101 is probably your best bet and right in that price range.
If you need to stay on the lower end of the scale, go with a Taurus.
I have a stainless 6" Taurus 357 and it's never failed to impress.

 

[Leo]

I'll second looking around for a deal on a Ruger GP-100.

Last I looked, Applied Ballistics had some police trade in Stainless S&W .357's for that kind of money. Not safe queens, but good solid shooters. My friend picked up a .38 spl heavy barrel, and it shoots great.

 

[sliptap]

I don't think you can go wrong with any of the suggestions so far in this thread. I have a little experience with Ruger and Taurus .357s; nothing but good experiences on my end.

Personally, I've always liked the GP-100. I'm sure I'll own one some day...

 

[indiucky]

Smith and Wesson model 13's can show up under $400 if you are patient...They don't have the Ruger "tank" factor but they are solid guns.....

 

[Tater36]

I've never had issues with taurus revolvers... you can find them in that budget.

 

[Indy_Guy_77]

Me, I'd rather have a Taurus revolver than a Rossi.

And I'd NOT have a Windicator.

If you hunt enough, you may be able to find a used GP100 in your budget. I'd take one of those over a Taurus any day. Can probably even find a good used S&W for $400 given the right circumstances.

Chances are better that the $400 Taurus will be in a lot better shape than the Ruger, and the Ruger in better shape than the S&W.

 

[Redacted]

The only thing I would worry about Taurus is their customer service. I've heard hit and miss stories with them.

 

[88E30M50]

You could always go this direction for a brand new gun: Heritage Rough Rider Big Bore 357 4.75". I have no experience with their big bore pistols, but have had a lot of fun with their .22lr versions.

 

[other dave]

Thinking of adding a wheelgun to my meager collection of a 9mm & a .22LR rifle.

Other than Rossi or the EAA Windacator what other .357s are out there around $350 to $400. At least a 4 inch barrel not into the snubbies. Don't care if it is blued or stainless.

The Windicator is the Jiminez of the revolver world. Run away screaming!

 

[Hawkeye]

Zastava M 83? .357, 4 " barrel blued. Cabelas has them lsited for $399/$319 on sale.

 

[wabashman]

Can't go wrong with a Ruger....

 

[ChalupaCabras]

$250 to $300 will score you an Astra S&W copy in great shape on Gun Broker.

Lest you scoff, these were the same people who produced the FN Baracuda. Nice revolvers all around.

 

[ru44mag]

Zastava M 83? .357, 4 " barrel blued. Cabelas has them lsited for $399/$319 on sale.

Sounded interesting. Found a forum...started reading...lost interest. "1911.com" I think it was.