[Don35745]

This is my first time posting, I am trying to decide between 3 firearms and decided to come to the community for help the first is a new production s&w model 10, a blued taurus 82 or a blued taurus 65. The reason I am looking at these three is that I want a backs traditional revolver. Any input would be appreciated. Thank You

 

[darbo]

Hi.

Since I'm spending your money I say buy all 3! That was easy! I don't know much about revolvers but there are folks here that are very knowledgeable and they will be along to help spend your money more wisely than I. Good luck with your decision.

 

[Harry]

I would go with the Smith model 10. A classic.

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[kruizer]

Truth be told, I would buy all three if the prices were right.

 

[Bellows1]

I would go with the Smith model 10. A classic.

https://goo.gl/images/gBeQEZ

I'd go with Harry on this one. Older (even newer) Smiths are great guns.

 

[Qwiks draw]

If the checklists are followed in what to look for prior to buying one cannot get into trouble.
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I would try all of these and see which one fits you and your needs. Do you need .357 magnum capability or not? Just something to consider. If not then either the S&W 10 or the Taurus 82 would work.

I do have a Taurus stainless steel 82 and find it to be a fine revolver. +P 158gr. LSWCHPs, 135gr., +P Gold Dots, or +P 125 gr. rounds will work for defense. If you do not need +P rounds then there are some standard pressure rounds that work well.

 

[Echo40]

Of those 3, I would choose the 65 for the ability to use .357 Magnum, should the need ever arise.

 

[bobbojama]

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[Qwiks draw]

Where are my manners? Welcome aboard.

 

[taurustoter]

Of those 3, I would choose the 65 for the ability to use .357 Magnum, should the need ever arise.

I'm with you on this one.

 

[JimmyA]

Welcome aboard from Central FL
The Model 10 Smith

 

[RedOilMan]

Welcome from Michigan! Between those 3 I like the Taurus 65. If you can find a gun store that has all 3, hold them and see what feels good.

 

[bigC]

Personally I like the 65.

Welcome to the forum from Northern Oklahoma.

 

[Don35745]

Ok I'm most likely leaning towards the blued 65. Can anyone tell me how popular the blued 65 is ?

 

[misPhyr]

Welcome aboard! Get the one that feels right and is pleasing to your eye.

 

[palabman]

I'd go with the Model 10. I have 2 older police trade ins and they are great revolvers. The new finish on the Taurus revolvers is a deal breaker for me. If you want Taurus go with stainless.

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[WooD]

I'd definitely go with the S&W model 10. I have the stainless version in 3". Same gun except it's stainless and is a model 64.

 

[olddog59]

I agree with the others on the 65. If you don't get the 357 you will wish you had just for the time you may need something a little larger.

 

[jtg452]

This is my first time posting, I am trying to decide between 3 firearms and decided to come to the community for help the first is a new production s&w model 10, a blued taurus 82 or a blued taurus 65. The reason I am looking at these three is that I want a backs traditional revolver. Any input would be appreciated. Thank You

As resident gun shui advisor (based on my reading a Wiki page on fung shui without laughing out loud and checking the spelling of "shui" with Webster's online dictionary- twice), it is my professional opinion that for the best shooting chi and the most harmonious balance to your gun safe karma it would be most advantageous for you to buy all 3.

Seriously, you can't go wrong with any one of the 3. The Smith will hold value better but that's the biggest difference.

 

[GhostHorse]

The reason I am looking at these three is that I want a backs traditional revolver.

What do you want it for? Concealed carry? Nightstand? Target practice? Distracting barracudas with the shiny thing while you steal their stamp collection? I don't see the value of opinions without knowing that.