Revolvers built for self-defense are chambered in a wide variety of calibers. From mousey 22 LR and 22 Magnum rimfire (pass on these puny calibers) and oddball calibers like 327 Federal Magnum on up to the old standbys, 38 Special, and 357 Magnum.
.357 Magnum
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Rossi RP63 Review: Meet Your New EDC Revolver
BY Robert Sadowski Updated: August 27, 2024The Rossi RP63 357 Magnum revolver checks all the boxes for an EDC gun: Large sights, good trigger, comfortable grip even when shooting 357 Magnum ammo, 6-round capacity, and light weight at 27 ounce so it is easy to carry.
Custom Colt Pythons From Empire! — NRA 2024
BY Larry Z Updated: May 25, 2024They’re not just slapping on a new coat of paint; they’re adding custom rails, muzzle brakes, and unique grips to these iconic revolvers.
Colt’s Backcountry Bear Guns: Grizzly & Kodiak — NRA 2024
BY Larry Z Updated: May 25, 2024At NRAAM 2024, Colt’s Manufacturing Company dropped two new revolvers that promise a wild ride.
Colt’s Sleek New Viper — NRA 2024
BY Larry Z Updated: May 19, 2024The Colt Viper comes in two barrel lengths, 3-inch and 4.25-inch, both boasting a new half-lug design.
Colt Introduces New Barrel Lengths to Its Iconic Python Line
BY News Wire Updated: April 23, 2024Colt’s Manufacturing Company LLC proudly announces the expansion of its renowned Python line with the introduction of 2.5” and 5” stainless-steel models.
‘Heroic’ 85-Year-Old Woman Takes Down Home Invader with Her .357
BY Kimber Pearce Updated: April 18, 2024Investigators say her home was chosen because Condon knew she would not be able to get help. He intended to prey on the fact that she was old and alone to steal from and potentially murder her.
Point Of Impact: Why 38 Special Is Different Than 357 Magnum?
BY Robert Sadowski Updated: April 7, 2024We all know that different brands of ammunition and different bullet weights each have a different POI (Point Of Impact). Even when using the same POA (Point Of Aim) out of the same gun.
S&W Model 66 Combat Magnum: Benchmark In 357 Magnum Carry
BY Robert Sadowski Updated: November 4, 2023The Model 66-8 Combat Magnum lives up to the K-frame’s reputation. In my opinion, a .357 magnum is a good choice for self-defense, and I’d prefer to carry the .357 Magnum in a revolver like the S&W Model 66 Combat Magnum.
Rossi Revolvers Re-Launched! New .357 Magnum RM66 and RP63 Debuted — SHOT Show 2023
BY Mitchell Graf Updated: January 23, 2023Similar to the RM66, the RP63 has a crisp single-action trigger, a hammer-mounted firing pin for increased reliability, and a rubber wrap-around grip that helps reduce perceived recoil.