[SuckLead]

I will admit, I have a soft spot for the GP-100. It is one of the few guns I have wanted forever... because I learned how to shoot on one so long ago. So for nostalgia reasons, I have always wanted one. But I was very picky... it has to be close to the first one.

Today, to my great pleasure, a GP-100 was dropped off at the local store, and it fit the description of the one I wanted. It's the 4" version with the rosewood panels in the grips. And it was within my price range. Used, never fired. If it had a bobbed hammer, it would have been exactly like the one I learned to shoot on.

So against the better judgement of my bank account, I put it on lay-a-way. I'll have to pay it off slow, so it probably won't come home for a few months, but I've waited ten years, so I can wait a few more months. I have never been happier with a gun purchase in my life.

[Mr.AK-74]

Congrats! The GP100 is a great revolver. I love the .357. Blued or Stainless?

[SuckLead]

Stainless. With really crisp rosewood panels. This is actually my second meeting with the gun (I actually sold it to the guy back in 2008, NIB) and I believe it was one of the last the shop got in with those rosewood panels.

[Oxford]

Here's one I found on AuctionArms for $525. It might be close to what you're wanting...Ruger , GP100 Blue .357 mag For Sale at GunAuction.com

[ChaZam]

I share your feelings about the GP100. I might just have to take mine to the range tomorrow. I shoot the 6" models better so that is what I got.

[SuckLead]

Quote:       Originally Posted by ChaZam

I share your feelings about the GP100. I might just have to take mine to the range tomorrow. I shoot the 6" models better so that is what I got.

I do, too, which is what I am using to justify not selling off my S&W 686 to fund the GP-100. LOL!

[Erickson]

I used to have a GP-100, sold it to my old man and have found as I have gotten older and more experienced as a shooter that I am appreciating revolvers more and more. I originally bought it on a whim because I decided I wanted a 357 Magnum and sold it on a whim just as quickly. Having shot it recently I must say I do miss that gun. I had a 4" version and it shot both 38s and 357s very nicely.

[SuckLead]

Brought it home today:

[hounddawg]

That is one sturdy weapon. When you going to make noise?

[SuckLead]

Eventually. LOL! I haven't gone shooting in so long it's ridiculous.

[cjleete]

If I could only own one handgun, that would be the one.

[ChaZam]

I hope you like yours as well as I like mine.

[neophyte]

SuckLead: Ma'am, it is one fine handgun mine has Rosewood .

[nathangdad]

Having a gun you have always wanted brings a certain value and satisfaction to ownership money cannot measure.

[oldjarhead]

Congrats!

It wasn't too long of a wait...now get out and shoot her...no time? Make time!
That's a good looking shooter.

[LeftHandShooter]

Quote:       Originally Posted by SuckLead

I do, too, which is what I am using to justify not selling off my S&W 686 to fund the GP-100. LOL!

NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO!!!!!


Do not sell the 686! Morgage the house, sell a kidnwy (just kidding), or sell plasma, but do not sell the Smith & Wesson! You will regret it.

Find a way to have both.

[texnmidwest]

One of the best Pistols I have ever owned and shot!

Bought used and I will never sell.

[grizcty]

Quote:       Originally Posted by SuckLead

Brought it home today:

Sure is puurty!
That is also one of the sturdiest .357's ever made.

I removed my rosewood grips & replaced them with Hogues.
As I didn't want to damage them, using it as a dw & dc.

[LeftHandShooter]

Nice! Did you sell the 686?

[SuckLead]

No, I still have the 686. But wonder of wonders... someone won the auction last night on a Taurus revolver I've been trying to sell for 3 years. LOL! Problem solved. LOL!