Batou-san Report post Posted April 18, 2006 I've decided to get a Tanaka revolver because of their sexyness. I'm in a pickle here, somebody help: Is there a huge difference performancewise between the S&W M36 Chief Special and the M500 3+1 inch? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Redhawk Report post Posted April 18, 2006 I've decided to get a Tanaka revolver because of their sexyness. I'm in a pickle here, somebody help: Is there a huge difference performancewise between the S&W M36 Chief Special and the M500 3+1 inch? <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Yes, a big difference. I used to own the chief special and the power and accuracy was very poor. With 134/0.2g, the power was no more than 150 fps, and the groupings spread pretty wide. With the much larger cylinder in the M500, you can expect much higher power. And from what I've read the accuracy is better too. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sledge Report post Posted April 20, 2006 Yeah, even green with .2s gives about 240 fps last time I chrono'd my Chief's. Not a long range gun, but it's sooooooo cute. For a combat gun, get the M500. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Batou-san Report post Posted April 20, 2006 Thank you both, I'll post pictures when I've made up my mind and received one or the other Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shao14 Report post Posted April 20, 2006 Yeah, even green with .2s gives about 240 fps last time I chrono'd my Chief's. Not a long range gun, but it's sooooooo cute. For a combat gun, get the M500. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Hehe, for a combat gun? I wouldn't choose any of the revolvers. The power of the chief special on green is like an average GBB on 134a. The M500, on the other hand, has been reported to be very accurate and powerful, but I have never shot one of those. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
evilhippy Report post Posted April 20, 2006 Twin M500 3+1s would be pretty combat-efficient I reckon But still, you could do better with an M190 Beretta if you wanted to be totally practical about a sidearm (or pair thereof). I'm gonna go for a Tanaka SAA detachable cylinder for the last/next revolver now and, time permitting, a Tanaka chief's special or something cute and ickle very much like it. And 24 spare shells for the Marushins as well Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vicks Report post Posted April 20, 2006 Hmm good choice Hippy, have to see some pics Thinking about getting one as well..not that i've been watching the quick and the dead Edit: Happy? Also hippy whats the 2nd line of your sig from? (thinking it's hhgttg) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
evilhippy Report post Posted April 20, 2006 `..and the dead` I assume? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
evilhippy Report post Posted April 20, 2006 Yes I is happy now Srver weirdness again btw this was `single click posting` I assure you Yeah lines 1 & 2 are HHGTTG, lines 3 & 4 are Oscar Wilde. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vicks Report post Posted April 20, 2006 Heh didn't even notice the 1st line, that grey is a bit off putting (or gray if you like, hell i don't know) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
evilhippy Report post Posted April 20, 2006 Pure English my dear boy, pure English - it is `grey` to us, and `gray` over the pond. [/hair splitting] I went for grey because of the subtlety Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vicks Report post Posted April 20, 2006 Haha super sever attacks tonight. Blooming english langauge, just been thinking why is read (past tense) and read (as in go read that) spelt the same, after having an extremely confusing msn conversation with a mate. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KyberAuZ Report post Posted April 21, 2006 Sledge: Get the M500 3+1. You know you want to. Give in and get it before the VCR --you won't be disappointed! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
counterassasin Report post Posted April 21, 2006 evilhippy: How's that Marushin revolver? I am aching for a revolver now, but it must be a Marushin because of the realistic shells. How is it performing? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Runner Report post Posted April 23, 2006 evilhippy: How's that Marushin revolver? I am aching for a revolver now, but it must be a Marushin because of the realistic shells. How is it performing? <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Yeah, I was thinking of getting one too. How long does the gas last? (I assume they are all about the same. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
evilhippy Report post Posted April 26, 2006 Pretty similar yeah, the performance seems to be great across the board (but again, I ain't got a Raging Bull or Anaconda so I can't be 100% sure) if anything the lightweight Super Redhawk seems the best skirmish one, the Constrictor is the chunkiest by far and most meaty, and the finich is best on the Super Blackhawk. All are a little bit flimsy compared to Tanakas of course but then whaddya expect That said, the Tanaka M29 for example could actually do with being a tiny bit tighter and more solid, and a bit heavier ideally, but the incredible trigger pull and finish more than makes up for things like that. Gas in the Marushin should last about 25-40 rounds depending on rate of fire in an average temperature for the UK (i.e. -5 to +30 degrees :lol) room temperature should give you about that, and of course being wheelguns they'll perform better for longer than GBBs at low temperatures Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HannibalSmith77 Report post Posted May 1, 2006 Here is my Doc Holliday copy... Hannibal Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shao14 Report post Posted May 4, 2006 Much more comfortable grip. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CapaciousZepher Report post Posted May 4, 2006 Uncommonly beautiful. Very, very fine. I thumb my nose at you sir Cheers! - CapaciousZepher Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bronney Report post Posted May 4, 2006 Shao you owns! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HannibalSmith77 Report post Posted May 5, 2006 Shao...that is an awesome looking gun! Hannibal Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vicks Report post Posted May 5, 2006 Aye thats nice Shao. Just a quick question really I want to buy a revolver before the VCR, but because i want that new double barrel sawn off, as well as 2 other pistols, i can't really afford a tanaka or maurshin (sp?) so i'm thinking about getting a chrome (style) KWC Colt Python 357, as it's cheap and i'm only want it for looks. So basically is it anygood? whats the finish like? Cheers. Vicks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
clmwrx Report post Posted May 30, 2006 Thread revival! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
snowman Report post Posted May 31, 2006 Pah - Mine's MUCH cheaper Cheers. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vicks Report post Posted June 1, 2006 Yea you can tell Snowman Also quick question; Does anyone have the Marushin Anaconda 6 Inch Chome version? Whats the finish like (the chrome)? And am I right in thinking all Marushin use shells? Taa folks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
