MonsterB

I am new here, and have a question for you guys....as of now I have been using a Glock26 for a ccw gun for a while, have no real complaints with it, but am thinking about switching to a sp101....talk about 2 different guns! I have a few reasons for the switch, I think the sp is a great size, dont mind the weight, and would much rather have the 357 on board for 4 legged critters in the NH mountains....I like to shoot alot and can get 38 special amo fairly cheap around here, even 357 isnt too bad in some places...
I however have not shot revolvers on a regular basis, meaning owning one and shooting it regularly....if I get the sp, I am most likely going to trade my G26 in when I get it, as crazy as it may sound I like to have one main gun that I carry and shoot the most, so I am very comfortable with it in case the shtf...I also have a tricked out mk2 government target model with a full list of Volksquarden goodies, so I think the sp would be a good companion to it...any thoughts on the matter? Can I be happy with a revolver full time?

78CJ5

If you can keep the G26 and get the SP, I like them both about the same.

jdrancher

I agree with 78cj5, if you can at all, keep the G26 and buy the sp. I have owned an sp101, and loved it, but, it is more difficult to shoot and carry than a compact nine (for me at least) plus you have only 5 rounds. However, 5 for sure of .357 should solve any situation you might run across and the sp101 is an AWSOME gun. In fact, I'm looking for a 3" .357 right now to be a companion to my SR9c and LCP (probably should have never traded my first sp).

bigweatherby

Only you can be the judge of wether or not you will be happy. However, the SP is a great gun and will be more versatile for you as a woods gun. The Glock would be a better "combat" weapon, but how often are you gonna need that. It is tough to argue with the power of the 357 and the ability to shoot 38 is very nice. Shooting single action will give you a much nicer trigger on the SP which could mean the ability to make hits at greater distances. You can always get the action slicked up and have a real beauty of a shooter. Then you can change grips (if you want) to suit your hand. I still have the OEM grips on and I like them.

I think the SP would definitely fill the niche for you, I would just hesitate to get rid of the Glock if you can swing keeping it. It is also a great gun and would make a fine secondary or home defense weapon.

terry_p

MonsterB:

Welcome to the forum from the SE corner of the state. I own an SP and it is my primary carry weapon (although the LCR I just picked up is starting to go with me more and more). As a carry piece the SP is a great piece. I carry it in a Cross Breed Supertuck Delux IWB holster and it carries easily. I also belt or pocket carry but with the LCR starting to get the nod for pocket due to it's lower weight. You can't go wrong with the SP.

Just a note stay away from Rileys in Hooksett if you plan to trade as they will give you nothing for your trade in. I brought in some trading material and walked out as they through a ridiculously low number at me. I went to the Trading post in Kittery and they gave me $100 more on the trade.

MonsterB

Thanks for the quick replies guys, I am thinking it would probably be a good idea to keep the g26, its got 6k straight rounds with no failures of any kind...its funny, I remember when I bought my first handgun, and a guy in line next to me asked what I was getting....when I told him it was my first handgun, he said "Oh boy, I hope you like spending money because you will never stop buying them, I know I cant"....I guess he was right....

bigghoss

I have and carry both regularly. when I don't feel like dressing to hide my glock 17 I carry my 26 strong side and my sp101 in my left pocket for a BUG

MonsterB

LOL Rieleys was one of the two places I was thinking about getting the gun....they gave me a decent price on a S&W I traded in last year, but in any case, living in Salem NH, Kittery is quite a haul for me, plus its in Maine....but my brother buys alot of guns there and he lives in Dover, so maybe its worth a shot(no pun intended)...I havent been there in a while, am curious about having to do a transfer and also paying sales tax...

tnpatriot

I've got an SP101 3 1/16" , LOVE IT !! Easy to carry, shoots like a full size revolver.

RUT

I've bought & sold guns at Riley's for the past 30 years, and they've always treated me well. However, there have been occasions where I've gotten a better trade at Kittery, so you may want to shop around. I like the convenience of Riley's, so don't always want to truck to Maine to save a couple of bucks.

terry_p

MB:

I answered your PM. If you are just buying a gun then Rileys may save you a few dollars but if you are trading watch out. The KTP has been fine with me over the years but like anything sometimes you are better to walk away. The KTP owns a building just over the line in NH and uses that to transfer any NH firearms so no sales tax and it is a Fed legal sale.

BuckeyeBlast

You'll regret getting rid of the G26. I know you want the SP101, but I'd wait until I had enough money to own both. I'd suspect it'd take quite a while for you get the SP101 quick fire to shoot as accurately as the G26 probably already does. (just an educated guess here based on how I shoot my G26 vs GP100 4") You'll be limited to 5 rounds vs 11 in the G26 (plus ease of carrying addt'l rounds). There's just no way I'd do it.
Heck, and then depending on how you carry in the woods I'd consider going GP vs SP anyways. If I'm understanding your situation correctly, I'd say G26 + GP100 would be far, far better than just an SP101. Again, I understand if you can't afford both now, but it'd really be worth the wait IMO as getting the SP101 seems like a compromise you won't be happy with long term.

BikerRN

My advice is to keep the Glock and get the Ruger.

I own both guns, but each serves a different purpose for me. Both are "point and shoot" weapons, so no worries there. Loading, administrative handling and reloading are vastly different however.

Both my SP101 and Glock 26 serve as BUG's to their larger brethren. Each fills a niche that the other doesn't fulfill. For a wood's gun the SP101 is OK, but I much prefer a GP100 in that role. For a concealed carry gun many find the SP101 or the Glock to be fine. I've never traded a gun that I didn't regret trading it away, except one, and that was a true "jamamatic".

Biker

Bagheera

I agree 100% with everyone here that says keep the Glock and buy the SP101.

First, you can never have to many guns. And second, each serves a purpose. If you get rid of the Glock, you will regret it eventually.

However, if I may offer a bit of advice. As BikerRN states, I think you would be better served by a 4" GP100. You would still have the .357 Magnum, but, you get 6 rounds instead of 5. And, you get a longer barrel that will serve you well for a multitude of purposes. Just a thought.

CCKen

One of my personal creedos is, "Live a life with no regrets!" You will have regrets if you sell your Glock.

If you do sell it you will be starting a thread titled "Guns I have loved and lost".

Don't do it!

However the question, "Can you be happy with a revolver full time?" Sure you can!