Just curious

[Olle]

Originally Posted by rhuff

S&W currently produces long barrel revolvers(8 in. and longer) in large bore centerfire calibers. They are used by many in place of rifles in large game (deer, hogs, elk, etc.) hunting. They are very successful in their endeavors with these weapons.

The long bbl. definitely increases velocity and bullet stabilization. The Scopes are extremely effective at 100 yards and longer.

They are also used for silhouette shooting. I'm not sure if the long barrel increases velocity much, but the increased sight radius helps a lot.