I am thinking of getting a Ruger CP-100 SS with a 3 inch barrel. I enjoy going to the range and also wanted something that I could conceal if needed. I have been trying to find a gun store that stocks this gun without luck. Does anybody have one and can give me some feedback. ALSO, i wonder how much difference the 3 inch barrel is over 4 inches. I'm going for 3 inches b/c of concealbility factors.
Is this gun easily concealable at 3 inches. Two, how accurate is the gun itself. Ruger only makes the 3 inch barrel with fixed sights and I am told that fixed sights are not good for accurate shooting

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If you're talking about the GP100 that's a fairly large revolver for concealed carry. It can be done but will require careful selection of wardrobe. Most difficult thing about concealing a revolver is the cylinder not the barrel. Also I believe the GP only comes in square butt configuration which also is a little more difficult to conceal. I would think a SP101 or one of the S&W's in the J or K frame round butt would be a little better for concealed carry. The GP makes a fine general purpose and range revolver though. I tend to prefer the 4inch barrel, that extra inch makes a big difference in my ability to hit the target. You can be as accurate with fixed sights as with adjustable, it just limits your selection of ammo. Once you find a load that "shoots to the sights" you're pretty much committed to using ammo of the same bullet weight and velocity. For example if the revolver is shooting to point of aim with a 158 gr. bullet it will probably shoot low with a lighter bullet and high with a heavier one. One thing about fixed sights ----- if you have a good load that shoots to point of aim you don't have to worry if the sights were knocked off. Most defense guns have fixed sights while most target/hunting guns have adjustable sights.

Good luck

If you have retreated..and are forced to defend yourself..sights will not be an issue...you will only use the front one anyway.....but if you intend to plink...shoot targets...or critters...then....adjustable is the way to go...I have been thinking about the little .45 ACP wheel guns.....afterall...one would like to end the argument immediately..

Fixed sights can be a curse or a blessing...if you find a load that prints "On" it's a blessing as they will stay on. Are creative ways to get them "on" but many shooters get furstrated as you just can't have the gun zeroed for any ammo you pick up on sale to shoot that week.

Ib the othe rhand, have several adjustable sighted guns that I haven't a clue if they adjust or not.,...been set in one place for so many years it is possible they wouldn't move if I tried. Found a load that does all i want, feed it that load all the time, so why would I need to fiddle with the adjustments?

Nope...aren't as good on targets...fixes sights (besides being fixed) just don't offer the crisp picture of good adjustables.

Doubt you'll find a 1" shorter barrel taht much of a help in concleament....depends on how tall you are (or how high waisted). With a belt holseter or inside the pants holster, the barrel just points doen...if you can bend at the waist and not havve the gun ride up (popping ut of the holeter), then barrel elngth isn't nearly the concealment issue many believe it is. Factors that do seem important (in order): thickness, grip size, weight, and lastly barrel length.

BTW: that 1" in barrel doesn't seem like much...but on a percentage basis, it's noticable.

Too big and heavy, my opinion. If you are carrying in a good holster, should be OK but not great. Pocket carry... forget it, will be like dragging a brick around.

Think about one of the ultra-lightweight guns - titanium, scandium, whatever. Much more pleasant at the end of the day.

Thanks

I am having a **** of a time trying to find a GP - 100 in my area, New Jersey. It seems like I can't find a single shop that has one let alone a three inche barrel.

I wanted the GP-100 over the sp-100 b/c the GP seems like a much more solid gun. I want to shot .357 at the range just for fun. But will use 38+P at home.

I want a gun that s fun at the range, shoots accurately with fixed or adjustable sights and I can drop in glove compartment or attache case or wear in the winter time.

The SPs have only five rounds and they don't look as well made as the GP.

Sorry but that sounds like a moot point
Both are solid as granite. Probably the most solid revolvers on the market. The SP is built like a tank and i would defy you to destroy it. :D