This past weekend I attended a revolver class given by Kyle Yount of Surprise Break. The revolvers used were, 686+, 340, 60 3" barrel,431 and me with a 432 UC. Kyle keeps a good pace with relevant drills. Everyone was safe, experienced and fun. I chose the 432 because of the reduced recoil...
Except in very few cases, actual production dates by serial number are not available. In the S&W world, ship dates are used for the "birth date" of revolvers (and semi-autos, for that matter). Approximate production dates for postwar guns have been published, most notably in the Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson. The 5th Edition is the most recent and is available on Amazon.
Looking for a 4" Model 48. Wonder if any has any experience with the 48-7? Fit and finish? Shootability? I can live with the lock. Thanks for any feedback. Found one reasonably priced at a Cabelas, their free shipping to a local store and no transfer fee. Used but looks to be in very good...
I picked up a new to me 629-5 last week. It is in great shape, i am very happy. The only negative is the cylinder release is a little stiff. I have a 642 and a GP100 that are much easier to release. Can this be normal or do i need to look at the internals? This is my first larger frame S&W...
Model 17 feedback appreciated....are any of the Models produced over the years (17-2, dash 3, dash 4, etc.) ‘better’ than the others? Any to avoid? Looking for any differences (if any) in fit, finish, accuracy, manufacturing quality, etc.? Any experience with the new classic 17-9? My question...
I picked this up today for $465. Completes my "one of each" I was looking for (older 60, 36, Nickel 36). The book say 1970-1973. Can anyone pinpoint a little closer in year? Serial number R78235. Thanks.
Hand ejector Serial # 5041XX no letters only assembly number behind yoke barrel says 38 S & W Special CTG (stamped exactly like that) Barrel Length is 5 1/4 inches Fixed Sights Strain Screw is present NO butt swivel or Lanyard Ring 5 Screw Any help on age / value would be appreciated thanks
