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    Most Vicious/Lethal .45 ACP Round?

    Can I suggest you look into some formal training if you have not had any by certify instructor. NRA Basic Pistol Class is great way to become safe and accurate handgunner and typical doesn’t cost that much to do. http://www.nrahq.org/education/training/find.asp Two book by Massad Ayoob...
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    current taurus revolvers

    I have a 850 and 94 both work fine. Fit and finish is not perfect but very good.
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    Highest Quality Revolver for under $500

    GP-100 got my new 5 years ago for $400.00.
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    Which 4” 357 for my next handgun purchase?

    gp100. it has been a great gun. built like a tank.
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    Biggest handgun disappointment.

    colt cobra. no new parts and you have to send off for any repairs.
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    Question about a older K-frame

    Yes, I feel that I can check out a revolver. What looking for is any specific to this model/age revolver I should watch for? Also if in future it needs repair for some reason that this can be done easily and preferably my local qualify smith. Thanks for help.
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    Question about a older K-frame

    I was wondering what I should know about before buying an older K-frame specifically a Military & Police pre-model 10 with 5 screws with a large half circle front sight, and pinned barrel? I am assuming since this revolver was so popular that it is easy to get parts and find a gunsmith to...
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    Tell Me About the Taurus 85

    I have 850 and it has been a great carry gun
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    What should I watch for with used Colts?

    This seems to be a recurring theme in this thread. I buy guns to shoot. I may like them for other reasons also but if I can’t shoot it than it serves no purpose. Also if I want an investment I will stick with my stocks (especially ones with good dividends) and bonds not tools. Just my 2 cents.
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    What should I watch for with used Colts?

    I am proof of that. May be I can think about the Mk guns but I doubt it.
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    What should I watch for with used Colts?

    +1 for all that. If this is your first revolver you may want to look at a S&W or ruger. I learned this the hard way. Also check out coltforum.com
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    most trusted handgun

    Ruger GP-100. Have had for 6 years and 1000s of rds and never had a FTF.
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    Ruger Mk II spring replacement

    How do you replace the hammer and recoil springs on a Ruger Mark II? I want to install Wolff replacement springs. Any links or detail directions will be great. Thanks.
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    Ruger Mk II bolt "dress-up"

    What should I know if I want to get it plated?
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    Mk II bolt dress-up

    I want to “dress-up” the bolt finish on my matted SS Ruger Mark II Target and I am looking for ideas specially any that I can do myself. I know there is jewelling but what are the other possibilities? Thanks for the help guys.
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