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    HOME DEFENSE question??

    Izzy77 I apologize for the "hijack". Be assured it won't happen again.
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    HOME DEFENSE question??

    For Anyone who owns a firearm for self-defense purposes or who is planning to obtain a firearm for same, I recommend you read Massad Ayoob's " In the Gravest Extreme - The Role of the Firearm in Personal Protection". It's a great read and is full of great advice. I have discussed and wrestled...
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    Holster for 686 Plus

    I bought a Bianchi 111 Cyclone for my 686-6 a couple of years back and it felt pretty snug when I first got it. I also thought the thumb strap was too short, I just could not get it to snap. With time, the holster broke in and was not too snug and by working the thumb strap for a while, it too...
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    Identity and Date of Manufacture of S&W Revolvers

    Rad, Thanks for the info. Product code is #103615. The Model number on the crane is M 629-1 On page 258 of SCSW middle of right hand column makes a reference to 629 Scope Mount with this product code matching the 103615. It says on 4810 were mfgd. in 1989. The model number puzzles me Thanks...
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    Identity and Date of Manufacture of S&W Revolvers

    I would appreciate your help with DOB a) .44 Mag b) 8 3/8" c) square d) 6 e) Front Ramp, Rear Adjustable (Scope Mount) f) BAR59XX g) 629-1 Thanks
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    J-frame Life Expectancy?

    Jim H. Your observations and impressions of the six Smith J frames is very much appreciated. I own (or have owned) three of the J frames on your list and have one more next up on my wish list. Unfortunately I do not have the range experience required to develop what I consider to be valid...
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    Shoot second in gunfight?

    Nem, Even though the guy that draws second is quicker, Dr Welchman opines that he who draws second dies first. So much for being quicker. W.
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    What are your favorite handguns?

    I do own a few Smiths, but my favorite two are: S&W 627 PC (best feeling firearm I have ever owned) S&W 686+ (between the two, that's fifteen rounds of .357 without reloading) should get the job done!
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    Identity and Date of Manufacture of S&W Revolvers

    Radagast, Thanks much!!
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    Identity and Date of Manufacture of S&W Revolvers

    Would appreciate DOB information of the following: a) .38 Chief's Special b) 3" c) Round Butt d) 5 rounds e) Front fixed, Rear adjustable f) BFV4xxx g) 60-4 Page 223 of SCSW shows Model 60-4 (1990) to be a Limited Edition Target Model with full underlug and new yoke extension system. Page 224...
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    3" J Frame for Pocket Carry?

    Timing must be everything! I had a Smith 60 Pro Series on order at my LGS and went in yesterday to check on the status. My friend behind the counter said that mine had not come in yet, but he had just taken in a used 60-4. He swore it had only five rounds through it and for the life of me I...
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    My Smith and Wesson wheelguns...

    Landpimp Thanks for the list. With your list, Supica's S&W catalog and the picture it should be interesting and informational to see how many can be matched up (without the hyphens, of course).
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    My Smith and Wesson wheelguns...

    Landpimp, I counted again and came up with 61. . . Have you indexed them? I recognize a number of them, but I would be curious to know what a list would look like. Another point, I am curious as to how much ammo would it take to load them out. . . I am guessing somewhere between 330 and 350...
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    My Smith and Wesson wheelguns...

    A really awsome collection!! that is really an outstanding collection, thanksfor sharing it with us. Lets see. . .I have acquired 5 Smiths in my first year of S&W Addiction. . . I believe I counted 58 in your collection. . . if I could possibly keep up my pace of purchase, it will take me...
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    gun carry

    Firearms Carry in Calif According to "2009 Edition of Traveler's Guide to Firearm Laws in the Fifty States" by J. Scott Kappas: Vehicle transport of a handgun for any traveler without a California license is limited to an unloaded handgun locked in the trunk or vehicle storage compartment...
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    642 Club Part Deux

    Ported 642 opinions jfh, I always find your posts very helpful, especially your most recent ones regarding the ported 642 and the use of laser grips. I realize these may be your opinions, but I really believe that opinions based on experience are very helpful to those of us who have not...
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    642 Club Part Deux

    Nem, The 642 Pro Series shows as a new item in the 2008 S&W Product Guide.
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    642 Club Part Deux

    Nem, 642 Pro Series - #170328 - Looks like a 442, being matte black, but: 642 Pro frame: anodized aluminum 442 and 642 frame: aluminum alloy 642 Pro cylinder: stainless steel 442 cylinder: carbon steel 642 cylinder: stainless steel 642 Pro Barrel: 2.125" ported 442 and 642 barrel: 1.87"...
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    Crimson Trace alan key?

    Lost Allen wrench Send an email to [email protected], include your name, mailing address, phone number, and model Lasergrip you need the allen wrenches for and they will get some right out to you.
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    642 Club Part Deux

    Roll Call jti Here and here, watching with interest.
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