My CCW Model 10

[tackleberi]

Just wanted to share "my" perfect CCW, just back from S&W. Everybody has different CCW needs, this one meets ALL of mine:
-S&W Model 10-5 (1976 DOB)
-Factory bobbed hammer
-Chamfered charge holes
-Factory trigger job
-Barami Hipgrips; also came with original factory serial-matched grips
-Milt Sparks VMII
-Loaded with Buffalo Bore LSWCHP 158 gr. +P
-Safariland Speedloader with Federal Nyclad 158 gr.; not the best performing cartridge, but minimizes lead exposure when handled every day. Much prefer Seecamp LWS380 reload method (easier to conceal, too).

And the best thing about it? $250 from the "Pre-loved" case at my local gunshop; I was there when the retired cop was selling it off and was able to convince him to consign it for that amount. You win some and lose some.......for once I won.

 

[jad0110]

Dude, that Model 10 is freakin' awesome! Great find! I had an opportunity to buy a 10-5 2" 6 months ago for $225, but alas my gun budget was broke . I am sure you will enjoy yours.

How did S&W's trigger job work come out? I am curious, as I've considered sending my 686 to them at some point for some action work. And do the chamfered charge holes make reloading easier?

 

[tackleberi]

Thanks for the kind words; I put it up to get the good and the bad, since I feel I learned alot from some of the discussions here on the board, I thought I'd repay the favor by making my gun the subject of discussion for once.

Trigger job came out excellent; don't really notice the difference with the chamfered charge holes. I added them to the work order because they only cost $25; I probably would have done better to buy another box of Buffalo Bore or backup set of Hipgrips (they won't be making those for much longer).

The nice thing about the bobbed hammer is that it is a "new-old stock" factory part, so no yucky scar where they just lop the spur off. Also, the case hardening matches the trigger, just like the original hammer did.

The only work I somewhat regret not doing was a factory re-blue; although it's a carry gun that's going to get worn, so maybe this was a fine decision.

I really like the fact that I was able to pick up an awesome Model 17-3 .22 in the same week, so now I can practice the same operations/manual of arms with the cheaper ammo. Now I'm broke, but happy.

 

[ravencon]

Nice!
For my gripping comfort I'd add a Tyler grip. I find Tyler grips really help and, best of all, they don't add bulk to a CCW.

 

[scubie02]

I have two round butt 2" model 10's from 1967, and you'd be hard pressed to get me to part with them...

nice choice

 

[Creature]

Wow! That is a BEAUTIFUL piece you have there. I am very envious...and what a steal!

My old S&W36 meets all my needs. I don't need a double stack bottom feeder where I live and my snubby is a joy to carry. I did replace the hammer with an old Model 38 hammer, which protrudes less. I still have the SA option and wont part with it.

I would recommend getting a Bianchi Speedstrip for your reloads...MUCH easier to pocket carry and in my opinion, quite fast enough.

BTW: arent you worried about +P rounds in that old frame? And just what did S&W do to her when you sent it to them?

 

[XavierBreath]

I like that gun!

It's great to see Model 10 snubs being carried!

 

[tackleberi]

Not really worried about +P in the old frame; just a few for social work are all I would ever shoot; perhaps a few every now and then just to maintain familiarity. According to Larry at S&W, the gun is more than up to the task of +P, as long as I don't make it a steady diet. Remington 130 gr. are the normal fodder for IDPA/range work.

S&W did the hammer, the trigger, and the chamfers. I added the Hipgrips.

 

[samtechlan]

That is one great looking revolver. I had S&W do an action job on my 686 with a 2.5 inch barrel a couple of years ago and I'm very happy with it. A bit too heavy to carry though.

 

[Will5A1]

Well done - I'm jealous. I gotta say you made the right decision regarding the reblue, the gun would of been so nice you would not of wanted to carry it. Model 10's should have some honest wear on them.

 

[M1 Shooter]

^^^^^^^^
Yeah, what he said. I don't know why, but a S&W Model 10 just doesn't look right unless its got some good honest wear. Maybe its just because that is how I'm used to seeing them.

 

[Elmer]

Don't worry at all about +P's in that gun.

I have 1940's and 50's vintage K frames that have more +P through them then most folks could afford to shoot.

Thank God someone else was paying for my ammo.....

 

[CSA 357]

i have a snub mod 10 but mine is square butt, shoots very good, you got me thinking about bobin the hammer

 

[ArchAngelCD]

I made a BIG mistake a few weeks ago. I was at Cabela's and I bought a 4" M686-2. (that was NOT a mistake) Also in the case there was a Nickel M10 snub nose revolver. It was beautiful, was sporting the original stocks and it was only $300. I had just spent a lot of money buying the M686-2 and some other stuff I needed so I decided to pass on the M10. The mistake was not putting it on hold because when I could no longer deal with the fact I left that revolver in the case and went back 3 days later to bring it home, IT WAS GONE!!!! Big mistake, very big mistake!! :banghead:

I'm glad to see you didn't make a mistake and leave that M10 in the case.

 

[chaim]

Very nice gun. I agree with the mods you did and the load 100%. The only things I'd do differently for a "perfect" K-frame carry gun is get a 3" barrel, and probably the model 13 (even though I'd mostly use .38+P, it would be nice to have the option of .357mag occasionally).

 

[sm]

tackleberi,

I really really like that set up!

Then again I am biased, having CCW-ed that set up myself , as did/do some UC LEO, Body Guards, and other folks I know.
Including Ladies...


Tyler T grips , if they work for you, are recommended.


*GRIN*

 

[Dave Williams]

NICE! S&W should offer that as a factory special.

Dave Williams

 

[1BLINDREF]

Nice set-up
Thanks for sharing.