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    Family inherited two sister guns

    I'll chime in on this as well: Don't sell them. Keep them oiled (use a good gun oil) and stored someplace safe and dry. You can oil the barrel and chambers using a long Q-tip, or an oil-soaked patch pushed through with a bamboo skewer. I keep my handguns in silicone-impregnated "gun...
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    I notice now most of us older guys (50+)

    I think each type has their merits. If you don't think automatics are worth owning, you owe it to yourself to try an accurized 1911A1, a S&W Model 41, an accurized Ruger Mark II, and a Colt Government .380. These are fantastic automatics that will hold their own against just about any...
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    New to Smith and Wessons

    Keep it. Here are my reasons: In 2003 (if memory serves), Smith & Wesson starting putting internal locks in their handguns. The keyhole is on the left side near the cylinder release. Your model is a pre-lock and as such, it's only going to appreciate in value. You inherited this...
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    Merits of .44 Spl. over .357 for Carry?

    I prefer the .44 Special for a number of reasons. First and foremost, it's easier for me to shoot. The .357 magnum has a very sharp report and recoil. The .44 Special feels much softer to me. I doubt there is anything inherent to the cartridge, but my .44 Specials are substantially more...
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    New Member? Introduce yourself here (just intros, questions get answered elsewhere)

    Howdy all, I've heard good things about this forum, so I figured it was time to stop by and see for myself. My handle is admittedly a little odd. I came up with it years ago in a pinch and have used it on all forums since then. I'm a Social Psychologist with specialization in the...
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