Husker_Fan
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I've wanted an S&W airweight for some time and have handled and shot several 642s and 442s. I've also been drawn to older Smiths. Now I have both with a 38 no dash.
I asked about the age in the DOB thread and know it was made between '57 and '62. I am a big fan of the looks of the flat latch J-frames and the original diamond grips seem to work just fine for me. This one has been shot very little, but I suspect it may have been refinished at sometime. It's hard for me to tell as this is the only "blue" alloy frame revolver I've ever handled.
I have nothing against the new airweights, but the craftsmanship on this one is way beyond anything made now. No off-center barrel, great trigger, very tight construction, and the lands and grooves end at a well machined muzzle. Even the case hardened trigger has retained some great color. Almost none of these affect performance, but they sure make for a nice looking gun at a price that was a fraction of a new one. I can't imagine picking up a new one these days if these are still available.
I asked about the age in the DOB thread and know it was made between '57 and '62. I am a big fan of the looks of the flat latch J-frames and the original diamond grips seem to work just fine for me. This one has been shot very little, but I suspect it may have been refinished at sometime. It's hard for me to tell as this is the only "blue" alloy frame revolver I've ever handled.
I have nothing against the new airweights, but the craftsmanship on this one is way beyond anything made now. No off-center barrel, great trigger, very tight construction, and the lands and grooves end at a well machined muzzle. Even the case hardened trigger has retained some great color. Almost none of these affect performance, but they sure make for a nice looking gun at a price that was a fraction of a new one. I can't imagine picking up a new one these days if these are still available.
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