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Post by Plainsman on Apr 7, 2024 17:30:59 GMT -5
The picture is clearly wrong. Of course it has to be April 1 foolishness. I shouldn’t have been taken in. But then, S&W… I’m ready to believe almost anything about them.
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Post by Ronv69 on Apr 7, 2024 17:36:00 GMT -5
The picture is clearly wrong. Of course it has to be April 1 foolishness. I shouldn’t have been taken in. But then, S&W… I’m ready to believe almost anything about them. I hear you. But I guess they have to move with the times. It seems that making beautiful heirlooms is no longer a sound business model. Have you seen their completely unneeded and overpriced lever action? |
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Post by Plainsman on Apr 7, 2024 17:43:59 GMT -5
I saw it. I was, and am, underwhelmed.
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Post by Ronv69 on Apr 7, 2024 17:54:55 GMT -5
I haven't shot my copy of the old Model 19. I need to get to my priorities, but life keeps getting in the way. This isn't how I pictured my retirement. 😡
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Post by username on Apr 7, 2024 18:15:12 GMT -5
The picture is clearly wrong. Of course it has to be April 1 foolishness. I shouldn’t have been taken in. But then, S&W… I’m ready to believe almost anything about them. I hear you. But I guess they have to move with the times. It seems that making beautiful heirlooms is no longer a sound business model. Have you seen their completely unneeded and overpriced lever action? That is one ugly lever gun the polymer furniture and rail just feels wrong on a lever action. |
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Post by Plainsman on Apr 7, 2024 20:18:30 GMT -5
Just look at the smooth, clean lines of an 1892 Winchester. (A Browning design BTW.) It is, in its own terms, perfection. Messing with it is just marketing nonsense.
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Post by Ronv69 on Apr 7, 2024 20:57:09 GMT -5
Just look at the smooth, clean lines of an 1892 Winchester. (A Browning design BTW.) It is, in its own terms, perfection. Messing with it is just marketing nonsense. Agreed. I have probably told you about the most beautiful 92 that I owned. |
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Post by Plainsman on Apr 8, 2024 11:18:30 GMT -5
I love ‘92s. Have a SRC in 44-40 and a rifle in 25-20.
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Post by toshtego on Apr 8, 2024 11:42:38 GMT -5
I love ‘92s. Have a SRC in 44-40 and a rifle in 25-20. 25-20 was a nice light cartridge. A friend had one back in my youth. Our local Black Tail deer were small and he took a few with it. |
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Post by Ronv69 on Apr 8, 2024 12:35:05 GMT -5
Just look at the smooth, clean lines of an 1892 Winchester. (A Browning design BTW.) It is, in its own terms, perfection. Messing with it is just marketing nonsense. Rossi is selling a ton of their 92 clones and they are getting great reviews. Well, as good as any modern rifle. |
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Post by Plainsman on Apr 8, 2024 15:31:13 GMT -5
My 94 Trapper (357) has gotten pretty smooth from years of hard use, but not nearly as slick as a ‘92. I was astounded recently to see what 92 SRCs are going for.
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Post by Ronv69 on Apr 8, 2024 17:24:40 GMT -5
My 94 Trapper (357) has gotten pretty smooth from years of hard use, but not nearly as slick as a ‘92. I was astounded recently to see what 92 SRCs are going for. I was just looking at them on Gun Broker. The Japanese Winchesters are about the same price as the Italian and Brazilian guns, except for ones with special collector value. I could get one in 44 for as low as $700. But I'm happy with my 94 that I'll probably never shoot again. |
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Post by Plainsman on Apr 8, 2024 19:44:52 GMT -5
I knew the ‘92 SRCs, particularly in .44-40, were going for ridiculous prices. But today I found 3 online that are close to my year (1923), one was only a few numbers from mine, and all were in similar condition. All were asking over $20K. Asking and getting aren’t the same thing. Blew my mind though.
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Post by Ronv69 on Apr 8, 2024 20:06:25 GMT -5
I knew the ‘92 SRCs, particularly in .44-40, were going for ridiculous prices. But today I found 3 online that are close to my year (1923), one was only a few numbers from mine, and all were in similar condition. All were asking over $20K. Asking and getting aren’t the same thing. Blew my mind though. I assume that that means Short Repeating Carbine, not Saddle Ring. You can get some nice old ones on GB for around 4k. If I was it I the market, I don't find the little bump safety on the Mirokus too offensive. I actually liked that feature on my Ruger 77UL. A 92 fixer-upper would still be too expensive for me to want to fix it. If I ever start shooting again, I would like to load some subsonics for the 94. It would be fun to plink with. I was looking at the 44 magnums. I know they aren't a classic cartridge, but I would love another gun to shoot my Specials. |
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Post by Plainsman on Apr 8, 2024 20:28:13 GMT -5
SRC = Saddle Ring Carbine.
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Post by Ronv69 on Apr 8, 2024 20:46:26 GMT -5
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Post by Plainsman on Apr 12, 2024 10:10:17 GMT -5
My transition from revolvers to autoloaders was long and painful. I’ve “always” been a revolver guy and the slowly dawning realization that autoloaders fit the bill for SD much better was a hard chaw. There used to be valid arguments about it but they have improved, as has their ammunition, to the point where it really can’t be argued any more. But I still have a lot of nostalgia for the Old Days. Here’s my former favorite wheel-gun carry…  |
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Post by oldcajun123 on Apr 12, 2024 10:15:53 GMT -5
 Man that is one sweet pistol!
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Post by Ronv69 on Apr 12, 2024 12:52:52 GMT -5
I started out on the first day, 1903,1908,1911 38super, 1911 45, Colt Woodsman, High Standard Victory and Trophy.
That was the first time I had shot a handgun and I got a full exposure. The only one I didn't like was the 38 Super. 1 was about 14. I didn't shoot a revolver until I was about 17. Friend of brother in law brought out his Colt 45 SA target pistol. First shot I blew a limb off a tree because I wasn't expecting the super light trigger. Next shot plugged the can dead center. In 68 I had a friend with a bunch of S&Ws, a couple of 357s and a Model 57 41 magnum. I liked the 357s, but I thought they were excessively noisy and there was no excuse for the 41 magnum.
I bought my first revolver around 1978, a Rossi 38. I have four revolvers now and I shoot the 44 Magnum snubnose a lot easier than I did the 41 with the 4 inch barrel.
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Post by urbino on Apr 12, 2024 14:36:57 GMT -5
My transition from revolvers to autoloaders was long and painful. I’ve “always” been a revolver guy and the slowly dawning realization that autoloaders fit the bill for SD much better was a hard chaw. There used to be valid arguments about it but they have improved, as has their ammunition, to the point where it really can’t be argued any more. But I still have a lot of nostalgia for the Old Days. Here’s my former favorite wheel-gun carry… One can tell it is well loved. |
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Post by toshtego on Apr 12, 2024 15:01:18 GMT -5
Beautiful gunpiece, Bob.
As for the argument (in the classic sense of the word), I agree modern ammo has made autoloaders superior. Sold all of mine years ago. I find them too pricey today. So, it is two Colt revolvers for me. One in the pocket holster and one on the belt. Not that I do that often as local threats are minimal.
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Post by oldcajun123 on Apr 12, 2024 15:22:17 GMT -5
When I went in the Navy at 17 I had never shot a handgun, shotgun, rifle were my experience, on the range the Chief was amazed I had never fired one, it came natural to me, loved it. Had hunted in the rice field all of my young life, was comfortable in the outdoors. Again that’s a beautiful revolver.
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Post by Plainsman on Apr 12, 2024 15:33:06 GMT -5
I’ll add this to my Speed-Six saga. When I bought it, in the ‘80s, my teammates ridiculed my plans to smooth it to rival a Smith. I worked on it for a couple of months. When I got finished with it they admitted it was as smooth as a Smith and maybe a tad better. I was elated. In the 90s I was offered a grand for it. Nope. The last offer was $1500. Nope. It’s just not for sale.
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Post by oldcajun123 on Apr 12, 2024 15:42:30 GMT -5
Would be like selling your child.
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Post by Ronv69 on Apr 12, 2024 18:53:24 GMT -5
What do you call that piece in front of the grip? I used to know but can't remember.
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Post by oldcajun123 on Apr 12, 2024 18:59:47 GMT -5
Is it the Strap?
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Post by Ronv69 on Apr 12, 2024 19:10:02 GMT -5
Is it the Strap? The aluminum attachment. Seems like it was called a "T" something. |
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Post by Plainsman on Apr 12, 2024 19:14:17 GMT -5
Tyler T-Grip. Don’t try to buy one. The present outfit is…”ethically challenged.”
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Post by Ronv69 on Apr 12, 2024 19:21:26 GMT -5
Tyler T-Grip. Don’t try to buy one. The present outfit is…”ethically challenged.” I'm not in the market, but thanks for the warning. I shot a J-frame with one long time ago and I didn't like it. Not sure of the purpose although it was explained to me at the time. Guy also Fitz Special that didn't impress me either. |
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Post by toshtego on Apr 12, 2024 19:27:03 GMT -5
My old Colt Cobra shoots well with the stock grips. Just big enough.  |
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Man that is one sweet pistol!