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Posted: 9/27/2015 12:58:55 PM EDT
Slowly putting together my collection of Smith and Wesson pre-lock 357 revolvers. I am quickly finding out what an expensive collection this is to do. From top left and going left to right: 19-4, 66-1, 686 no dash, 13-1 (or 3, cant remember), 586, 28-2 S-prefix S/N, 520, 640-1 pro series, 629-1 Lew Horton edition (not 357, but its S&W, so its in the picture). 3rd gen semi-autos: 4006, 1006, 5903, 5906. The set of grips is a pair of N-frame combat grips that I got at a pawn ship for $30.
I am still looking for models 27, 681 (maybe a 581), 65, and 4506 to round out both of these collections. 
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Posted: 9/27/2015 4:36:43 PM EDT
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you should have started 11 years ago like I did
nice collection. |
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Posted: 9/27/2015 6:11:35 PM EDT
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To round out the collection ( nice so far) you'd need about 20 non magnum k frames and rim fires.
Then start on the j's too. Considering the incredible variety of smith revolvers made over 100 plus years ( let alone the crazy third gen auto variations) It may never end. Some collectors specialize in one model ( let's say the model 19/66 k 357's) and with this single model end up with 30 variations or more. |
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Posted: 9/27/2015 6:40:44 PM EDT
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Sweet 520. Nice family!
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Posted: 9/27/2015 9:22:00 PM EDT
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Slowly putting together my collection of Smith and Wesson pre-lock 357 revolvers. I am quickly finding out what an expensive collection this is to do. From top left and going left to W, so its in the picture). 3rd gen semi-autos: 4006, 1006, 5903, 5906. The set of grips is a pair of N-frame combat grips that I got at a pawn ship for $30. I am still looking for models 27, 681 (maybe a 581), 65, and 4506 to round out both of these collections. http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f244/pierre_gbu/20150927_123144_resized_zpszploypsa.jpg That is very, very nice! |
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Posted: 9/27/2015 10:37:13 PM EDT
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To round out the collection ( nice so far) you'd need about 20 non magnum k frames and rim fires. Then start on the j's too. Considering the incredible variety of smith revolvers made over 100 plus years ( let alone the crazy third gen auto variations) It may never end. Some collectors specialize in one model ( let's say the model 19/66 k 357's) and with this single model end up with 30 variations or more. While I realize that I could plumb the depths of a true smith collection, I have decided to focus my efforts on a narrow segment that really interests me. I am wanting to acquire a nice example of the major pre-lock 357 models. From there, who knows what i'll branch out to. But for now, my personal collection would be complete with the aforementioned models. I am not looking forward to putting up the bucks for a nice model 27, because I want a like new example with the box. Gonna be eating ramen for a few months to afford that one 
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Posted: 9/28/2015 12:12:13 AM EDT
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That is a nice start and you got some deal on the FGC grips! They are usually over $225. S&W revolvers are a very large field and while I have accumulated a few of them, I think when starting a real collection it is hard to see the end of the road.
You will also need to get into factory original accessories, like the cleaning kits and so on and if you haven't visited the Smith & Wesson forum, I would recommend that. I always keep some spare FGC around. 
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Posted: 9/28/2015 11:47:04 AM EDT
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That is a nice start and you got some deal on the FGC grips! They are usually over $225. S&W revolvers are a very large field and while I have accumulated a few of them, I think when starting a real collection it is hard to see the end of the road. You will also need to get into factory original accessories, like the cleaning kits and so on and if you haven't visited the Smith & Wesson forum, I would recommend that. I always keep some spare FGC around. http://i189.photobucket.com/albums/z159/Andyd173/imagejpg1_zpsf7a12d0d.jpg 
Nice collection of grips. |
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Posted: 9/28/2015 9:11:10 PM EDT
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Nice collection.
You need more snubbies and a model 25/625. My 625 with 3" barrel has become one of my favorite Smith Revolver. |
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Posted: 9/28/2015 9:16:46 PM EDT
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Not a bad start. Here's what I have so far...............
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Posted: 9/28/2015 10:04:31 PM EDT
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OP - you mind if we turn this thread in a S&W collection Share-a-thon?
I am going on the assumption you won't mind the gun porn.. if i am wrong let me know and ill delete start a thread. Model 19-3 Blue Target Hammer / trigger 
686-3 Stainless 
Both: 
29-2 Nickle Target hammer /trigger 
Model 36 - no dash 
Model 27-2 
Model 10-6 
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Posted: 9/28/2015 10:50:52 PM EDT
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A share a thon would be awesome. I love seeing S&W revolver porn. Thread title change inbound. 
come on folks don't be shy - post em up |
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Posted: 9/28/2015 10:52:45 PM EDT
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Tag for the list...
Right now I can't get pictures of them all. |
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Posted: 9/29/2015 12:28:58 AM EDT
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Looks great OP.
Don't have a photo all together yet, but my S&W collection (all pre-lock, pre-MIM) so far is: 66-2 4" .357 19-3 4" nickel NIB .357 686-4+ 4" NIB .357 686-4+ 6" w/original box .357 4 screw 1958 pre-Model 28 4" .357 28-2 6" .357 28-2 6" .357 60-4 3" 38SPL 67-1 4" 38SPL 10-6 4" 38SPL 63 no dash 4" .22LR 5 screw 1952 pre-Model 17 K-22 Masterpiece 6" 22LR 629-4 6" 44 Mag Safety Hammerless Lemon Squeezer 4" in .38 S&W Just started collecting revolvers less than a year ago. Those are just the Smiths. Gotta Colt DS snubbie, and a Ruger 6" GP100, 2.75" Service Six, and a 1958 6.5" Flattop Blackhawk in 44 Mag. Wheel guns are a nasty addiction. 
Need more 3rd Gen semi's, but a 1006 (10MM) and a 3914 (9MM) has got me on my way in that category. |
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Posted: 9/29/2015 12:41:38 AM EDT
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The kid's:
 20150526_121250 by Slick_Rick77, on Flickr
The wife's:  20150409_132722 by Slick_Rick77, on Flickr
Mine:  20150319_093037 by Slick_Rick77, on Flickr
 20150312_104857 by Slick_Rick77, on Flickr
 20140912_184125 by Slick_Rick77, on Flickr
 20140914_094019 by Slick_Rick77, on Flickr
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Posted: 9/29/2015 12:48:23 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: The kid's: https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7740/17957174718_e3f19b60db_b.jpg20150526_121250 by Slick_Rick77, on Flickr The wife's: https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8702/16904206409_d218fe5345_b.jpg20150409_132722 by Slick_Rick77, on Flickr Mine: https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7588/16656361077_44245927da_b.jpg20150319_093037 by Slick_Rick77, on Flickr https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8711/16608797729_03efbdec01_b.jpg20150312_104857 by Slick_Rick77, on Flickr https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3848/15034986939_ecc4d007e4_b.jpg20140912_184125 by Slick_Rick77, on Flickr https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3903/15238744811_d41d1fd7a1_b.jpg20140914_094019 by Slick_Rick77, on Flickr  |
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Posted: 9/29/2015 1:27:44 AM EDT
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I went through a Smith phase. So much cool history.
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Posted: 9/29/2015 9:46:08 AM EDT
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I would like to find period grips for this K-22 Masterpiece.
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Posted: 9/29/2015 10:16:29 AM EDT
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nice collection so far. I decided to collect the ones with the locks they are much easier to find and are usually less expensive than the no lock ones
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Posted: 9/29/2015 12:15:27 PM EDT
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The kid's: <a href="https://flic.kr/p/tmPdqE" target="_blank">https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7740/17957174718_e3f19b60db_b.jpg</a>20150526_121250 by Slick_Rick77, on Flickr The wife's: <a href="https://flic.kr/p/rKLtCD" target="_blank">https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8702/16904206409_d218fe5345_b.jpg</a>20150409_132722 by Slick_Rick77, on Flickr Mine: <a href="https://flic.kr/p/rnScRg" target="_blank">https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7588/16656361077_44245927da_b.jpg</a>20150319_093037 by Slick_Rick77, on Flickr <a href="https://flic.kr/p/riEqVx" target="_blank">https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8711/16608797729_03efbdec01_b.jpg</a>20150312_104857 by Slick_Rick77, on Flickr <a href="https://flic.kr/p/oUAeNK" target="_blank">https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3848/15034986939_ecc4d007e4_b.jpg</a>20140912_184125 by Slick_Rick77, on Flickr <a href="https://flic.kr/p/pdAxVv" target="_blank">https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3903/15238744811_d41d1fd7a1_b.jpg</a>20140914_094019 by Slick_Rick77, on Flickr Is that a model 27 in the 2nd to last picture? It's beautiful |
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Posted: 9/29/2015 7:05:06 PM EDT
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Okay, I'll play....
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Posted: 9/29/2015 7:34:17 PM EDT
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Place holder for my S&W 19-3 and 60 no dash that were both my Dad's carry and backup guns respectively as a LEO
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Posted: 9/29/2015 7:37:54 PM EDT
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I used to have a 296. Used to.
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Posted: 9/29/2015 7:43:13 PM EDT
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is this the S&W poker thread?
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Posted: 9/29/2015 8:19:20 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryYou would place a Ruger in that group of perfection??????    |
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Posted: 9/29/2015 8:25:14 PM EDT
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You would place a Ruger in that group of perfection??????
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You would place a Ruger in that group of perfection??????
there's always a ruger in the woodpile...colt, nagant and taurus too! FBR FBHO
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Posted: 9/29/2015 8:42:51 PM EDT
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Posted: 9/29/2015 9:21:02 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryHey, no fair trying to slip rugers and colts in
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Posted: 9/29/2015 9:48:49 PM EDT
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629, 28, 66. |
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Posted: 9/29/2015 10:19:31 PM EDT
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 My small but growing collection: 610 (no dash), 10mm Auto, 6.5-inch barrel 625-6 (1989), 45 ACP, 5-inch barrel 627-6 PC, 357 Mag, 5-inch barrel Model 10-11 Heavy Barrel, 38 Special +P, 4-inch barrel 442 Moonclip, 38 Special +P, 1-7/8-inch barrel |
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Posted: 9/29/2015 10:36:02 PM EDT
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That 45 Quote HistoryQuoted:
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The kid's: https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7740/17957174718_e3f19b60db_b.jpg20150526_121250 by Slick_Rick77, on Flickr The wife's: https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8702/16904206409_d218fe5345_b.jpg20150409_132722 by Slick_Rick77, on Flickr Mine: https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7588/16656361077_44245927da_b.jpg20150319_093037 by Slick_Rick77, on Flickr https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8711/16608797729_03efbdec01_b.jpg20150312_104857 by Slick_Rick77, on Flickr https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3848/15034986939_ecc4d007e4_b.jpg20140912_184125 by Slick_Rick77, on Flickr https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3903/15238744811_d41d1fd7a1_b.jpg20140914_094019 by Slick_Rick77, on Flickr It's rare but not particularly valuable or collectable. It gets ran hard but always cleans up well. It's my favorite modern Smith. I feel lucky to have it. |
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Posted: 9/29/2015 10:46:44 PM EDT
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Is that a model 27 in the 2nd to last picture? It's beautiful Quote HistoryQuoted:
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The kid's: <a href="https://flic.kr/p/tmPdqE" target="_blank">https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7740/17957174718_e3f19b60db_b.jpg</a>20150526_121250 by Slick_Rick77, on Flickr The wife's: <a href="https://flic.kr/p/rKLtCD" target="_blank">https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8702/16904206409_d218fe5345_b.jpg</a>20150409_132722 by Slick_Rick77, on Flickr Mine: <a href="https://flic.kr/p/rnScRg" target="_blank">https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7588/16656361077_44245927da_b.jpg</a>20150319_093037 by Slick_Rick77, on Flickr <a href="https://flic.kr/p/riEqVx" target="_blank">https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8711/16608797729_03efbdec01_b.jpg</a>20150312_104857 by Slick_Rick77, on Flickr <a href="https://flic.kr/p/oUAeNK" target="_blank">https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3848/15034986939_ecc4d007e4_b.jpg</a>20140912_184125 by Slick_Rick77, on Flickr <a href="https://flic.kr/p/pdAxVv" target="_blank">https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3903/15238744811_d41d1fd7a1_b.jpg</a>20140914_094019 by Slick_Rick77, on Flickr Is that a model 27 in the 2nd to last picture? It's beautiful It's a "357" (pre model number). Thanks. I'm quite fond of it. While I had these in mind I found one literally right around the block from me. We were broke so I about had to beg my wife to get it. It looks better with the original grips.  20140912_082849 by Slick_Rick77, on Flickr
The other set is my shootin' stocks. |
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Posted: 9/30/2015 11:37:08 PM EDT
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My collection of blasters.
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Posted: 10/1/2015 12:05:05 AM EDT
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Very nice collections here.
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Posted: 10/1/2015 7:14:16 PM EDT
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Does anyone here have a way of verifying whether or not a revolver is from a run of Lew Hortons?
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Posted: 10/1/2015 7:41:49 PM EDT
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One of 4,000 Pre model 22 anyone?
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Posted: 10/1/2015 7:56:35 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOutstanding. How did you acquire that? |
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Posted: 10/1/2015 7:58:49 PM EDT
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Outstanding. How did you acquire that? Quote HistoryQuoted:
Outstanding. How did you acquire that? An estate auction. |
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Posted: 10/2/2015 12:15:04 AM EDT
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I got a few old S&W revolvers ...
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Posted: 10/2/2015 9:27:08 PM EDT
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Lemme see here
My late father's Model 65 3" Topeka PD issue Model 36 Model 19 2.5" barrel Model 15-3 Model 10-5 thin tube Model 10-8 heavy barrel K38 4" K38 6" Model 12 Model 28 NYSP marked Then there are the semiautos: 622 915 6906 Sigma 40 Model 39 659 I think that's it, could be more 
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Posted: 10/3/2015 1:12:16 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryDamn!
Spax you lucky SOB, nice find!!! |
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Posted: 10/4/2015 3:08:52 AM EDT
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All I have are a couple of 29-2's
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Posted: 10/4/2015 10:54:53 AM EDT
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All I have are a couple of 29-2's <a href="http://s72.photobucket.com/user/tenmikemike/media/009.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://i72.photobucket.com/albums/i187/tenmikemike/009.jpg</a> fine ones at that. |
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Posted: 10/4/2015 1:47:06 PM EDT
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Posted: 10/4/2015 2:27:42 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryI see that you are a glutton for punishment
Nice collection of snubbies. |
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Posted: 10/4/2015 2:51:30 PM EDT
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  Really clean Mod. 13, hardly fired, LNIB. I fixed that. |
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Posted: 10/4/2015 3:11:02 PM EDT
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I see that you are a glutton for punishment
Nice collection of snubbies. Quote HistoryQuoted:
I see that you are a glutton for punishment
Nice collection of snubbies. Never been recoil sensitive...
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Posted: 10/4/2015 6:41:04 PM EDT
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hopefully I can contribute this week, I have a trade in the works; a Mossberg 590 for a model 19-4
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Posted: 10/5/2015 10:58:21 PM EDT
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My small but growing collection: 610 (no dash), 10mm Auto, 6.5-inch barrel 625-6 (1989), 45 ACP, 5-inch barrel 627-6 PC, 357 Mag, 5-inch barrel Model 10-11 Heavy Barrel, 38 Special +P, 4-inch barrel 442 Moonclip, 38 Special +P, 1-7/8-inch barrel Glad to see the 627, I picked one up a couple of months ago and it is fantastic to shoot. I only have 3 Smith's, a 629, 627, and my grandad's 38spl. Pics coming. |
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