I have a opportunity to purchase a 586 and would appreciate some input on the gun. The current owner claims it's a Combat Masterpiece, but I'm no expert and thought that name was K38/K22 specific. It has target grips, and what looks like a target hammer...not sure of the trigger being a target type though.
S/N is BFR2xxx which the owner figures put it in the 10 to 15 yr old range. Unfortunately he's not the original owner.
Round count's unknown, but he claims it's been used for a few PPC competitions with .38 special rounds only. Finish is 95%, and looks good in the photos I've seen.
What puzzles me is the front sight, I've not seen one like this on a S&W before. Is it a S&W unique piece of gear or an add on?
What do others feel about this particular revolver in general? Is it a worthwhile gun to acquire for target work at the range. I'd like a K38, they're just a little rare in Canada right now.
Thanks,
Crusader
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