I bought one when they were first introduced, around 1986 I think. Still have it. 4" blued. I've shot the hell out of it and it still looks and feels like new. You can't wear these things out. Sure, doesn't have the classic lines of an S&W, and the trigger pull is a little stiffer, but my GP would be one of the last guns I would ever part with. Oh, did I mention it's accurate too????

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'Merica!