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Originally Posted by Bullseye Smith
Some people don't like the locks, so be it. But don't tell people what and not to buy. I would take a lock on a new S&W over that other junk and tupperware that is made. That is like saying if you own a glock then you need to put your butt on a plane and move to where they are made. Nothing is wrong with the new Smith's, pull the lock stuff out and put a plug in it. That will solve the problem, I didn't come up with the plug for the money, I did it so a young person can buy a new Smith and be proud to own it. There are a bunch out there already that are very happy with it and the looks of the guns after the fact. This forum is a family, the people in the 1856 section has respect for this section and like wise from here. So don't cry about it, do something to help. That is like telling your kid not to buy a ford but buy a toy instead. I have olds ones and I have new ones and I support S&W 100%, because I what my Great Grand Child to be able to buy a new one and be proud of it. Then take it to the range with one of mine and have fun.
My 2 cents
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Morning, Bullseye Smith, and All,
This is a great post, and absolutely true! One thing we sometimes forget, in this otherwise outstanding hobby of ours, is that old 1960's phrase, "different strokes for different folks". Some folks like having an IL, and some don't; some folks live in States that require such a lock before the gun can even be sold there(!); and some folks simply don't care, one way or the other.
To make such a huge deal out of this, is, in my humble opinion, more damaging than productive, especially when new folks come on board, and start to get that warm and fuzzy feeling of being with others of like mind, only to find this type of "argument without end"!
As to 642's, I have one "without", and will very soon have one "with". I look forward to comparing the two, when I can, and fully expect them to be pretty much the same in every way but the IL. And, even though I'll be leaving my IL as it is, for a little while, I am definitely going to order "The Plug" from you, Bullseye Smith, and I thank you, VERY much, for having come up with this simple, yet very elegant solution for those so inclined to remedy "the problem". I'll be talking to you soon, and sending payment for your neat gizmo. Take care, and God Bless!
Every Good Wish,
Doc (who has lots of Smith & Wesson pistols, and loves them all!) [By the way, the .41 Maggie Smiths are the top 'o the heap, IMHO!]