They were carried by almost every PD in the country at one time or another......The heavy barrel pistols were about the perfect pistol during their time...In the old days and I can talk about the old days they were well finished, reliable, and would take abuse by their respective partners,,Sort of like a old loyal courage's dog..;..You don't see that kind of fit or finish anymore..Sad to say.......Most shot POA at critical range and no misfires, well unless you never cleaned them or changed ammo once in a while. Like a lot of old guys I digress. 73 now and hoping..