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Old 12-27-2012, 03:01 AM
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I don't know about the Model 10 being used by the AF during Viet Nam. What I do know is that during my two tours, the Model 15 was definitely not in short supply, but then I didn't go over for my first tour until 1970. My issue revolver was a Model 15 and I knew lots of guys that were carrying them - from pilots to the SP to ammo troops. We also were allowed to use personal weapons on the air crews and some guys I knew did. I was happy with the Model 15, so I did not.
SCSW mentions 133,000 Model 10s that were purchased by the military over a period of 12 years, but it says nothing about which 12 year span this was. Nor does it say which branches received them. I do remember something about Warner Robbins AFB having some, but I don't know where I saw that reference.
I don't know if this helps, but I offer it as information for the mix.
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