Hi Guys.
I was recently lucky enough to have my dad give me his model 13-2 pinned barrel S&W revolver. It has the nickel finish. It has very few rounds through it. I'd say maybe 100. He bought it off a guy back in the early 80's who had just bought it and needed cash.
Anyway, I have 2 questions.
Should i treat this as a safe queen and avoid shooting it. I really dont want to. I want to shoot the heck out of it.
And my other question is, Is there anything special I need to care for the nickel plating? Is hoppes solvent and regular gun cleaning oils safe to get on the finish?
Thanks for any help!