Originally Posted by gkitch

I've always loved the 22 Caliber Combat Masterpiece and have owned a good Model 18 for some time.

When I was 14 I did a great deal of reading and decided the Model 18 should be my first handgun. When the time came there were none to be had anywhere so I bought the 4" nickel plated kit gun and have been very happy with it. I still have it, but still harbor a fondness for the K-frame.

I was very recently blessed to stumble upon this 1952 example and a good price so happily added it to the battery. I just love the hammers on these older Smiths. Looking forward to getting her to the range.