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Old 08-17-2017, 05:11 PM
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This thing is for sale locally. It's a Rock Island .38. Couple of reviews aren't bad. For $275 bucks I'm thinking a glove box gun for my Jeep for hunting season ( I don't want any of my S&W's
bouncing around the Jeep). Anybody ever had any experience with one ??


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Old 08-17-2017, 05:14 PM
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i've shot one

nothing special

i'd spend the money on a well worn SW M10
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Old 08-17-2017, 05:18 PM
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I've seen the snub versions at gun shows. A bit rough looking but for the price sure beats a thumb in the eye.
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A couple years ago they could be bought for $200, price increase might reflect sales. My LGS usually has a 206(snub) in stock, he sells them without a problem.
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Yes. I have a Model 206 and have no problems with it. Not as smooth as a Smith but still a good shooter and seems sound. I have 152 rounds downrange with it.



I bought it new for $239 at a gun show back in Oct 2015. I love the finish. cleans up easily.
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If the revolver is as good as their pistols it should be fine.

Where are you going to get lucky and find a beater Model 10 for that price?
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Some states have melt down laws and this one might not pass.
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I've got one and really like mine. Surprisingly good trigger. Bought mine at Buds, they currently have them listed for $230.00

(makes an excellent truck gun )

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Yes. I have a Model 206 and have no problems with it. Not as smooth as a Smith but still a good shooter and seems sound. I have 152 rounds downrange with it.



I bought it new for $239 at a gun show back in Oct 2015. I love the finish. cleans up easily.
The snubbies (above) are beginning to be seen again at gun shows at around the same price. I very nearly bought a new one several years ago for, I think, $175. I'd say it's a pretty good deal for use as a utility shooter. I have never fired one, but some of the reviews I have read are not bad.
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Funny I just found a beater model 10 yesturday here in florida priced at $250 could probably get it for $200. I'm involved already with a gun purchase there so I passed. A little pitting no rust been shot a lot. Pm me if anybody is in sw florida interested. I would personally prefer the new rock island over it as they make a solid gun.
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