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Model 15-3 with ivories
Shipped in 1970. I had these ivory grips made several years ago and thought they looked pretty good on this revolver.
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05-06-2011, 11:34 AM
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WOW!! the word is breathtaking >>>>>>>>
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That is a stunning combination. I've always thought the four inch Model 15 was the best looking Smith & Wesson revolver ever made, and those ivories make it even better. Thanks for posting.
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05-06-2011, 11:39 AM
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Doc, thanks for the picture. That is a stunning combination.
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05-06-2011, 12:00 PM
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That is a Stunning Model 15-3 and the ivory grips just make it breath taking.
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05-06-2011, 03:21 PM
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"thought they looked pretty good " Now thats an understatement, no if ands or buts about it. You don't have to be an artist to appreciate the beauty.
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05-06-2011, 03:45 PM
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Sorry, my jaw hit the keyboard.
Beautiful gun!
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05-06-2011, 04:31 PM
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Outstanding.... gun looks brand new.
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05-06-2011, 04:34 PM
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The epitome of what a S&W should look like!
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05-06-2011, 08:39 PM
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That is a stunning revolver!
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05-06-2011, 09:17 PM
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It doesn't happen often, but when that photo came up it took my breath away!
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05-07-2011, 10:30 AM
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Now that I got most of the drool out of my keyboard..WOW..I forgot how pretty a model 15 could be. Was my first duty gun. An awesome example of what Smith revolvers were when their quality was the greatest. Note: quality statement is JMHO of course.
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05-07-2011, 11:47 AM
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Now I have to refinish one of my 15s
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05-09-2011, 06:39 AM
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Theres something about Ivories and a nice blued gun that really is appealing. Nice looking gun Doc.
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Lookin' good there, Doc!
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05-10-2011, 05:33 PM
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It looks unfired, which somehow seems a shame. Beautiful, though.
Me want.
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Does your 15 have a sister? Wow! That made an impression on my mind! Beautiful picture...
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The ivory on that gun is sweet . Nice contrast. Nice photo. Thanks for sharing.
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05-11-2011, 12:02 AM
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About twice a year I get a little sick in my belly from seeing something so beautiful I don't think I can take it.
This is three already this year. I'm getting old.
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05-11-2011, 12:36 AM
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Man thats got to be one of the ugliest guns I've ever seen!!
Sorry, somebody had to say it. I was afraid your head was about to explode. 
Some things in life, just by their very nature, are beautiful. THAT is a prime example..............
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Doc, don't you just love Ivories?
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05-11-2011, 08:03 AM
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Drool. Drool. Drool. Wipe. Drool.
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Doc, great photography of a beautiful firearm. I won't mention the grips as they are out of this world pretty.
Thanks for the pix
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Doc, if you ever put all your photos into a book I will be first in line to buy it!
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That is a piece to be proud of, I was just considering a 15 that is sitting at a local shop.... Might have to revisit it this weekend and see if I can make her mine. Then a search for the grips LOL
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I don't run Smith and Wesson, but if I did, I would post THAT pic at every inspection station I had in the factory.....everyone that worked there would see THAT gun every day, and know that is what I expected to leave in a box.....
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Bill, You are starting to get on my nerves! That is stunning Doc.
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