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M49 1976 Bodyguard
This is the one that I always keep an eye out for. . .no aluminum, shrouded hammer you can utilize, and pinned. Today I finally struck a deal with the local pawn shop which was for $365. I don't think it has ever been fired. Looks like another dresser drawer gun. It has a tiny spot on the right grip that I will touch up. The way I figure is that I just paid right at $400 each for the two Airweights I bought my wife this year so, this is a bargain for a 40 year old J Frame. I'm putting some wadcutters in it for backyard use, and will shoot it tomorrow. The old finish is so bright that it's hard to get good pictures.
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08-26-2015, 01:23 PM
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Congrats Doc that was a great deal you got on the Bodyguard. I have always liked those little humpbacks.
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08-26-2015, 01:33 PM
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Doc, great find. I have been a fan since 1970. Still carry my 38 like a wallet in my hip pocket. That price was a bargain. Any day of the week.
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08-26-2015, 01:41 PM
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Good score I have a model 38 but I would love to have the 49 a keeper for sure
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08-26-2015, 08:33 PM
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Congrats on a great gun at a great price! 
Thanks for the photos.
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08-27-2015, 10:55 PM
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Wow. That's a heckuva deal especially from a pawn or gun store. Ya'll must be buds, or do alot of business together.
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08-27-2015, 11:34 PM
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Very nice handgun. I've always like the model 49.
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08-28-2015, 01:50 AM
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Very nice looking, good deal too.
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08-28-2015, 02:04 PM
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Nice piece. I have a 649 that is a great shooter. IMO, the humpbacks don't get the credit they deserve. It is my favorite carry J frame.
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08-28-2015, 04:15 PM
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Nice piece. I have a 649 that is a great shooter. IMO, the humpbacks don't get the credit they deserve. It is my favorite carry J frame.
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I totally agree. My 71 vintage Model 49 is currently the only J frame I have.
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08-28-2015, 04:38 PM
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My favorite belt carry J frame too. Smooth flash chrome trigger and hammer on it when purchased used.
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09-01-2015, 09:24 PM
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Was never a big fan of the bodyguard j-frame until I purchased one. That one looks nice and $375 is a good price these days.
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09-01-2015, 11:42 PM
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Great price on a beautiful gun. Carry and enjoy it
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