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06-19-2017, 09:15 PM
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S&W 15-3
I was given this revolver by my Dad before he passed away. It does have the wooden grips. What can you tell me about this handgun.
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06-19-2017, 09:45 PM
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I can tell you the 15-3 shoots sweet, low recoil, handles great.Mine has smooth target stocks,and I love the feel of the combat guns...Makes me look good!...As far as value, to you that one is priceless.....
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06-19-2017, 11:11 PM
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15K5578 would indicate your Model 15-3 Combat Masterpiece (nickel finish) was made in 1977.
It was your dad's. Hang onto it.
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06-19-2017, 11:47 PM
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15K5578 would indicate your Model 15-3 Combat Masterpiece (nickel finish) was made in 1977.
It was your dad's. Hang onto it.
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Most likely Nov/Dec time frame.
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06-20-2017, 02:02 AM
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I like to think that configuration (with the elegant barrel profile) is the best balanced revolver S&W ever made. It shots well and looks like a work of art. I dress mine up with some Ahrends (wood) grips, but there are a lot of wood grips that you could buy for less than $100 that would make that gun pop. BTW, love the nickel finish.
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06-20-2017, 03:38 PM
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One of the best shooting police revolvers ever made. I've got a 15-3, a pre-15, and a 67 no dash. All are laser accurate.
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Keep it and hand it down to your heirs too.
Shoot the heck out of it first.
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