Originally Posted by M29since14

I can't tell much from the picture but I think, judging from what you have said, that you lean toward taking a chance on this old gun. I'd encourage you to do it, IF you don't mind having the gun out of your hands for the repairs. I can't imagine S&W won't make any needed repairs when they install the new firing pin bushing, and while they may not do it for free, their repair charges have always been reasonable, in my experience. And... there is always a good chance this revolver will work fine, like the seller claims, and you have to do nothing! It seems worth the risk, to me. Good luck!