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I also have very small, thin finger hands. I'm only 5'5" and about 125 lbs, and my hands are smaller than many female hands. I find that the stock magna grips work best on most of my J and K frames. I put some Ahrends on my 586 and they feel perfect for me. On my 19-3 are smooth target grips...

I've read about the Eagle Grips being made in India and not having great quality. Seems a lot of the complaints were with fit. You will really like the Ahrends. Excellent grips.

The Model 65 is the stainless steel version of the Model 13. Production started in 1972 and was available with 3", 4", or 6" barrel. I think they are rated for both .38 +P and .357.

I agree with what sodacan wrote about the Smith's, and can add that I appreciate the beautiful deep bluing of the earlier models. Not sure what changed in the process, but the newer bluing appears to be not as rich.

I just picked up a beautiful 586 from a guy who said he has 18 more Smith's in his safe. I gotta' say my little (current) collection 5 has me a bit envious.

Been a member of the NRA for a number of years. No duffel bag offered when I signed up. I failed to mention that some of my Smith's have pristine finishes that need protected, so I'm thinking that the gun rug suggestions in a cheaper bag is probably the best solution. I did find this nicely...

I wasn't sure if this would be the correct (or best) section for this topic, but I've been searching for the best case or bag for carrying my S&W's to the range or wherever. Seems most range bags are geared more towards semi-autos, but I've got all revolvers with barrels from 6" to 2" (L thru J...

I also now use Ren Wax on my S&W's. There's a reason many of the world's top museums use it for their collections, including the National Firearm Museum.

Welcome. I'm also new and live just west of Pittsburgh.

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This Kimber is still available.

Beautiful handgun and great photos! I have a 586-3 coming in tomorrow from a trade. Supposed to be in pristine condition. Got a new pair of Ahrend Retro grips in moradillo coming in also. Are the grips on yours the stained maple? Very nice!

Thank you all for the warm welcome. I appreciate it. It is pretty impressive the wealth of knowledge and experience here. Les, I'm going to look into the PA Collector's Association. I'm not familiar with it.

Item has bee traded for another fine S&W through this forum. Kimber Custom II in .45ACP with Stainless barrel, rubber Kimber grips, and two magazines in original Kimber case. This is in excellent condition (pretty much mint). Magazines show a bit of surface wear. Also includes an unused set of...

What are you looking to trade for the 36?