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Agreed. I'm thinking a cheap pair that needs refinishing would be perfect. Does anybody have a suggestion for stripping the old finish without "melting" the checkered area of the wood? What kind of finish does smith put on the target grips from the factory? Maybe I can use a solvent.

I was wondering if they are original. I like the look that person created. My only gripe with the standard targets is they look a bit "blocky" and disproportionate on the guns that don't have a shrouded ejector, or full lug.

I'm looking for another pair of grips for my Model 18. I like the style shown on the M13 shown in the link below. What are they called? Smith & Wesson Model 4in 13-1 357mag Nickel : Revolvers at GunBroker.com

That's a sweet revolver...I'd be proud to have it. Is it going to be a shooter?

Here is a pic of the left side grip frame...

So does anybody have an opinion as to the finish being original, or not? Are there any areas other than the TM logo that might help confirm? Like I said, it's a fine gun and I won't be getting rid of it regardless. I took it out today and was hitting clay pigeons at 40 yards. I doubt I will...

It already has:) I debated even asking the question because I don't think I'd get rid of it regardless of the outcome. It has been nagging at me so I decided I need to put it to rest.

Here they are together... The Pre-10... VVVVVVVVVVV And the 18-2 VVVVVVVVVVV

Thanks for the replies guys! OK, I'm going to lay my cards on the table. I already bought the gun but didn't want you guys to pull any punches so I didn't want to say I already own it. I picked the gun up off armslist, described as 99% original condition. I paid $650 which I thought was at...

Thanks for the offer for serial look-up. See below. I have been told approx 1966.

First post here and just want to start off by saying hello. I've been lurking for a while and this site seems to be the best place to get an opinion on the gun purchase I'm considering. It's a model 18-2 with no box. I've seen the gun in person and the bluing is breath taking. Appears to...