Recent content by copasj

Because it was on sale! I really like the P220's, but the G10 grips and SRT kit are necessary for me. This one came with both from the factory. Sent from my Nexus 6 using Tapatalk

Thank you for the info, I didn't realize there was a recall. I know very little about S&W Autos, aside that my dad has a 5906 and likes it. That is how I found this one actually. My dad has been having issues finding a holster he likes for his 5906, so I called Kramer to order him one...

found a 5926 here locally for $425 on an LGS website, which seems like a good price. I know these guns are supposed to last forever, and be accurate, but that is about it. I can't seem to find comprehensive specs. All I mainly find is barrel length and that the frame is steel. It would...

Check the post just above yours =p.

Decided to dredge up my old thread. I had the 696 bead blasted and the hammer and trigger cerakoted. Bead blasting took care of the frame damage for the most part. Not entirely, you can see it if you look for it. But it's a working gun, not a collectors piece. I have already received the 44...

Yes, it is. Loss of .035ish inches of material going from 357 to 429, making the forcing cone weaker. Plus the additional area of the bullet for the pressure to act on. I'm sure it can handle more than the SAAMI 15,500 PSI limit, but I'm not qualified to accurately estimate how much it...

Re.. Skeeter loads Sorry to dredge up an old topic, but I picked up a 696-1 a little while back. I haven't done any loading for it, but it had been abused by the previous owner. I am assuming they were using Skeeter loads or something similar. There was a lot of leading in the barrel and he...

I know the info is out there, but I haven't been able to find pictures that I could decipher =p. Exactly what is one looking for as far as "flame cutting" or other damage from lightweight .357 ammo in K-Frames?

Nope, I'm in Washington. I agree, I don't think my description was very good. But the picture makes it look worse than it is (I think, I am no expert in this stuff). With that said, the scratches are not bad enough to feel with the pad of my finger, but I can if I drag my fingernail across...

No, the hammer doesn't push off. At least if what you are asking is if the hammer will fall if you wiggle it around while it is cocked. It still seems to index and lock up fine. It seems mechanically sound even though it's been abused a little. I don't know what they used, but it makes you...

Here is a picture of what I am working with. Don't know if a kitchen pad will cut it. Sent from my DROID3 using Tapatalk

I picked up a 696-1 the other day, and from the looks of things the hammer and trigger had the finish roughly buffed off. Is my assumption correct that a standard L frame hammer and trigger can be used for a replacement? Also, what would be the best way to buff out the minor scratches etc on...

I realize I may be a little late to this conversation, but I am considering picking one of these up for hiking and general woods stuff. I noticed a lot of people are saying it's too heavy for a carry gun, but how much does it weigh? My everyday carry gun is about 34 oz. unloaded and about 40...

Just as an update. A lot of people have counselled me to hold onto the 38 super, and trade off some of my more mundane and little used pistols. So that's what I am going to do. Also, a lot have suggested N-Frames so I will fondle some at the local stores before I decide that's a straight...

Here are some pictures. They are not great, but maybe you all can help me figure out it's condition. http://i1205.photobucket.com/albums/bb424/copasj/Snapbucket/4A82B531-orig.jpg http://i1205.photobucket.com/albums/bb424/copasj/Snapbucket/B4C30A89-orig.jpg...