Recent content by DocBrick

Hi everyone, Just started my first batch of .44 magnum reloads tonight (I've been reloading .357 and .38 for a while now) and got a little over zealous at first with my Redding Profile Crimp die. The case has a bulge in the side. The bulge does not go completely around the case, but only half...

Just wanted to let everyone know that I took the revolver to the range and my God does it shoot well. Thanks again to everyone for their advice and insight. I love those old revolvers. About 20 rounds at 12 yards standing.

I am currently battling Smith and Wesson to get my canted barrel fixed on my 586 Classic Reproduction. It went back to the factory two weeks ago for a canted barrel and a large bur on the frame (poor machining of the frame). They fixes the bur and reblued the whole gun. Looks great. Barrel is...

You guys are awesome! Thank you. You literally turned my day around. :) I do have a question about ammo choices. See as the revolver was made pre-heat treatment. Should I never run FMJ ammo through it(factory loads or light reloads)? Or should it just eat a diet of lead for the rest of its...

Even those super dark patches of pitty cancer? Maybe I am just freaking out for nothing then. I just have no seen pitting this bad before on a firearm I have owned. Don't want to barrel to burst mid shooting session.

Hello all, First time poster, long time reader. My first adventure into vintage Smith and Wesson may be a failure. I recently purchased second hand a SW Model 1905 .38 Special, serial number 189890. I am assuming its a 3rd change based on what I read. Gun is great working order. Nice...