Recent content by drotis

What is the most sought after Model 27 barrel length? Personally, I like a 4 inch barrel in this size gun. But what am I missing? This wouldn't be a carry piece. Would likely be a safe queen, out occasionally for target practice. I'm more of a collector than a shooter, truth be told. N frames...

Just today I got in the mail the Streamlight TLR 1s. Easy install. It's blinding! Like it so far. Bought on Amazon.

I'm not sure why. When I was looking for a full size polymer 9mm, everyone said get a Glock. But the M&P 9 felt so natural in my hand, I went with it. First range trip last week - 5 full mags, 2 different brands of ammo, not a single hiccup. Right out of the box. I read many complaints...

Hahahahaha! I think you all are right - this is the best Forum I've been a part of, so far. And either you all are clairvoyant, or this disease follows a predictable course - because I've been searching out a Model 27 as next on the list!!!

It all started when I went to a small town gun show in Southern Indiana the 1st week of January. I saw a Model 66 no dash and it was love at first sight. I left with it. Now I find myself going to gun shows every weekend, joining forums like this, etc. picked up my 4th today. Clockwise from the...

That is all great info, guys. I'm sure that there are many guns out there that have not seen much daylight. That being said, there are just as many dishonest people who try to pass off something redone as "new". I look forward to having the opportunity to educate myself by looking at lots of...

There are a lot of really nice looking older revolvers out there. It's hard to believe that so many have sat in safes or sock drawers for decades (or is it?). Is there a way to tell if a gun has been refinished vs original and barely used? Or is that something that comes with experience and...

Thanks for the info, all. And yes, by "solid" I meant "high quality and dependable".

Agreed to buy a Model 649 no dash snubby today. Plan to carry when the situation fits. I know it can handle occasional +P loads. Just wondering if it's worth it. Out of a 2" barrel am I just getting more recoil and muzzle flash? Am I better off with a solid .38 spl hollow point defensive round...

Thanks for the warm welcome's. I love the site so far.

Sig P 229 in 357 sig is what the US Secret Service carries. It's a reliable gun and a great, but $, round. I'd be all over it for $600.

Thanks for the replies.

Fully recognizing that this is a complete Newbie question, can I shoot +P ammo in the Model 10-8 I picked up over the weekend? Not a steady diet, but I could see myself carrying this gun occasionally.

I'm just across the river from Louisville, KY, where we were just on the northern edge of this big snowstorm. I've only recently begun to appreciate revolvers. I bought a Model 66 no dash at a gun show after Christmas. What a beautiful gun. It looked like it had been sitting in someone's sock...