Recent content by E&J

Sold locally. New, unused Ziess Conquest scope. I bought this with the intention of mounting on a rifle that has factory sights on the barrel. The rear sight on the barrel is in the way so I have decided to go with a smaller scope. These go for $699-799 online. This Ziess scope has a lifetime...

A few more naked pics...

I finally got a chance to clean it up a bit and take some pictures. There are a few flaws in the nickel, but overall it's in good shape and shoots well. The target grips feel great but they are not in the best condition. This is definitely a shooter but she sure is purdy! Scratches in the...

DWalt, Thanks for the details. I have received more photos from the seller which show the N on the rear of the cylinder. I also did some "Pre-negotiation" of the price and dropped it down another $100. I did point out the erroneous advertising as a Target model which helped - I think. The...

The seller has replied and agreed to an inspection period. The Serial # is D8189xx which seem correct. Whether its a factory nickel I don't know. I think all the responses here indicate there is no "Target" model, which I agree with. Now its time for the fun part. Thanks guys, any other things I...

Hello enthusiests, I am looking at a M10-6 "target" with nickel finish online. The seller has no info on the gun but I'm waiting to at least get the serial number from him. I did request an inspection period as well. The S&W catalog shows 10-6 4" were produced in nickel but says nothing about a...

That's how I do it and it works every time.

I found my M27 on Armslist. There were a few nice revolvers in my area a year ago but it seems there are becoming harder to find. I just bought a model 19 from a fellow member on Rugerforum.net and got a great deal. You just have to keep searching in a few different places every day including...

Let's just say I did better than that. I'll post a full write up in a few weeks with better photos. My mind is at ease, thanks!

If you walked into your LGS and you saw this gun, what would the price tag have to say to make you really think about it? I'm not really sure what a nice 19 without any box etc. goes for. Seems like they are going for $550-$700?

I have no affiliation with any law-enforcement agency. An unfired pinned and recessed 19–4 must have some value. The agreed-upon price is reason enough for me to purchase this particular revolver even if I never shoot it. By the time I retire it will be over 60 years old so I'm betting it will...

I have the serial number now. 40K91XX No prefix. Somewhere today I read the 19-4 weren't made until 1977 but that must be wrong... 824tsv - thanks for the info. I would still be interested in opinions of value. I'm guessing $700 unfired?

I have a gentleman's agreement to purchase a Model 19-4 New Mexico State Police Commemorative revolver. Can anyone tell me how many were made and any relevant info to this gun? I do not have the serial number yet but there is a "165" stamped on the left side of the frame (see photo below). The...

Nice collection. I'm guessing your looking for a 5"? Interesting story (maybe): When I went to buy my M27 the seller insisted it was a 5". He was asking $600. I immediately jumped in my truck and drove 1 hour to meet him. When I saw it was a 6" I feigned my disappointment and offered him $500...

That's what I'm afraid of. Which is better? Admiring (and shooting) a newly acquired S&W, or researching the history or the gun? Easy answer: both.