Recent content by JohnnyW

As you can tell, I'm not a photographer Correct factory grips have been located

Finally got it home and took a few pictures. Model 1905 6 1/2 inch barrel Birth year 1906/7

The 5th edition of the SCSM identifies the ABT triple alpha as 1983.

Just a few miles south of Macon, Warner Robins

Limited photos right now, but here's what I found

Yep, I was afraid that was going to be the case. Of the three styles, this is the one I've not yet located. Looks like the search is on. Thank you for the picture. It definitely removes any question.

Thank you for the welcome. Yes, it's a square butt. That's the number from the butt of the grip and the underside of the barrel. I've got a few pictures on my phone. I'll post them when I can figure out how to get them on my computer.

Looks like I'm picking up a Model 1905. Serial number 90642 (think that indicates it was born in the 1906/7 time frame). Blued finish and 6 1/2 inch barrel. It looks to be in very good condition with one exception. The grips are plastic faux pearl and cracked. My CDO (that's OCD but in...

Appreciate the info. It took me a bit to do a little research on "roving J" but I think I got there. The year 1971 makes sense. Many thanks

I walked by the display case at the range a couple weeks ago and noticed a small S&W revolver sitting on top of a little blue box. Turns out it was a consignment they had from an estate sale. I recognized it as what we used to call a "Chief Special". It was in great shape and came with the...