Recent content by macdab

Yes, I have created squibs for training purposes. As stated above by some: The slide isn't cycling if there is no powder in the case.

I agree with what others have said about the Model 41.

I have purchased 1,000's of brass cases direct from Starline over the years and I have found it to the best choice for me. I will continue to use them. I say buy the cases you found with confidence.

I too, would like to know where you got this information; "is still true of all 1911's", that is a broad statement. Where are you getting this? I personally own 10 custom 1911s and only one pistol failed to feed in the first 200 rounds. The rest of the custom 1911s ran without failure and my...

Weekend Bump for a Great Gun.

I have reduced the price by $100.00 before I list it on Gun Broker.

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More Images of this nice Model 41 Pistol

SPF: Smith and Wesson Model 41 - 7 inch barrel – 1985 – $995.00 - Lightly Used and in Exceptional Condition with Original Box, Papers and 2 (10) round magazines. Asking: $1,095.00 Reduced to: $995.00 Features: 1) Original Box 2) Two Magazines 3) Manual and Parts Diagram are included...

Yes, I agree. I was looking for a deal and hoping $300 profit would be tempting.

Great buy, wish I could find one for that price. I would pay you $800 for it. Nice photos, Dean

Thanks for all the information and help. I was also hoping someone who owned both the new model 63 and old model 63 would comment about comparison of the two in this area.

Thanks Doug M. for the above information. I just now removed the grips and crane for cleaning and found the number stamped on the crane is also stamped on the frame underneath the grips. So, it looks like it all matches. However, the number is not similar to the serial number of the gun...

I just purchased my first old model 63 revolver with pin barrel and I have questions. Overall condition is very good. Should the number stamped on the crane match the serial number of the gun? Mine does not. The crane fit is very good and looks original to the gun. Also, when the cylinder...

Yes, both cosmetic and function upgrades on about half of them.