Recent content by MagnumForce73

A while back, I learned of a special type of Model 19 known as a "Smython" or "Smolt", essentially a Model 19 with a Colt Python barrel. I've been wondering, though: is it possible to put a Colt Anaconda barrel on a Model 29 and make a "Smithaconda"?

I usually only shoot factory ammo out of this gun, but back when I first got it, my uncle gave my father and I some .357 and .38 ammo that I believe was reloaded.

Believe me, I ONLY shoot 158 grain bullets out of my Model 19 after reading this one article that a thread linked me to.

As for the carbon ring, that gave me another idea: when I first had the revolver, my father and I fired a few handloaded .38 Special rounds through it that my uncle had given us, so I'm wondering if those fouled up the chambers.

Both good ideas. I'll give the "one round at a time" thing a shot (no pun intended) next time I'm at the range.

I love my Model 19-3 snubby, but a lot of the time, it has trouble extracting spent .357 shells. I press the ejector rod, and they'll only go out a little bit before they stick and I have to push really hard on the rod to get the shells out. I've cleaned the gun regularly and this still happens...

I've been doing some research on the Smith & Wesson M76 SMG, and according to one source I read, the receiver tube for the M76 is the same size as the one for the Sten gun. Is this true?

I agree, you'd be lucky to get it for under a grand. Mine isn't nearly as nice and I paid more, but that's just because somebody tried to outbid me.

Yes, it's been quite enjoyable so far.

Another reason why I bought that particular model. If I buy a gun, I intend to take it out for some quality time out on the range, and I want something that'll last a while and won't be too expensive to replace.

And that's why I imported mine through GunBroker. I knew those weren't being made anymore, and the chances of finding one in a gun store in my state were pretty much zip.

I certainly do enjoy it. Of all the handguns I've ever fired, my 19-3 is thus far my favorite.

To me, external condition was never a big priority. I just wanted a good, cheap alternative to a Colt Python snub-nose, and based on how the gun's been doing, I'd say it fulfills that role well.

You're welcome. It's been an awesome gun to shoot, though I must also add that it has some difficulty extracting .357 shells, even after multiple cleanings.

Though I must ask: how often did he draw the weapon?