Recent content by markmodel10

The only way I know to be sure if it's a round or square butt is to remove the grips. Most grip sellers have photos to compare to be sure you get the right ones.

You might want to look at Altamont grips. I have a set of the Classic panel with medallions in Super Walnut on mine. They were only $48. I don't see the Super Walnut offered on their web sight now though. They have a new classic look that I think matches the new classic revolver.

The prices on the new guns scares me more than the lock.

Most people use X's as placeholders to indicate the correct number of digits, such as DXXXXXX.

I've heard many people call an older gun in good shape a "Chief's gun" due to the lack of wear. This is probably what was meant.

I hope you have some sort of gun rug or sock to store it in. Maybe some one with more knowledge can suggest something.

You may want to do a search on here for the revolver check-out procedure. When you look at the gun, you want to check for things like hammer push off, end shake, etc.

If you are going to Cerakote them anyway, could you fill the stampings with something like a soft solder?

I start in the 1961-1980 forum and work my way through the rest. Sometimes it takes a while.

That would keep me interested, too. I don't think I would have let that one go either.

Lots of conversion grip options out there but they will be either the combat or target style which are larger than the magna style you have pictured. Altamont and Ahrends are just a couple. I would check out the Classifieds forum here to see what you can find.

Be careful while shopping for rim fire snap caps. Many are labeled "not for dry fire...". Unlike center fire snap caps with a spring loaded center, most rim fire are solid with no way to absorb the shock.

The Model 19 is one of my favorites too. Here's a pic of mine. Not sure if the stocks are original and they are a little big for my hands but I love the way they look.

Here's my 10-5 5". I believe it shipped around 1969 or 70.

Thanks for the replies. I haven't noticed any problems with the function but I do wonder if this related to this being a newer gun.