Recent content by NukeFromOrbit

Here's a nice example of the big Smith & Wesson Model of 1917 in .45 ACP (or .45 Auto Rim). This is one of the revolvers produced for the contract with the Government of Brazil, and it has the Brazilian crest stamping. The revolver is a fine shooter, an quite accurate. The condition is...

Price Reduced Bumping this up with a big price reduction, shipping included. Thanks!

Here's an absolutely gorgeous Model 10-7 2" Snubbie, now surplus in my collection and ready to head to yours. This one would be hard to upgrade - the nickel finish is in excellent condition, the hammer and trigger show nice case coloring, and the cylinder has only a hint of a turn line. I...

SOLD PENDING FUNDS Hello, and Happy Easter! I have a really nice S&W 1911PD Commander-sized 1911 that is excess to my needs. The 1911PD has a scandium alloy frame, making for a light and easy to carry pistol. The 1911PD has Novak-style sights which deliver an excellent sight picture...

Sold, thank you Here's a superb Colt snubbie: Circa 1973, this Colt looks as though it spent the years since in a jewelry box or bedstand drawer. The finish is excellent, with only minor handling wear and perhaps a hint of a turn line. I have shot the gun, but dry-firing shows it to...

Here's one of the best carry guns Smith & Wesson ever made, the 3913: Slim enough for comfortable carry inside the waistband but large enough for a comfortable grip, the 3913 is just about the perfect size for a 9mm carry gun. I'm not the original owner, but I dont think this one has seen...

SOLD PENDING FUNDS to Captain TMD Here's a gorgeous Model 19-3: A nice example of one of the best K-frame guns Smith & Wesson ever made, this revolver has seen little use. The timing and lockup are excellent, and only a bit of fading at muzzle area and a hint of a turn line gives away the...

SPF to P W C - thanks for the replies! Here's a nice example of one of the best .45s ever made, the Smith & Wesson 4506-1. The gun is fitted with night sights that have gone dim, and it comes with one magazine. I don't have a box. This was likely a police pistol - it shows light wear...

SPF to Trinidad Bill, thanks for the offers! I'm a long-time lurker who relies on the experts here for my information, so please feel free to correct any errors. :) I'm changing the focus of my gun collection and selling off or trading what I don't shoot. So, I'm offering this classic Hand...

A Youtube channel hosted by tnoutdoors9 is an excellent resource for ammo tests. Here's his test of the 115gr Critical Defense round: Hornady Critical Defense 9mm 115 gr FTX Test with Denim - YouTube His recent tests use a new methodology, which involves firing through four layers of denim...

Thanks, Frank. I was losing my light yesterday, but did snap a couple of quick pictures: This is an arsenal cutdown from a Model of 1898 Rifle, I believe. It's in very nice condition, though I'll be scrubbing up the bore for a while. :) The rifle sold with a bandoleer of Remington .30 Army...

Thank you all for the friendly and detailed replies - you're a great bunch! I'm planning on picking up a vintage holster or having Rob from Simply Rugged make me one, and this revolver will be my sidearm of choice at the next Ohioans for Concealed Carry event. :) I'm just getting started in...

I'm a long-term lurker here, but finally have something nice enough in my S&W collection to post a few pictures. :) I picked up this Hand Ejector in .32-20 at a sale yesterday, for not very much money. The listing said the serial number dates the gun to 1907. I loved the way it looks with the...

This Model 38 is still available, now with a lower price. Thanks!

This is a what you call a crying shame. :) Here is a beautiful Model 38 Bodyguard that is in like new condition, except for a cracked frame. I've had a few guys tell me that the gun can be repaired and shot again, but I'm offering it for parts only. I sent the Model 38 to Smith & Wesson for...