Recent content by olddog211

Thanks, Charlie! All the numbers match, and what I said was blue is actually black. Now if I can find an M3 holster for it, I'll be set. I'm trying to collect at least 1 each of the USGI WWII weapons, realizing that the grease gun, Thompson, and BAR will have to wait until I win the lottery...

Another Victory for the database I bought my Victory 15 years ago, and never looked into it. I wanted to date it and started rolling through this thread, finding out how much I didn’t know about Victorys. Some Details: Ser # V282762, all numbers match 4” barrel marked 38 S. & W. SPECIAL CTG...

Well, Gentlemen, It is now 6 months since you all poured out all that excellent advice. I took the Victory to a gunsmith friend who promptly sent for a new ejector rod (the old one was bent). He installed it for me, and the pistol, now properly lubricated, operates like it did in 1942. Thnks...

I recently picked up a Victory, however it is completely jammed. Cylinder won't rotate, hammer and trigger won't move, and the cylinder won't swing out. Any tips from you experienced S&W guys before I take the side plate off? This is my first revolver. Thanks in advance!!

I took these off my Victory, and don't need them. Beautiful condition. Is $15 plus shipping too much?