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Working tips I used a wood rasp to remove the top of the thumb rest and finished the curved shapes with small files (see photo). Considering the amount of wood to be removed I do not recommend the use of motorised tools like a Dremel, you can save a few minutes but it is much more difficult to...

Grip remodeling results. I finally completed my grip modifications and I am pleased with the result. Now the grip is comfortable and I get consistent sights alignment eyes closed. At the range, the trigger finger deviations are no longer noticeable with circular group dispersion. I have...

Thanks for the references. Looking at the various grips that you referred to me, I believe that removing the trigger finger side thumb rest should made my stock grip quite similar to these anatomical grips, except for the palm rest. I will try to get a natural alignment for my hand size. I...

I purchased a model 41, to complete my collection, two months ago, based on the good comments I read about it. I am puzzled with the factory installed grip. I understand it is an ambidextrous grip with a thumb rest on both sides. I shoot one handed with my right hand and the thumb rest protrudes...

@Macinaw I use the Break-Free CLP oil to clean the powder residue in all my guns. Back from the range, I apply a few drops of CLP in the barrel and spread it with a nylon bristle brush. I do the same in the areas where there is gun powder residue with a tooth brush. After a day or two, I rub...

I have used only Break-Free CLP oil, for cleaning on this gun. I used this oil for the last five years on my other guns without any problem. I use to clean my guns after each visit to the range.

@MichiganScott Oiling the surface does not change the color; the finish of the shroud is is very glossy. The discoloration was gradual in the past three months and does not seems to stabilize. I observe light gray spots close to the frame. See photos on my previous post. I own a SIG P226...

@ Macinaw Thanks for your comments. I had a hard time to take photo that show variations in black color when the surface is glossy. Finally I have these two photos. [/IMG] (I am not familiar with the photo insertion) Does the discoloration is similar or worse than with yours. My...

I bought a M&P R8 last May and I observed a progressive discoloration of the barrel shroud; the black color was turning progressively to dark gray with light gray spots close to the frame. The shroud seems to be the same material than the frame (scandium alloy) but with a different finish. Do...

@824tsv I finally received my transport permit and I now have the revolver in hand. I found other numbers on the gun. On the Yoke: MOD. 17-5, On the stock sides: 4808,39669. It is a model 17-5 with a 8 3/8 in barrel. From the information you gave me, I assume the gun was delivered in may...

I am new to this forum. I just bought a S&W model 17 serial number AUN4120. From what I already found the delivery date of this unit is post 1980. Is there a way to get more precise information on the delivery date? Thanks