In the 1950's a 357 Magnum was considered a cannon, while S&W made a 45 ACP revolver, 1911's in 45 ACP were a military pistol and not popular with the public. Many of whom had carried the thing in WW2, did not think it accurate, but did believe it weighed too much.
Revolvers were king up to the 1990's, and Cops carried 38 Specials. Sure, sure some carried 357's, but prior to the M16 in 357 magnum, 357 Magnums were N frame and heavy. I remember when 357 Magnums were considered too powerful for Police issue.
Pretty much, post WW2, basically up to the 1990's, the 38 Special was the most popular centerfire cartridge on the firing line.
And this one, the six in K38 was a highly respected target pistol for NRA Bullseye Pistol matches.
Mine has a smooth action, lovely trigger pull, and accurate.
if I could, I am sure it could hold the 3.3 inch NRA 50 yard ten ring. I am lucky to keep most of my shots on a 12 X 20in target.
So this is my icon pistol representing the times.
