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19-2 started it all...
So over the holidays I have been going through safe inventory, and I was reminded of why I became so fond of pre-1981 Smith and Wesson revolvers. My first Smith came to me through a good friend 3 years ago to date; over Christmas. I was convinced to take in this 4" 19-2 for a good price, and after a few weeks of handling and admiring its amazing craftsmanship, I knew I was hooked and the so called "slippery slope" of collecting Smith's had begun.
I also realized I hadn't taken any pictures nor shared this beauty here on the forum. This 19-2 dates to 1968, and shows extremely well. It wears a stunning set of S&W smooth presentation target stocks that just compliment that deep, high polish bluing Smith was known for.
Happy New Years folks!
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Vera nice!
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Beautiful revolver. I can't even see a turn line.
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12-31-2017, 02:30 PM
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Beautiful revolver. I can't even see a turn line.
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Thank you. Turn line is very, very faint. Hardly shot IMO, more so admired 
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OH, MY!!! Outstanding!
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My 19-2 from early 1963 is my favorite handgun. It is such a joy to shoot.
Yours is beautiful.
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Awesome 19! Just oozes greatness. I really like those pins holding the front ramp.
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12-31-2017, 04:35 PM
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Oh man! I've been looking all over area gun stores for a nice 4" 19-2 or 19-3 for weeks. Had my sights on one on GB but lost the auction. Someday... You have an extremely nice example there!
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12-31-2017, 05:38 PM
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Wow, that gun is really nice! Thanks to the OP for the pic.
My first S&W came to me about seven years ago from my dad, who was moving out of his house into assisted living, and decided to pass his revolver on to me. It's a first year issue (as far as I can tell) Highway Patrolman...non original (but appropriate) grips and non-original finish. A shooter that is solid and presentable. I hate to admit it, but I've kind of lost track of how many S&W revolvers I've purchased since then.
Happy New Year everyone!
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12-31-2017, 06:41 PM
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That bluing would make a Python envious!
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Elegant revolver. Nice find.
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BEAUTIFUL!!!! I showed it to my 19-3, now it’s crying and won’t come out of its gun sock!! Thanks
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Wow. That should be against the law! Unless it was mine. Ha. Very nice. Have a happy new year. I have a 19-3 nickel but doesn't compare.
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The -2 is feeling the love and is flattered. I figured after 3 years in the safe, she was overdue for some sharing and a few glamour shots.
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That is really nice ! I have 2 of them, both shooters and shoot they do. If I get a chance to grab one like that, you can bet I will. The really good ones like yours are sitting in safes across the country.
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Originally Posted by Dkrueger17
So over the holidays I have been going through safe inventory, and I was reminded of why I became so fond of pre-1981 Smith and Wesson revolvers. My first Smith came to me through a good friend 3 years ago to date; over Christmas. I was convinced to take in this 4" 19-2 for a good price, and after a few weeks of handling and admiring its amazing craftsmanship, I knew I was hooked and the so called "slippery slope" of collecting Smith's had begun.
I also realized I hadn't taken any pictures nor shared this beauty here on the forum. This 19-2 dates to 1968, and shows extremely well. It wears a stunning set of S&W smooth presentation target stocks that just compliment that deep, high polish bluing Smith was known for.
Happy New Years folks!
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I have never owned a 19, but that 1, is sure a "BEAUTY"! What does the other side look like? The closest thing I have is a 66-2, 2.5". Bob
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I have never owned a 19, but that 1, is sure a "BEAUTY"! What does the other side look like? The closest thing I have is a 66-2, 2.5". Bob
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Gotta love that stainless snub! I'm sure it makes a great carry piece that you can have some fun with and clean up quite easily at the end of the day. My 66's are a blast to shoot; I always bring one to the range with me.
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19-2 started it all...
That may be the nicest Model 19 I've ever seen! Thanks for sharing the photos.
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