My 29-10 modifications for heavy use

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The grips were too skinny for magnum loads, and the serrated trigger was a no-go for my 200 plus round double action shooting session. The trigger rebound soring was also a problem considering 18-20 lbs is a bit over kill.
Some of you may like yours just the way it left the factory, but I had to make some changes for this firearm to see a large round count in a single shooting session.

So off came with the skinny grips. They were replaced by real S&W grips that were designed by real gun people....

The serrated trigger got replaced with a smooth one. Though it really needs a .312" smooth combat which I specifically requested. S&W sent the wrong one....to be corrected later....



And two coils got cut from the factory rebound spring. I apologize for not having a comparison picture.





When I get back from my trip this week I'll show pics of the back strap with the two different grips, which will clearly illustrate the problem.
 
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Agree with you about the grips on square butt new Classic guns. They really are narrow. I love the look of both of those wood grips, but for me, those big 'ol rubber Pachmeyer Decelerators that cover the back strap work best, especially for double actioning off some magnums.
 
I use the older target grips on my 29-10's . I went through a tactical run with them using full power loads and had no problem on my hands . I was required to get off 6 rounds in 7 sec's at various targets while moving , clearing obstacles . I took 8 sec's so I missed the mark by 1 sec . Of course all shooting was double action . Yes I need more practice but it was fun and those old style target grips worked fine for me .
 
The 686 I modified for target only came with a serrated trigger, which I ground smooth and polished out. There are some things on guns Dremel tools are useful for. ;)
 
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