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The Cavalry Models were retired from regular service in 1893 when the Model 1892 38 Colt DA was adopted and deployed. With very limited exceptions, the Artillery alterations were made only by the Colt factory under the 1895 -96 Contract (1200 guns) and in 1898 by the Springfield Armory (round...

Two books Inrecommend are Dave Chicoine's "gunsmithing Old West Guns" and Charles Pate's "Smith And Wesson American Model." The former will show how to identify and confirm the originality of a gun and the latter is the best researched an complete history of the guns. The identity of the...

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Nice legacy Hammerless. I too am a fan. Personally, I always liked the longer barrels.

I find a non-evasive first step is to flush the action throughly with a pressurized can of break cleaner.

The "Division of OLIN INDUSTRIES" call out on the Western box makes it post War. Likely 1946 to the early 1950's.

Rem Dog Bone box is generally circa early 1930's although may be later for uncommon calibers as their slower sales delayed box updates. Western Bullseye boxes started prewar and were used for some calibers through the '50's. It would help to see the back of the Western box.

A lot of favorites here. Here are mine. For the 19th Century, I have to say the Americans. For the 20th Century, I have to say, and it's a hard choice, the short barreled Registered Magnum. For the 21st Century, I choose the 329PD.

The guys on the Winchester Forum think the watch brought much if not most of the bid.

That Std Guage 390 freight rig posted earlier is a beauty. Growing up I always admired those big Lionel's even though their production run ended by WW II, just before my time began. I eventually satisfied my longings by building a small collection of Std Guage trains which includes most of each...

.308 in either one of these.

All mentioned writers are worth the read. Each has their own strength although I find Grey's style a little restrained by today's standards, which is predictable. I'm surprised there is no mention of the late Elmer Kelton. A real product of the Texas cowboy tradition, knowledgable About Texas...

Congratulations! A wonderful rifle.

Not for everyday paper punching - I like steal for that. But a great niche set up for when going light is preferred. I like my 329PD with 44 special loads. Really would like to find one in 45 ACP/AR.

I'll add these three to the mix. A Government Model from 1914. A 1960's Government Model set up for Bull's Eye Competition. An XSE.

Good points pro and con - thats a good debate. Their is no debating that very few woman can physically handle the equipment weight required of combat unit soldiers. I don't think many will be assigned to these units while still manning crucial back of the line positions while technically being...

A great thred, a lot of nice combos here. I'll add some more to the mix. A 1st model American with an 19th century folder. Here is a New Model No. 3 with an early Marble's Safety Knife. Registered Magnum with a period Marble's Ideal knife. A Pre-Model 34 Kit gun with a period...

10 examples to illustrate Smiths production history. individual examples as per your personal preference. Model 2 Old Army Model No.3 32 or 38 Break Top Model 1905 or earlier H.E. Triple Lock Pre War N Frame Post War to 1969 N Frame Post War K Frame Pre 1969 Auto Pre 1969 J Frame

My understanding is the same as Gary's. However given Ed's input, I've made a quick review of the books. The "Frontier" designation may come from the collectors and historians rather than the factory. Maybe borrowed by analogy from the 44-40 1st Model 44 DA. Apparently the New Model No. 3 did...