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    Why did you choose a revolver over a semi auto for carry?

    I carried a model 10 for the first 15 years in LE, and switched to S&W 5906 and later to Colt 1911 for the next 15 years. Now that I'm retired and much older, I usually carry a 642 because it is very easy to conceal, and also very reliable. Occasionally in cold weather and wearing a jacket, I...
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    Shortening a barrel

    It will reduce the value of your gun.
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    model 13-1 question

    In good condition, probably sell somewhere between $400 to $500. An older model that is pinned and recessed may bring a higher cost than one that isn't. I have one that was stamped 10-6, and then over stamped 13-1.
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    Recessed cylinders.

    To my knowledge, S&W never had a union, unlike Colt and many other companies. However, in my opinion the old revolvers were much better than what they make today. They were classic guns and we will never see them made that way again. I believe that is the reason that the prices on the old...
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    Concealed Carry Insurance

    Check out Armed Citizens Legal Defense Network, Inc
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    Model 66-1, 2 1/2" barrel pinned?

    My 66-1 has the recessed cylinder, but is not pinned. Also, the prices for all of the older S&W revolvers are sky rocketing.
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    What revolver do you carry?

    642 most of the time, and occasionally a Model 12
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    Numbers Printed on Model 14-4 Grips: Why are they there?

    Years ago S&W put the guns serial number on the grips of all of their handguns. I don't know why, but they did.
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    S&W 357 Magnum

    You are very fortunate that you got it back.
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