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Well guys and gals, One of the very earliest K32 revolvers just went to auction at RIA two days ago. I snatched the photos of this rare piece. Click for huge photos. I could only sit there and drool. Didn't even try to get in the bidding. I hope it...

This is my first post on the S&W Antiques forum, and I'm showing you my first S&W antique. Usually you will find me over on the S&W Hand Ejectors: 1896 to 1961 forum or on the Firearms & Knives - Other Brands forum. I've had the desire for a New Model No. 3 for a long time. This week, thanks...

Pair of Belgian Percussion Dueling or Target Pistols Sharing a recent acquisition, a nice vintage pair of dueling or target pistols. These are ~ .44 caliber; proofed 11.8mm. They were marketed by C. Mode of Paris. they remain "as new." I'm not sure whether I will fire them. Has anyone...

Pair of Gastinne Renette Breechloading Dueling or Target Pistols I've been on a little buying spree the past couple of months. One result is the acquisition of this magnificent pair of Gastinne Renette pistols. These were made in 1889 and chambered for the .44 S&W Russian cartridge. They...

Alexander Henry .360 Miniature Single Shot Rifle This is a best quality Alexander Henry .360 Express single shot rifle.  The records show it was finished on April 12, 1880, so it is now almost 143 years old.  Fortunately, it has survived the years in wonderful condition.  I am the current...

On this thread http://smith-wessonforum.com/s-w-hand-ejectors-1896-1961/678191-1950-military-44-value.html?posted=1#post141473654, our fearless leader made this comment, which reminded me I haven't shared my .44 HE Military. So here goes. This is a look at my long action post-WW2 transition...

Here is a new resident in the household. An entirely proper .45-90 (.45 2.4" per Sharps) looks like this rifle, from 1880: And its proper ammunition: I feel like a lucky boy! :) Curl

Currently there is another thread that gave rise to some discussion about the Thompson Submachine Guns that were used in the Saint Valentine's Day Massacre. I have seen these Thompsons and had occasion to photograph the interesting display. Let me share my photos. I have no connection to the...

I urge everyone to read this article about a very special Smith & Wesson Model 640-2. 9/11 20 Years Later: A Special Smith & Wesson | An Official Journal Of The NRA If for some reason the link goes bad, I made a PDF of the article you can access at this link: A Special Smith & Wesson We...

Recently there have been some interesting Colt revolvers posted. I am not an authority or even a dedicated Colt collector. I have a few. Last winter I took the plunge on an outstanding example. Let me share it with you. This is a significant and well-documented revlover. Normally I do my...

Hello all, I am a fan of 1911 variations, and recently my attention turned to the current production CZ Dan Wesson offerings. I must say, they look really nice from photographs. I have not handled one in person. I'm tempted to snag one, but I would like to hear any comments or criticism...

Just last Saturday (July 17, 2021), I acquired a Remington 40-X .22LR in excellent condition. I have a thing for .22 Target rifles, and a 40-X had been on my bucket list for some years. Prior attempts on GB had failed for being out-bid. This one I found on a table display at the OGCA, and...

Notes: All forum rules apply. This listing is also active on another forum that is primarily dedicated to machineguns. All Class 3 laws and regulations apply and will be observed. Machineguns are legal in most states. If you are interested, make sure you know your laws before buying. If you...

Last year I got the notion to have a Glock. The final push came from a thread on this forum in which several users discussed the merits of the relatively new G45 model - a short slide and barrel mounted on a full-size grip frame. So I bought one, brand new. Now, I'm not expecting...

Don't waste your money on trip insurance. My wife and I planned a trip to England for the second half of May. On November 17, 2019 I bought round-trip airline tickets from Dulles to Heathrow from American Airlines. Of course, the website just about twists your arm off to get you to buy trip...

It's a gorgeous sunny winter day here, and I thought I might stir up something. So let's have a thread on the Mauser C96 "Broomhandle." Here's mine: Mine is an early post-WW1 commercial "Bolo". It remains in excellent condition, showing very little use. It has a perfect bore and...

There have been some really nice 1911 pistols posted recently, so I thought I might jump in with one of mine. Here's Colt No. 256102. It dates to 1918 and has the "brushed blue" finish, which came prior to the "Black Army" finish. Its holster is a Hoyt dated 1918. This old fellow...

S&W .38/44 Heavy Duty Target #35644 - 5" Barrel ------------------- Deputy W.A. Grear's S&W .38/44 HD Target Revolver. There was a rumor swirling around the little police department of Rocky River, Ohio: Smith & Wesson might offer a new revolver! Prodded by his men, Chief Gundar Robertson...

I've been bad. I'm too old to keep buying rifles and pistols. I thought I had myself under control, but this week my impulses got the better of me. Morphy had some nice ones, and I had some enablers who spurred me on. Here is a fantastic Winchester High Wall I snagged. I am yet to see or...

It seems to be raining .44s lately. This old trooper came into my hands yesterday. Today I had the time to snap a few photos. It's all matching, including the pre-WW2 Magnas. This group with Magna grips, ordered by the Washington State Patrol, is mentioned under the "Variations"...