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Hi all I'm interested in seeing what firearms you have have purchased or acquired in 2024. Alternatively, what did you get rid of or sell-off? Just like 2023, I had a slow start to this year. So here is what I bought in 2024: * S&W Model 3914 * S&W Model 40 * S&W Model 12-2 * S&W Model 28-2 *...

Hi All I have a Dillon Square Deal B set up for .38 Special presently. Yesterday, whilst reloading, the Primer Assembly Slide started to malfunction and would not return to the position where the shell comes down and the primer is inserted. This occurred every on estimate of 2 to 3 times per 10...

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With 2023 coming to a close shortly, how did your accumulation/collection of firearms go? Buy or sell? I had a bit of a slow year and had not bought anything until about September when I finally got my hands on a 2.5” 686 (-4). This came with its matching box. I also picked up a Glock 27 Gen 3...

Hi All 2023 has been a relatively slow year for me in terms of firearm purchases. Earlier this month, I had the chance to take a look at this crusty 2.5" Barrel Model 19-5. Due to reasons I do not want to go into, the trigger lock could not be opened and I did not have a great deal of time to...

Hi All and Wise This Safety Speed Holster has just come up for sale down here in Australia. The back of the holster says "44" and "4". I am wanting to find out what Size Frame this holster fits. The owner, who appears to have bought a bulk lot from a Closing Down Sale Antique Store, believes...

Hi all (Are we even allowed to discuss this?) As an International Member of this forum, I'm trying to understand the events that unfolded two days ago with Kai Cenet and his fans promotion in NYC. Even though I've got teenage children, who spend a lot of time on their electronic devices, I've...

Might be old news. I only just came across it on YouTube. Ontario Knife Co. in Franklinville sold, 56 employees to lose jobs | News | oleantimesherald.com

Hello Everyone RE: Two Men Dead after lying on the road to prevent their friend from Drink Driving (Driving under the influence of Alcohol) My home town is Nowra which is situated on the East Coast of Australia approximately 2 hours south of Sydney. I think I've got a couple of nominees for...

Hi Everyone I ran across this YouTube Thumbnail the other day. The video was one of those generic top defensive revolver clips with the computerize voice over the top. It wasn't a good video with frequent mistakes in it. Any ideas on this revolver? There's no mention of it in the clip that I...

Hi all I had an interesting week over the past 7 days. Not only did I turn 49, I had a trip to the local Hospital's Emergency rooms as well as numerous scans, blood tests, and Doctors appointments. The "Short Story" is, Doctors have found I have Gallstones as well as a separate Reflux issue...

Hi All This S&W Poster is hanging from the notice board at my local Pistol Club here in Australia. The owner of it, told me that it was given to him around 1965 by Hoffnungs Wholesale. They were the Smith & Wesson distributors at the time. Does anyone else have any additional information on...

Late 2022, I purchased this 5" Model 27-2 purely as a shooter. At the time, it cost me approximately $480 USD here in Australia, so I assumed it may have some issues. http://smith-wessonforum.com/s-w-revolvers-1961-1980/691737-finally-arrived-5-model-27-2-a.html When I took it to the range...

Hi all There was a recent thread regarding members showing their Work Benches. I notice quite a few photos with rolling Tool Chests in members garages and workshops. Can I see your work benches? I'm looking to buy one of these Tool Chests shortly to better sort out and organise my shed. I...

Hi Everyone Whilst visiting my Aunts over Christmas, she showed me this collection of miniature replica pewter guns that she bought from the local Antique store. It appears to be a Franklin Mint product that includes a booklet identifying each piece a giving a short history. The display case...

Hi all I spoke about purchasing this Shooter Grade 5" barrel Model 27-2 about two months ago. 5" Model 27-2 Shooter - New to Me My Permit to Acquire (Police Firearms Registry must give you a permit before you are allowed to pick up a purchased Firearm - $30 AUD per permit - 1 permit per gun)...

I know we are considered pretty slow, but the Australian Defence Force (ADF) have finally found an replacement (and the budget) to buy a new Handgun.........the Sig P320 XCarry Pro! Attached are some images from the press releases and some other new gear that we are getting. Australian Army...

Hi Everyone I've been trying to put together a summary of what someone may need to look for when inspecting a Used Revolver for sale. I include myself as being the first "dummie" as when I started the list, it was just something I was going to use myself. Now, I'm looking at putting it into a...

Hi all I went to the Hunter Valley Gun Show here in Australia last weekend. I was there for a look and to buy some accessories. I was hoping not to buy any guns as I was saving my money for a Pardini SP .22lr for ISSF matches. Anyway, I found this 5" barrel Model 27-2 Serial Number N355183 for...

Hi all I found this S&W 4" Bowie Knife for $65 AUD (approx $44 USD). The blade is marked Stainless and USA. Can anyone tell me about these knives? Were they really US made or just cheap imports marked S&W? 4" sounds a like short to be called a Bowie Knife. Are they any good? Obviously the...