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Forum members collect and often post photos of their handcuffs but I don’t think I’ve ever seen a ball and shackles posted. I’ve had this for quite a few years and don’t remember when or where I picked it up. It’s, It’s an iron ball, chain and shackles with the key marked Alcatraz prison...

Like the title says, I love snub nose revolvers. I think I’m up to 14 now and still looking. Besides snub nose I’ve taken a shine to 32 Long guns. I traded a near new nickel 37 snub nose to a friend for his unfired 1953 Colt Cobra 32 which just got me into the 32 Long love affair. Next was a...

This weekend at the local gun show I ran across something I rarely ever see. Matter of fact I can’t remember when I last saw a model 40. I have a 640 no dash but there’s something about those older designs with the grip safety. This one is in great shape with the exception of a couple of minor...

I spent 55 years as a photographer shooting images for advertising. I really enjoy looking at vintage advertising, packaging and such so show us your vintage memorabilia. I’ll start, my dad was a shooter and got me into it 70 years ago. Reloading was a part of his weekend routine loading...

About 32 years ago I bought a 15-3 made in early 1970. The finish was bad but it was smooth and had no obvious issues other than cosmetic. My son was 10 and getting into shooting USPSA with me and I thought this would be a good choice for him to shoot. We were fortunate to have a master...

I thought some of you might enjoy seeing a little different view of the inner workings of my model 37.

One of my favorite firearms is my 1941 Luger. They’re unique mechanically and esthetically. They’re one of the most recognizable handgun ever produced. I’m not close to being an expert and really don’t know much about Lugers in general but have been investigating the one I own. I’d love to...

As much as I tell myself I have bought my last gun, all I have to do is see a new shiny trinket and all my willpower goes out the window. A month ago I bought a new King Cobra 22 4” then two weeks ago at a gun show I picked up a very nice 17-6 4” without the under lug and a model 63 4”. I was...

For the lack of a better place I’m posting the grand opening photos for the new S&W offices in TN. If this isn’t the correct spot please move it. Today is the day Smith opens its new corporate offices and manufacturing. Don’t think revolvers will be made here right now but we can hope they...

For the lack of a better place I’m posting the grand opening photos for the new S&W offices in TN. If this isn’t the correct spot please move it. Today is the day Smith opens its new corporate offices and manufacturing. Don’t think revolvers will be made here right now but we can hope they...

Yesterday I was digging through photographs on my computer and ran across some photos I made in a remote area on a backroad near Tombstone AZ. My wife and I were visiting her parents in Sierra Vista and the decided to take us into uncharted territory near Tombstone. We went to a place where...

Looking for advice on correct grips for my new gun show find. From the serial number it’s a 1977 production 22 cal Diamondback. I’m not concerned if they’re original but would like to have at the least authentic reproductions. I talked to one of the collectors at the show that sells grips but...

What is your creative solution for concealed carry? For the moment I’ve settled on a Ruger LCP in a custom pouch dressed up a little. I carry my LCP 1st gen in a pocket holster and a spare mag in this pouch on my belt. I had a local guy fabricate the pouch and found the peace patch on Amazon. I...

I thought some of you might be interested in seeing the new Smith facility in Blount County Tn. I live about 20 miles from it and was in the neighborhood and thought I’d make a quick snapshot and post it. The building is located on a hill so getting an overall shot wasn’t possible. Smiths new...

While cleaning my 1978 28-2 today after a range session I notice the number pressed in the right stock did not match the frame number. I purchased the gun new in 78 so there’s no chance the stocks have ever been swapped. The stocks are 250 higher than the number on the bottom of the grip frame...

I thought I might see if others are doing this. Like many of us I shoot and reload a bunch of calibers. In an effort to consolidate supplies I decided to try something. I’ve been a 45acp fan and shot tens of thousands of rounds over many decades. In the last five years I’ve gotten into 45LC in...

Since I was a young kid going to gun stores with my dad I always thought the M14 was one of the best looking revolvers in the Smith lineup. The M14 is up there with the 18, 24, 29 and 27 as being the finest examples of fine craftsmanship and design. I’ve always wanted a 14 or K38 but the the...

I never see any discussion about the 625 45 acp. It’s always the 625 LC or a model 25. Both are great guns but those of us that have a 625 chambered in 45 acp need to express our love for this gun. This is my second 625-2 and is the one I’m keeping. Like many foolish thing that I’ve done in my...

For those that need small pistol primers, MidwayUSA has Federal #200 small pistol magnum primers for $89 ——— yes they’re on sale for $89. One per customer. At least they’re becoming available more often and at a $10 discount.

A few months ago I purchased this nice factory nickel M&P 38 special with a set of very nice condition pearl grips. The best I can determine it was manufactured around 1920-1922 but believe it’s closer to 1920. Sorry I’m on vacation and don’t have the SN. Members here believe the pearls are...