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the 686 4", but only because it was pioneered by the model 19!

I have really tried to like the Berettas, but as a lefty, i have found it hard to adjust to the the external action components, which (for me, with my grip) seem to rub against my thumbs. I don't think this would be an issue for a righty, or perhaps other leftys. But the M&P, on the other...

I have a 686 4" and it shoots great for me. Just personally think the 686, in 4 or 6 inch, gives you the most flexibility and is a gun you will hold on to over the long haul. If you get a used one, be aware of when they were subject to a recall, and look for the "M" stamp....

Gosh that is annoying. If returning isn't what you want to do, I would be inclined to leave it alone....

I like my revolvers. BUT, the 9c is sure a great gun. My son got one too and really likes it. So, I added a 45c....

Welcome to the forum! You have put up some classy and informative posts since this first thread was started and just wanted to say so.

That box is terrific and the grips look like new.

That is a nice looking revolver! I don't own a 5" but think look well balanced.

My Walther PPS came with 6, 7, and 8 round magazines. I like the 7 rounder the best.

Thanks! I feel like the blind squirrel that found a nut!

I would first try the Oxpho blue suggested above, without removing any of the existing blue (since it sounds like it doesn't have corrosion or pitting issues). I have done that on a couple of guns where there were worn areas and have been happy with the results. Cheap, simple, if it works...

Came across a 45c in the used case of the LGS yesterday. LNIB with three mags, all the papers, and S&W night sights. Standard (not CA or MA) trigger, no internal lock, no thumb safety, but with mag safety. Manufactured Feb 2010. Price was 450--Had been looking for awhile so I took it. Okay...

I had a 92 for awhile and really wanted to like it, but ended up trading it away. It did not seem particularly accurate for me, at least in the vertical plane. The external trigger bar on the right side was quite annoying (though I am a lefty and my thumb tended to ride up against it)...

That is really helpful advice, thank you! I'll be glad with what I have and save my pennies!

Now THAT is an attractive 66-2!

I am very happy with my 9c. But I find myself looking at the 40c and thinking about trading in my 9c for it and picking up a 9mm barrel. Has anyone compared the two for accuracy/comfort/shootability? Thank you!

Congrats to you, looks like you are learning fast. I've gotten some inexpensive hand checkering tools, but have only been brave enough to re-cut old, worn, checkering--no big expense on old pieces, and easy to follow in the old tracks. One day I might try to do some checkering from scratch!

I had one like that checked out by a gunsmith and he gave mine the clear to fire fire with commercially available 38 S&W (not "special"). You should do likewise. I've enjoyed mine. As to "shape" all we can comment on here is superficial and cosmetic. You might go over yours with 4-O steel...

FWIW, I bought my M&P 9c, new, from an retired police officer. He said his wife had one, she loved it, it was as accurate as his full size, and was among the most reliable he had. My experience has been like his. Just wanted you to have some more "ammunition" when you came clean!

I had a ruger sr9 and it didn't work out for me; I have large hands and tended to pull it off center. Traded it for a 9c which worked out great for me.