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  1. JH1951

    Centennial Airweight/Model 42 - when did the thumbpiece and grips change?

    The flat latch was also used on the I-frame. You will find them on the 38/32 Terrier post-war Improved I-frame and the Model 32.
  2. JH1951

    My Victory

    Very nice looking piece. It certainly did not have a hard life. A friend of mine and fellow board member has a DSC Victory that shipped to Masland Carpets in Carlisle, PA. Seems they produced a rubber coated material that the government wanted......
  3. JH1951

    Chief James E. Boggs

    I have had good luck with using Marvel Mystery Oil as well as Kroil along with a copper scrub pad (not copper plated).
  4. JH1951

    Chief James E. Boggs

    This one looks to be S&W J-frame Chiefs Special four-screw version (sometimes referred to as a 'model of 1953'). My guess on the date it shipped would be late '56 to mid-'57. Just a guess....Bob will be along to narrow it down for you. Prices for these are all over the map, and condition is...
  5. JH1951

    New to me gun. Need help.

    The K-22 likely shipped in 1948 / 1949. I'm leaning towards the second half of 1948, although there are others here that know more than I.
  6. JH1951

    Random Object Photographs

    On the square in Millersburg, PA.......
  7. JH1951

    For those age 60 or under (Gen X or later generations…)

    If our hobby is in a death spiral, why are prices still skyrocketing? Is it old geezers like me trying to spend down savings before we drop dead or are some new people getting in to the game?
  8. JH1951

    need help dating a terrier

    Welcome to the S&W Forum, 8shutr! You have chosen a great place to be! I have a Terrier somewhat close to yours, SN 57103, a bit over 1200 units away. It shipped (educated guess) September, 1950, and is a blue six-screw post-war transitional. For better information, I suggest starting a...
  9. JH1951

    Pre-36 Baby Chief ?

    Crazywader, the Baby Chiefs Special you opened the discussion with is a handsome piece that many of us would be very happy to own. You have a 'pre-model' in the sense that it was manufactured prior to model numbers being assigned..... but, in collector speak, a true 'pre-model' is one that...
  10. JH1951

    Polishing an old nickel finish

    I have used Flitz with great success. I have not tried Mothers, but reports are very good for it too. I usually use a soft rag to apply, then a microfiber cloth to finish up. After that, a coat or two of RenWax with a microfiber.
  11. JH1951

    Need help choosing good 1st Revolver for a beginner..

    If you want to 'start' and work up to something else, consider a K22. They are a joy to own and shoot (and ammunition is very inexpensive). I learned the fundamentals (and much more) on a K22 and can say it was a great experience. Let nobody tell you that they are not lethal, either. The...
  12. JH1951

    Terrier/Chiefs Special ID Help

    It is difficult for an untrained eye to see the difference between the early I and J frames until you lay them side by side. Here is a picture of both. Note the size of the cylinders. The I-frame cylinder will appear to be more of a square, and the J-frame more of a rectangle. The J-frame...
  13. JH1951

    Baby Chief...Finally !

    Looks like you did well posting pictures. Very nice Baby CS. Do you have the box? I think you will get more responses and information if you start a new thread. Please consider doing so. The resident expert is Two-Bit Cowboy I suspect he will be along shortly to fill in the blanks. I would...
  14. JH1951

    Vtgw938 is top shelf

    Thanks to member Vtgw938 for a flawless transaction. A seller to be trusted.
  15. JH1951

    The UGLY Brazilian

    I have thinned out my 1917's and am down to two. One mint USGI, and a well used Brazilian. The Brazilian is no beauty queen, but it gets to go to the range often. It is one of the better shooting revolvers I have ever owned. (The serial number drew me to it - 191745).
  16. JH1951

    Is Terrier SN 64845 Out There?

    Giving this another shot..... If Terrier bearing serial number 64845 is out there, please contact me. I have something that should be with your Terrier. Please PM me for further details.
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