A Model 43 followed me home today

[MarkHayden]

In recent years I have been clearing out all J and K from my small collection, with the exception of the Jets, concentrating on N frame revolvers. Unfortunately a Model 43 showed at a local gun shop; very nice condition, diamond grips that match, flat latch, and a great price. One of these days I’ll develop some will (won’t) power! Probably not today…

Mark

 

[dben002]

Yes mamm, yes mamm, yes mamm

 

[Muley Gil]

I had one once. It shipped in 1968 and had the diamond Magnas. Unfortunately, it went down the road years ago.

 

[ImprovedModel56Fan]

Congratulations to the OP. Mine is one of the last half dozen or so I would ever get rid of.

 

[Aukula1062]

Beautiful revolver! I had 2 of them but both were lost in the great going out of marriage sale. I was finally able to pick up a 34-1 recently but I really miss the 43s.

 

[jeffrefrig]

That's a nice gun. I genuinely feel bad for those that lose any guns, etc., due to a failed relationship as I've lost a lot of stuff. But STUFF is better than jail time. (You know, one thing leads to another.)
Be careful out there!

 

[chief38]

Looks like it is in pretty descent shape too. Use it well! Obviously used, but not abused.

I have the stainless version (M63) but have always preferred the blue version you just acquired. My M63 has taken its fair share of squirrels, varmints and soda cans over the many years I have owned it. I purchased the stainless version because I always brought it along when Pheasant Hunting and getting caught in a sudden rain downpour or snow was not unique.

 

[Rubone]

Nice score. I have one as well, a Model of 1955 Airweight, but it shows a bit more wear than yours. Shown here with its 34-1 grandchildren...

 

[Retired W4]

Very unfortunate indeed. My condolences. Will power my man, will power.

 

[deputydon]

They are very neat little guns. I picked up one with the box in Tulsa last year. Super nice to shoot & more accurate than expected. Only problem it's too nice to carry.

-don