An old lawman and his Model 10:

[Hang-Fire Hank]

VERY GRATEFUL

Sir: You have my greatest respect & deepest appreciation for your duty to protect society. As a civilian who has been very supportive of LE for many years, I am very thankful to you & your "brothers & sisters" who daily put yourselves in harm's way by keeping us safe!
Hank M.

 

[Engine 21]

David; There is nothing better or commands more respect than a LEO with a few miles on him with a S&W revolver strapped on. That says several things - first is the man knows how to handle himself and he is confident he will handle most scenarios without a Glock or some other semi auto with several 17 round mags stuck in his belt.

After all, this is not his first rodeo.
Good luck on your quals. although I don't think you will need any luck. God Bless

 

[SS57]

Congrats sir. You rocked it. Good luck in the up coming quals.

 

[wunderboy]

Beware of the man with one gun, he probably knows how to use it.

 

[stantheman86]

Excellent post Dabney, I read this right as I was about to get ready for bed and it was a good capper for the night

I just spent the last hour and a half "working over" an old duty gun, a Corrections trade in 15-7......added Miculek springs to it, fitted the strain screw as Jerry directed and it's smooth as silk now. Someday I hope to use it as well as you used that 10 in a handgun match, hopefully to outgun some Glock toters.

 

[Kframerbluvr]

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This young fella, as a rookie cop in 71, was issued the S&W Model 10-5 as his duty arm. Some 43+years later, a Model 10 is still serving his interests as he has 'still' not retired yet. This old deputy is a Reserve Deputy part-time and a full time deputy in a local Hospital Security as the Lt. of the Security Department. Those are his two jobs after his retirement from police work in 92. He says that, "work keeps him young!" He never transitioned over to the pistol and was sort of grand-fathered in with his Colt Official Police, with this 4-inch Heavy Barrel Model 10-6 (D59147X) as his secondary. Today, this same senior lawman engaged in the monthly service pistol match that is put on by the local PD. He had a 'great' day gunning down the young pistol-packers of the PD with his vintage, parkerized Model 10-6, outfitted with black rubber Hogue Grips. The Glock 21 of the Sheriff's Office and the S&W M&P .45 Pistol of the PD had a strong presence today but fell under the old mans straight-shooting heavy barrel Model 10. He managed a "461" with 24 X's to place "FIRST" overall and left the range with precious "bragging rights" and the much coveted little "Overall Winner" shooting trophy seen in photo. The senior Reserve Deputy hadn't had a good shooting day in a while. But today, for a short period of precious time, his eyes was clear, his hands didn't shake, and his groups was close. He was a 20-something instead of his normal 60-something, he had managed to step back to a time in his past, when all his bodily hydraulics were on line and functioning well. The old cop had a great day, one he hadn't had in some time. His body is compromised from age and hard cop wear and tear. He, very respectfully, asks for his friends prayers as he struggles to get in formation each morning. Thank you so much as I pray the Model 10 fans enjoy this story.

David

David, I always enjoy your posts. I have family in the Atlanta area and if I can ever make my way to Columbus, lunch is on me!

 

[4011]

Hats off to the old cop. Did ya check out that old Sam Brown with the chrome buckle. He don't need no sticking Velcro!

 

[32flyingk9]

The reload portion of the course tilts terribly towards the magazine fed shooters.

2 right center mass, 2 left center mass, head shot right, head shot left, RELOAD, repeat. SHOOTERS ON THE LINE....READY!!

You've got your work cut out, but no doubt your shots will be true.
I've been trying to find a direction in which I'd like my collection to take, and I think I have it figured out now, thanks to you sir. From a younger (but not too young) whippersnapper with a plastic piece strapped in....Thank you, sir.

 

[remusn]

I was a rookie in 71 also but was issued a Colt official police. After carrying the revolver for 18-1/2 years they went to Glocks. I never did like it. I was allowed to buy my old service revolver and still have it and shoot it regularly. It feels good even if it's a Colt. Glad to know there are some of us than went on in 71 and are still kicking around.

 

[Ohsheepdog]

When I started almost 20 years ago, our guys had already transitioned to 3rd generation Smith 40s. I hated them because I was used to shooting a Glock in the Academy. However, I had a few old "crusty guys" that taught me the joy of shooting Smith revolvers! Model 10s, 15s, 27s & a few other really cool big bores... Soon I was in love with wheelguns as much as any semiauto that came my way.

Now I help run the range for our shoots. My favorite time of year is when the retired guys arrive to qualifiy for HB 218. Some bring the issued Sig 220s they were given when they retired, some bring their old Colts, but almost all bring at least one good old Smith revolver! All of them out score the young guys with very few exceptions with any gun they bring.

I'm honored to shoot with them again, love hearing the war stories, but especially love holding and cleaning their revolvers for them. It's one way I can give back...

 

[Mark6005]

I'd much rather have him as a friend and someone who could teach me more about my m10-5

 

[326MOD10]

Thank you for sharing a great story! I truly enjoyed it.

I started late in Law Enforcement and the Department I was on had already transitioned to Semi-Autos. I started with a Sigma (when they were new and it didn't go so well for the Sigma) and quickly moved to a 5903 TSW. Under a new Chief we moved to the Glock 17 and it appears I will finish out my 20 with that weapon.

I had purchased a Model 10 when I was in the Army and have always loved the revolver. Have carried a revolver off duty for a long time (disclaimer: looking at moving to a Shield) and have taken a few different ones out to qualify with. When I took out a Model 64 with a 3 inch barrel I was asked "Is that your wagon parked out in the parking lot?" by one of the Range Assistants.

Ran the course pretty well and didn't hear much "talk" when I took out my Model 19 w/2.5 inch barrel the next time.

Keep up the great work, stay safe, shoot straight and stay young!

 

[Doug.38PR]

Very nice gun!

Got a question: Where are your speedloader pouches?

 

[dabney]

Doug, inside the confines of 'Fort Apache', I utilize a six-round dump pouch because of the front desk deployment and being seated a lot of the time. The speedloaders and their holder made an appearance that rainy morning of qualification. I also, have utilized the old NYPD Jaypee Duty Holster in recent times, especially on qualification days. The reason for that is the 'speed' factor in which I can get my 10 or my Colt OP out of that Jaypee Holster and acquire target verification. Thanks for your interest Doug! It's always a pleasure to speak with you my friend!
David

 

[Beruisis]

The 4" HB mdl 10 was also favored by the Rock Springs, Wyoming lawman Ed Cantrell, who shot & killed his own man, Mike Rosa. I think Bill Jordan even rated Cantrell the fastest man with a gun that he ever saw.
Beruisis

 

[pigbike]

My first LEO handgun was a Model 10 also, from there to a Model 19, then a Model 66. We then went to the Sig 226.

 

[EFR]

Dabney: Thank you for sharing. Your post is motivating. Stay safe.

 

[hoosier4guns]

I don't think the Model 10 will ever go out of style. I have a 10-5 from 1975 that is one of the house guns and my carry gun is a 10-7 from 1979 with a bobbed hammer and smoothed out trigger. Both shoot point of aim at 21 ft all day long. Here's a couple of pics of both. Rich.

 

[dscampbell]

Dabney: Thank you for sharing. Your post is motivating. Stay safe.

I also find all of your posts motivating. Please keep them coming.

 

[daddy bear]

dabney, congratulations. I'm 78 and still carry a commission. The agency and statute require an annual demonstration of shooting skills. While I have used a Sig .357 for the last few, I actually shoot my 28 tighter. No matter, I can still clean the training target with either.

Some of the younger guys, saddled with a DAO pistol, watch with amazement. Both of mine are tuned.

Keep up the good work.

Jack