S&W Model 19 ....
Kudos to you ! …. As a collector, I've had the good fortune to acquire several over the years in both blue and stainless.
At age 18, more than 50-years ago, I'd purchased a 19-2 brand new from my local gun-shop. The round butt fitting my hand perfectly.
Living in central Massachusetts, fired-up my 1962 Ford Galaxy and somehow made it all the way to Springfield and the S&W home.
Traveling up a long and impressive approach, parked in front … the only vehicle in front of what might be an aircraft factory or a palace.
Entering a huge set of double doors, arrived in a large hall. A very well dressed, all business, gentleman greeted me and inquired as to the reason for my visit.
Explained that I wanted a 6-inch barrel on the finest handgun I'd ever had …. The Gentleman asked if I'd wait in the hall and disappeared into the factory.
After a very short wait, he returned with my 19 in a new box that accommodated a new 6-inch barrel with my original two-and-one-half carefully wrapped.
Thrilled … I offered to pay any amount and was refused.
My old Ford brought me home and I've enjoyed 50-plus years for great shooting with my Model-19 …. A 55-Gallon Drum at a hundred yards easy pickings for my faithful friend.
Best regards to all …..
