can someone check this serial number?
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I'm going with a 1991 ship date.
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Where is the revolver?
is there a way to tell, based on the box nomenclature, if this has the three T's? Target Trigger, Target Hammer, and Target Grips
I added a picture to my post.
Combat Stocks, (factory, as indicated by CS and the picture), SB = Square butt; ST = Semi Target hammer; CT = Combat trigger; FL = Full lug . . .
(or something like that)
So my answer is it doesn't have any of the T's . . .
(or something like that)
So my answer is it doesn't have any of the T's . . .
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Thank you! It was high on my 'want' list, it is now removed. Oh, it is a fine looking revolver, but his price is way too high and not what I am looking for. Your helps is much appreciated.
Those combat stocks are worth at least half of what the pistol itself is worth. That's probably why it's expensive . . .
That is a desireable revolver and appears to be all original. I don't think the blue full-lug K-frame .22 had a very long run. Personally, I don't care for the full-lug barrel on any Smith & Wesson, but many people think very highly of them.
I'm looking for a revolver that I can use in bullseye competition. I like the full-lug, however, I am pleased to hear that you don't prefer it. I like the other one also.
I want one that has the three T's.
I don't like the target hammer and trigger combo, either, though many of my Smith & Wesson revolvers have them. They're fine for single action target shooting, not so much for double action combat shooting.
I'm glad you like the 3 T's!
I'm glad you like the 3 T's!
I have not yet used either one. I thought the target trigger would be lighter in double action, and not much if any reduction in pull in single action. Is this not right?
It seems I am in error in my concept. Please enlighten me so I don't buy the wrong revolver. Why is the target trigger not desirable for combat shooting? What do you mean by combat shooting?
The difference between the Target trigger/hammer and the standard trigger/hammer is width ONLY. The action of the revolver (trigger pull) is exactly the same, whether you have either version.
It seems those who prefer the target varieties like having more surface area on which the cocking thumb or trigger finger has contact. This is helpful to many who shoot single action in bullseye type events. Combat shooting (double action), on the other hand, seems enhanced by a narrower trigger. Hammer width in combat shooting is a non-factor, and most would prefer a smaller hammer for concealability.
It seems those who prefer the target varieties like having more surface area on which the cocking thumb or trigger finger has contact. This is helpful to many who shoot single action in bullseye type events. Combat shooting (double action), on the other hand, seems enhanced by a narrower trigger. Hammer width in combat shooting is a non-factor, and most would prefer a smaller hammer for concealability.
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Since I will be shooting bullseye, it seems Target variety will be more beneficial. Thank you very much!
How much is way too high?
$1459. I must admit I am intrigued because I like the fulllug.
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I think that is a little high, too. But they are not often available, so you have add that into the equation. Hard enough to find one of these, even harder to find one at a good price!
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Unless you are dead set on having the box and contents, you can get a nice example of one of these in the $800-1000 range.
The Special Order number on the box shows this one was ready to ship on the 315th day of 1991, or November 11.
Some will shoot better with a wider serrated trigger (S & W calls this a Target version), but aside from the width there is no difference in trigger action compared with a narrower style. Same with the hammer.
Good luck in your search.
The Special Order number on the box shows this one was ready to ship on the 315th day of 1991, or November 11.
Some will shoot better with a wider serrated trigger (S & W calls this a Target version), but aside from the width there is no difference in trigger action compared with a narrower style. Same with the hammer.
Good luck in your search.
so why do some shoot better? Just curious, I am sure either is better than I need. I don't care about the box and contents, although that would be nice, I just what a magnificent older revolver to knock the X out of the targets.
