FBI agent's gun

[les.b]

sigp220.45:

Everyone gets a like on this thread. That is a great story, and I'm so glad you ended up with this wonderful firearm. What a great story. During my years in law enforcement, (1975-1997), I carried a model 66, and I too did just what this Agent did, removed and kept the target stocks, and put on a set of stocks just like yours, from a contemporary model 10, and a Tyler T Grip just like yours. And greatly preferred this combination, and still do to this day.

I also believe that especially on a revolver which serves to protect your and others lives, that it is a mistake to lighten the trigger pull by clipping coils, and replacing springs. The ideal pull is somewhat heavy, but smooth. Reliability is paramount.

Edit: Going back over your post, I see something I really like, and that is the installation of the smooth trigger. As someone who shot thousands of rounds, I really disliked the serrated triggers, and have come to appreciate the smooth triggers such as the one on your 19.

But I mainly want to congratulate you in acquiring this great package.

Best Regards, Les

 

[j38]

Thanks much for the story and pics. ... and glad you ended up with the gun.

Jerry

 

[okiegtrider]

Really great story and photos. Thanks for sharing. Your post is one in which we need more than one "like" button.

Couldn't agree more. I love stories like that about guns used by working cops. The, "humps", of the world mean a lot to me. Don't know how this one could be better documented. Awesome stuff!

 

[Texas Star]

With regard to the stocks, these have the rounded edges that S&W called "plainclothes" grips to avoid wear on coat linings.

Contrast these M-10 grips with sq. edged ones for the M-15. You'll see the difference.

The member who asked that question about stocks needs to hold a gun like this and one with the original target stocks and imagine wearing that gun as an agent.

 

[Glashaus]

Outstanding OP! Thanks for the pictures of the M19 and all the documentation!!

 

[dscampbell]

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[Texas Star]

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And yours has a black adaptor to match the gun's finish.

 

[Xfuzz]

How can a Smith model 19 get any cooler than that....
Great revolver Sig...

 

[31FordA]

This is a really great post. I'm glad to see a revolver like that go to someone who appreciates it's history. Two of the guns that I highly value came from my old partner. He gave me the guns he carried during his 25 years with the State Police, mostly because he thought I would appreciate them more than most people. I suspect that the original owner of that Model 19 would appreciate it going to another agent who can appreciate it.

 

[67whaler]

Nice

Sometimes, things are just meant to be. Enjoy it. It's a beauty!

 

[NCBeagle]

Lester Limerick, the gunsmith (Chief Gunsmith) identified in your paperwork is mentioned / pictured in this article (last page): http://www.svsu.edu/library/archives/public/Follett/documents/65_79/KFP067_25aa.pdf

 

[shouldazagged]

I think Fate decreed that this M19 should go to another hump agent, and decided you were the most worthy recipient.

I'll bet the previous owner agrees.

Fascinating post, with great photos. Thanks.

 

[richcory]

Great story

Cory

 

[S&WsRsweet]

Love the gun , love story behind the gun , the FBI " hump agents" guys you don't see on the TV but your service is appreciated by the regular folk who know you are there in the background keeping us safe .Thanks.

 

[BAM-BAM]

Have used the grip adaptors for years w/ magna grips on 2 1/2 inch 19s and 66s........

In the 80s when wood target grips could be had for $5-10 in LGSs.....I would cut (IIRC) 3/8 inch off the bottom leaving just a ''sliver" of wood covering the bottom of the grip frame; and rounded the edge.....I found it to be a better / much less bulky grip.

Today on 4-6 inch guns I tend to use Spegel extended boot grips.

 

[Watchdog]

Great post and story. Love the provenance of this gun, and the really good photographs.

Things like this are what this forum is all about for me.

 

[epj]

Would that smooth trigger have come from a 19-5, or were they available earlier?

 

[29-1]

Sig, great post! The bride enjoyed it immensely. She said to tell you she's one of those agents who decided to go the leadership route and get away from the common folk smelly criminals. She's a Unit Chief at HQs working counter proliferation and funny thing is, the criminals she goes after now may not smell bad, but they do a lot of damage unchecked.
Regards
Chuck and Eliza

 

[yep380]

Great story, well told and a great gun. Thumbs up!

 

[Muss Muggins]

Great revolver. I had the fortune to work with two hump agents at our local resident agency before they retired, one a long time family friend. They are a breed apart from other agents that I know . . .