Just when you thought it was safe to buy a new Model 36...

[Brian Parrish]

Apparently not, although I have the correct tools and bushings for trimming the face of the barrel extension, once I have it close, like .003 or .004 I use a file to finish it as it gives a much smoother finish than the tool....(snip).... a few turns with light pressure to smooth it out as mush as possible with cutter, then make a few passes with a fine tooth file that has the edges safed (teeth ground off) to get it nice and smooth. You must hold and stroke the face of the file dead flat on the case of extension.

Thank you again for your knowledge and experience here on the forum. We do not thank you enough I know.

 

[Brian Parrish]

You're not going to bash S&W, but you did anyway. Along with some bizarre victim shaming.

Do you only make purchases of goods you can handle beforehand? If so, good for you, but the world of commerce has moved beyond that methodology for quite some time now.

I agree examining ANY firearm before buying is the preferred method. BUT... the way the modern market is, in many cases the buyer cannot "look over" a purchase before making it. Demand outstrips supply, and revolvers in particular have become a much smaller produced firearm. Many dealers stock very few revolvers, for a variety of reasons, including a smaller market and perceived quality issues. So the buyer ends up ordering one - and paying for it - for one, sight unseen, on the reputation of the manufacturer.

Poor quality firearms costing close to $1000 retail, and more, are never to be expected, nor accepted, regardless if ordered sight unseen.

He possibly only meant that he regretted bashing and wanted to call it something else. You are right about the current market, but it will turn eventually, not soon enough. We have been here before historically if you consider that internet commerce is like catalog buying of the late 19th century.

I am surprised at your patient persistence, and I am so happy that it has been rewarded with this beautiful revolver. This worked out great for you! Thanks for the photos.

Kind regards,
BrianD

 

[pistolpete10]

Of the last 6 or so new SW guns I've purchased, none have been perfect. Some pretty bad and I sent back with mixed results. Don't plan on buying any more new ones.