Model 52-1

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In the mid '80,I had bought a model 52.In the foolishness of my youth,I sold it...and of course regretted it.
Today feels like it's Christmas;I just got my new to me 52-1.
Since my wife didn't seem to share my excitement,I thought I'd share with you guys.
And wait,the best is yet to come!I paid $500 for it.Yep,it must be Christmas!
 
Nice try, but no pics = didn't happen! :rolleyes:
 
"Maybe a Canadian thing?"
Doubtful, Model 52's of any flavour don't frequently show up for sale up here. I'm sure there is a story, but I concur with everyone else: Pic's or it didn't happen.
 
My pride and joy is a 52-1 I picked up a few years ago, unfired but no box, tool, or extra mag. Paid more than $500 however.
By the way, what were the dates of manufacture on the 52-1?
 
If you want, I can either send you a step by step tutorial on posting pic's (it's easy) or you can email the pic's to me at: [email protected] and I'll post them on your behalf.
 
If you want, I can either send you a step by step tutorial on posting pic's (it's easy) or you can email the pic's to me at: [email protected] and I'll post them on your behalf.

Thanks for the kind offer 824;I'd rather learn how to do it than to bug you everytime I want to post a photo.If you'd please send it to me I will put the necessary time to learn it
Thanks!
 
I sent you a step by step tutorial! Check your PM's
 
S&W 52-1 photos like promised

Hope the photos followed.Thanks to Robert for you being so patient with this computorsaurus!
 

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now that I know how,here are some more

At first,I was afraid the BoMar rib would slow down the travel of the slide but it works perfectly with regular target loads.And the thing is way more accurate than I.I've shot aprox 250 rds single hand this week end without a hiccup.
Many fun range sessions coming up!
 

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Looks good!
Now posting pic’s will be second nature!
 
Need to see pics of $500 Model 52. Maybe a Canadian thing?

Yes,I'm in Canada.I've found that for used guns since the demand up here is not the same as in the USA the prices are about on par with US prices;considering our CA$ is worth aprox 30%less,we can find bargains.Of course,we have to pay that 30%premium when we buy new.
 
Shoot that thang. That's what we do here in the US of A.

300rds the 1st week end I've had it and I intend to put nearly as many this coming week end.Now all I have to do is set one of my Dillons for 38spl with wc.Supply is running low!
 
Now that's a steal considering the fact that a Model 52 normally sells in Canada for about $1500CDN ($1150US). Who did you steal it from :rolleyes:?
 
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Now that's a steal considering the fact that a Model 52 normally sells in Canada for about $1500CDN ($1150US). Who did you steal it from :rolleyes:?

Just to wet your apetite,3 years ago I bought a1956 Python from the 1st owner for $600.The gun had exactly 13 shots fired through it;12 .38spl and 1 .357 Mag.
Must have been born under the right star!
 
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