beemerrider
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I own an ANIB Model 60-1, SN:ALU1688 with adjustable sights, that I traded for, sometime in late 70's or early 80's. At that time, I was very involved in Bulls-eye shooting and became obsessively critical of accuracy from each of my handguns. I had a Charter Arms Undercover 2" .38 special, which always shot about two and a half inches off point of aim at 25 yards. Yeah, I know that's really not bad for this type revolver, considering they were not designed for 25 yard shooting, but nevertheless I really wanted it to be "right", or darned close. With the aid of one of my team mates, we carefully filed the front sight, the only sight adjustment possible, to make it better. We made some progress, but not enough to make me ecstatic. Then I traded a rifle I didn't like that well, for the new Mod. 60 and some boot from the other guy.
I tried it out at 25yds, and it was right on, so I thought it would be fun to take it down to the 100 yard range at Tri-County Gun Club, where I am a member. I stapled up 6 100yd bullseye rifle targets, 2 high and three across and shot from the 100 yd bench. To my amazement, the first cylinder full hit within my target grouping. I then dialed in the adjustable sights and found I was able to keep them all within about 4-6 inches, when I did my part, while firing with a two-hand hold off a sandbag rest.
I was very pleased and surprised the gun would do this, and I also learned it was possible to take and make long shots if needed. From my experience, I give kudos to Smith & Wesson for really doing a good job building these small, very concealable revolvers, with adjustable sights. While I doubt I will ever have the need to shoot it at those distances, it's nice to know it's up to the job if needed. Should you have the opportunity to pick up one of these adjustable sight Model 60's, I recommend it. With the right holster choice they are very concealable, and I've not had any issues with the sights snagging during my draw.
And, I wouldn't overlook the Charter Arms revolvers. These are well-made, no-frills revolvers, but are a decent self protection piece, and in my experience very reliable and plenty accurate enough for their intended purpose.
Beemerrider
Beemerrider
I tried it out at 25yds, and it was right on, so I thought it would be fun to take it down to the 100 yard range at Tri-County Gun Club, where I am a member. I stapled up 6 100yd bullseye rifle targets, 2 high and three across and shot from the 100 yd bench. To my amazement, the first cylinder full hit within my target grouping. I then dialed in the adjustable sights and found I was able to keep them all within about 4-6 inches, when I did my part, while firing with a two-hand hold off a sandbag rest.
I was very pleased and surprised the gun would do this, and I also learned it was possible to take and make long shots if needed. From my experience, I give kudos to Smith & Wesson for really doing a good job building these small, very concealable revolvers, with adjustable sights. While I doubt I will ever have the need to shoot it at those distances, it's nice to know it's up to the job if needed. Should you have the opportunity to pick up one of these adjustable sight Model 60's, I recommend it. With the right holster choice they are very concealable, and I've not had any issues with the sights snagging during my draw.
And, I wouldn't overlook the Charter Arms revolvers. These are well-made, no-frills revolvers, but are a decent self protection piece, and in my experience very reliable and plenty accurate enough for their intended purpose.
Beemerrider
Beemerrider
