New Classics Picture Thread

[Rick_A]

How about it? I know the mere mention of such can cause flameout, but I am a fan. I think they make good shooters out of the old and sometimes more fragile and generally more valuable guns they emulate.

This M22 is factory stock save for grips and a polished "Plug."

Out of the box:

Minor changes:

Plug:

At the range:

I like these guns and would like to see any of your "new classics."

 

[CSG]

Sort of an oxymoron to me. I like the stock grips better but the plug was a good idea. Why they won't make these without the lock is beyond me. A "classic" should replicate the original model and that means no silly IL.

IMO, of course.

 

[Rick_A]

Sort of an oxymoron to me. I like the stock grips better but the plug was a good idea. Why they won't make these without the lock is beyond me. A "classic" should replicate the original model and that means no silly IL.

IMO, of course.

It certainly is. The lock hole is a real eyesore, especially on these models.

I've tried to come up with all manner of excuses to get another set of grips...but nothing I've come across works better for me.

 

[deanodog]

That's a beauty. I sold my M22-4 but I still have the 21-4. These are very nice guns and I never could figure why they didn't sell very well.

 

[SurfGuitar]

As soon as my NICS clears the NJ backlog, and I actually get my new Classic 6.5" M-29 home, I'll be posting photos here.....

BTW.....sweet M-22 ya got there.....

 

[M.Cunningham]

That's a beauty. I sold my M22-4 but I still have the 21-4. These are very nice guns and I never could figure why they didn't sell very well.

The price they wanted is one idea.

 

[sophie]

Nice pictures and thanks for sharing.

 

[Jebus35745]

Not only pics of the classics but let us know if they shoot up to you're expectations. Nice grips Rick, Larry

 

[Dennis The B]

Here are mine. They're all a pleasure to shoot.

They're all accurate as he!!. Those big N frames really soak up the recoil. The only down sides to any of them, are the original stocks. While S&W made a nice attempt to replicate the feel of the original stocks, they're horrible with the exception of the Ahrend's on the Model 21-4. When they go to the range, they wear Ahrend's targets, or (Please don't strike me dead!!) Hogue's.

 

[stantheman86]

I made my own 10-14 "Classic" , this 10-14 was a Corrections trade in and I just added the Classic magna grips. The only thing I plan to do with it is add an Apex duty firing pin. It's got a heavy but slick DA pull.

 

[Rick_A]

Mine is a great shooter. The single action is a crisp 5lbs and the double is the smoothest I've come across. If anything the rebound is a little too light for my tastes. The lockup on it is vault tight; no perceptible movement. Rounds headspace perfectly without moon clips.

It's extremely accurate. From 15 yards unsupported I can get all shots touching if I do my part. It does shoot a little right (about 2" at 15 yards). I still have to figure my holds for further distances.

It came bone dry from the factory internally. I never trust what they put in there anyway. One chamber has a very small burr on the edge under the extractor star, and the forcing cone has some sharp flash around the outside edge on one side and some tool marks on the other. All the chambers could use some minor polishing...but I'm nitpicking there. There's a few marks on the grip frame from what looks like a holding fixture. One small line across the bottom and the others under the grip panels. All small stuff but a bit annoying nonetheless.

Functionally it is perfect save for some minor sight error.

 

[Rick_A]

Here are mine. They're all a pleasure to shoot.

They're all accurate as he!!. Those big N frames really soak up the recoil. The only down sides to any of them, are the original stocks. While S&W made a nice attempt to replicate the feel of the original stocks, they're horrible with the exception of the Ahrend's on the Model 21-4. When they go to the range, they wear Ahrend's targets, or (Please don't strike me dead!!) Hogue's.
http://i661.photobucket.com/albums/uu331/pendennis1947/SmithWessonThreeClassics.jpg

Nice guns and great picture.

 

[PALADIN85020]

I own only one of the "new classics," this Model 40-1 Centennial, with nickel finish. It left the factory on November 1, 2007. Look, Ma! No ugly lock hole!!!

John

 

[Rick_A]

The price they wanted is one idea.

I think it's fair considering the extra care put into the finish and the aftermarket stocks.

If price was the deciding factor I would've purchased the M-21 the shop had for an absolute steal. My M-22 was a few hundred dollars more, but is ultimately what I wanted.

The vintage 1917's out there are not heat treated to handle modern +P loads. The post war 1950 guns fetched way too much of a premium for my tastes in good condition. You could say I had no choice but to go modern.

 

[Hellcat]

I have and do buy S&W revolvers with a lock but I must admit that my no lock 27 is my favorite and will never be sold. I also like the 2005 and newer Mustang retro look but I would prefer a 289 Hi-Po fastback with 4 on the floor any day or night! Competition Orange works for me. Same goes for Jeeps. For me the last real Jeeps were the CJ5, CJ6, CJ7, CJ8 series. I know the new ones are very capable machines but they are not Jeeps to me. Keith
PS, a 48 Willys wagon 4cyl 3 on the tree would also work.

 

[SurfGuitar]

I received my new Classic Model 29-10 today....(after waiting 13 long days for the NJ NICS background check to clear).....picked it up this afternoon.....
First picture is what I found when I opened the box.....

It was extremely dry, so I applied a few drops of Tri-Flo to some of the working parts, and wiped the entire gun down with a thin coating. Living at the South Jersey seashore in the salt air oil is your gun's best friend.....

If this rain lets up tomorrow I will take it for it's first test drive at the range. I've got quite an assortment of reloads and factory ammo to run through it. If not tomorrow then Sunday.....