Newly posted 19-3 video

[357magster]

Some K frame goodness ...

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[Andy Lowry]

I'm a bit disappointed by his spiel on how hard it is to date S&W. Somebody needs to send him an invitation to join us here.

There is something special about the 19 (mine's a 6" 19-3), though I'm unable to specifically pinpoint exactly what it is. I have revolvers that are fancier, or more collectible, or more expensive, but the 19 is at the top of my "love-to-shoot" list. I really have to go out of my way to miss what I'm aiming at with it.

 

[Old cop]

Mine is a no-dash Model 66 w/stainless sights from 1973 and only shot three times before I got it from a retired LEO who kept it in the box. The first time I shot it the sights were spot on all the way out to 25 yards.

 

[stansdds]

I have a beat up 19-3, blued, 4 inch barrel and it is a hoot to shoot. I do limit the use of magnum ammo in mine these days and it longer sees the 110 or 125 grain magnum loads, but it is a fun revolver to shoot.

 

[old bear]

I've said this so many times, but I'll put it out there again.
The model 19 was and still is one of, if not, the best all around handguns ever produced. If the shooter does his part the model 19 will see that business is taken care of.

 

[Dieseltech56]

Here is my 19-3

 

[A10]

I've said this so many times, but I'll put it out there again.
The model 19 was and still is one of, if not, the best all around handguns ever produced. If the shooter does his part the model 19 will see that business is taken care of.

I could not agree more, Fred.

 

[Birdgun]

I've said this so many times, but I'll put it out there again.
The model 19 was and still is one of, if not, the best all around handguns ever produced. If the shooter does his part the model 19 will see that business is taken care of.

I completely agree. I shoot my Model 19 better than any other handgun, pistol or revolver, that I have shot.

Here's my "Combat Magnum."

S&W Model 19-3 "Combat Magnum" in 357 Magnum

Thanks for looking at my Combat Magnum.

God bless,
Birdgun

 

[jscott]

For many here, the attraction of the 19 is that we carried it for a long time as Police. We depended upon it to keep us safe. We formed a bond with that piece of wood and steel that , in my case, will last a life time. And then if we had to use it to get us home, the stronger the bond. I still have mine after 46 years. Its my favorite.

 

[elec-engr]

My Dad's 19-3

My Dad's 19-3, circa 1974. I inherited it, along with the Tyler T-grip and Roy's Leather Goods pancake holster, when he passed away a few months ago (he was retired FBI). I have shot it a couple of times and plan on handing it down to my son when I'm gone.

p.s. just joined, my first post!

Cheers,
elec-engr

 

[shouldazagged]

My condolences on the loss of your father.

He left you a fine handgun with a great history. I hope you'll shoot and enjoy it.

 

[A10]

My Dad's 19-3, circa 1974. I inherited it, along with the Tyler T-grip and Roy's Leather Goods pancake holster, when he passed away a few months ago (he was retired FBI). I have shot it a couple of times and plan on handing it down to my son when I'm gone.

p.s. just joined, my first post!

Cheers,
elec-engr

Welcome, EE. I am sad to hear about your dad. I lost my father 7 years ago, it leaves a hole that can never be filled.

He left you a fine inheritance, I'm glad you will pass it along.

 

[stevoc17]

Cleaning up my 19-4 today

 

[jb28]

I completely agree. I shoot my Model 19 better than any other handgun, pistol or revolver, that I have shot.

Here's my "Combat Magnum."

S&W Model 19-3 "Combat Magnum" in 357 Magnum

Thanks for looking at my Combat Magnum.

God bless,
Birdgun

That was my first handgun. Except it was a dash 4, TT TH TS. and like an idiot I sold it to buy something else.
Maybe I'll find another someday. California makes it really hard to find old handuns.

 

[tlawler]

Here is my 19-3

That is one sweet looking 19-3.

 

[wingspar]

I've been subbed to hickock45 for years and saw his original video on this gun. The one he said he sold to John. I picked up my 19-3 with 4-inch barrel used in 1984. I won't ever sell this one. You should be able to make out the S.C.S.O. below the cylinder. The S.C. could be dozens of places but I'm pretty sure the S.O. stands for Sheriff's Office.

My other half has a 19-4 with 6-inch barrel. Softer shooting.

 

[LPD256]

I've been subbed to hickock45 for years and saw his original video on this gun. The one he said he sold to John. I picked up my 19-3 with 4-inch barrel used in 1984. I won't ever sell this one. You should be able to make out the S.C.S.O. below the cylinder. The S.C. could be dozens of places but I'm pretty sure the S.O. stands for Sheriff's Office.

My other half has a 19-4 with 6-inch barrel. Softer shooting.

a letter would tell you where SC of SCSO is located. Or maybe not. But it would be fun to know. I love my K frames.

 

[t4terrific]

I wonder how many guns Hickok45 has sold by stirring up interest in his videos. He has a way of showing you how much he loves certain guns. Here's my 4" 19-3.

 

[dwpmusic]

Haven't had my 19-3 but a little while. I love it. Just put aother 100 rds of my reloads through it today.

 

[DevilDog72]

well

My Dad's 19-3, circa 1974. I inherited it, along with the Tyler T-grip and Roy's Leather Goods pancake holster, when he passed away a few months ago (he was retired FBI). I have shot it a couple of times and plan on handing it down to my son when I'm gone.

p.s. just joined, my first post!

Cheers,
elec-engr

First, I am sorry for your loss. I have gone through it as well.


Second, welcome to our Forum. You will find it is a great place to hang out.


As far as your Mdl 19 snub goes......IMHO you just cannot go wrong with it. My EDC has been a 19-4 snub for a very long time.Keep it clean and dry.... shoot it often... trust it to be there and ready if needed.

I have two Mdl 19s and a Mdl 66-3 snub.