Pre-model 10

[Absalom]

i've got some good deals off of GB because dealers didn't know what they had

I really don't think this has anything to do with "not knowing what they had"; this is simply bizarre. Looking through their various and extensive online offerings, this is not a pawnshop, but a professional and competent gun business that knows guns, and there is no reasonable explanation for the listing, down to a specific dash model number that apparently came out of nowhere, of the wrong gun.

If I were the OP, even if I decided to keep the gun, I'd be on the phone with the manager just trying to nail down what happened in any case. If there is an innocent explanation, they would want to know too.

 

[ParadiseRoad]

...photos of the revolver in question...

 

[mrchuck]

You did just fine. So,,keep it, shoot it.It will be very accurate.Also a great side arm when hunting.
It would be even better if the Auction Company sent you a check to cover the mistake they obviously made.

 

[deyomatic]

I really don't think this has anything to do with "not knowing what they had"; this is simply bizarre. Looking through their various and extensive online offerings, this is not a pawnshop, but a professional and competent gun business that knows guns, and there is no reasonable explanation for the listing, down to a specific dash model number that apparently came out of nowhere, of the wrong gun.

If I were the OP, even if I decided to keep the gun, I'd be on the phone with the manager just trying to nail down what happened in any case. If there is an innocent explanation, they would want to know too.

That is exactly what I was thinking. They called it a 15-3 not a model 15.

 

[policerevolvercollector]

That is what happens when you are posting multiple listings and you " cut & paste ". That's all it is. You bought the gun that they intended to sell regardless of any written description.

Congrats on a nice M&P.

Best,
Charles

 

[Viking Grampa]

You did just fine. So,,keep it, shoot it.It will be very accurate.Also a great side arm when hunting.
It would be even better if the Auction Company sent you a check to cover the mistake they obviously made.

I'm going to shoot it tomorrow and hope it's accurate, a check would be nice as well

 

[deyomatic]

I'm going to shoot it tomorrow and hope it's accurate, a check would be nice as well

Let us know how you do...at the range and at the bank. Good luck with both.

 

[vrichard]

Thanks for all the info, what are the correct grips for this revolver.

Your grips should looke like these,# to the gun,this 5in.is just a little early
then your 6in.
Dick

 

[Absalom]

Thanks for all the info, what are the correct grips for this revolver.

And in case the stocks on your gun and the ones in Dick's photo above look very similar to you, you'd be correct, they are.

The key is the top or shoulder of the stocks. The rounded sloping style on yours was introduced in the early/mid-1950s. If you look closely at Dick's picture, you'll notice a distinct sharper edge, which is why we refer to these as "sharp-shouldered magnas".

 

[Bob L]

If you like the pistol, I would keep it and enjoy shooting a very fine, good looking firearm. Even if you paid on the high side for it, in 10 or 20 years, you will realize what a bargain you got for a nice precision firearm.

 

[bedbugbilly]

I have no dog in this fight, but to assume that a gun dealer "knows" what they actually have is a bad assumption. Yes they should, but I don't have enough fingers and toes to count up the times I have seen something "mis-identified" in the last 50 + years. Yep, a person needs to do their homework but sometimes, we all slip up and I know I have a number times. Sometimes it works out - sometimes not.

I don't say the above to be critical towards anyone. Personally, I think it's a good looking shooting iron and I wouldn't kick out of bed for eating crackers. Shoot it, enjoy it and unless it really is upsetting to you, moe on. Tomorrow is another day! ;-) Enjoy!

 

[gman51]

If it is an 15-3 wouldn't that model number be stamped on the frame at cylinder yoke crane rest ?
I would call the seller before shooting it.

 

[Viking Grampa]

Let us know how you do...at the range and at the bank. Good luck with both.[/QU

Called the seller and explained the situation and they were very sorry and apologetic. The manager was very sorry and embarrassed about the situation. I wasn't looking or asking for anything, I had decided to keep what I had. I just wanted them to know what had transpired.

As for shooting it, it was awesome !!! Very nice trigger, especially in single action and very,very accurate. I am more pleased now than before and am now looking for one in 4 inch, so mines not lonely It all worked out, I learned a lot and found another style to collect LOL. Thanks to all for your knowledge, opinions and guidance. Regards!!!