Replacing an old friend

[mm93]

Years ago I had a S&W .32-20 Hand Ejector that wasn't a high condition collectible, but I loved the cartridge and the way it shot. I sold it thinking someday I'd replace it, but never came across one locally. Last weekend at a gun show I came across a 4th variation from the mid 1920's at a gun show, but I felt it was a little high for the condition. Made the guy an offer of $100 less and he declined it. Next day I saw he still had it, and had knocked $50 off his price. I made the same offer as the day before and this time he took it.
It's again not a high end Smith, and has the wrong grips for a 4th change version; but it will do for a shooter and maybe find a decent pre War grip set cheap someday. Just happy to have one back in my collection to shoot.

 

[erikpolcrack]

I've got several 32-20s, both S&W and Colt. Can't imagine selling any of them.

 

[JP@AK]

Good for you, mm93.

5" barrel. Made before about 1927. Stocks are post-1953.

Care to share the serial number for the database?

 

[Breakaway500]

I like the 32-20 as well. You bought the stocks and got the gun for free!

 

[mm93]

I like the 32-20 as well. You bought the stocks and got the gun for free!

Not sure since I didn't mention what I paid for it.

 

[mm93]

I've got several 32-20s, both S&W and Colt. Can't imagine selling any of them.

I have three rifles and this makes three pistols all in .32-20 chamber. One Remington Hepburn, another #2 Rolling Block, and a Ballard #2 Deluxe rifle. My other two handguns are both SAA models; one Colt and one Uberti.

 

[mm93]

Good for you, mm93.

5" barrel. Made before about 1927. Stocks are post-1953.

Care to share the serial number for the database?

I'll PM you the serial number.

 

[erikpolcrack]

I have three rifles and this makes three pistols all in .32-20 chamber. One Remington Hepburn, another #2 Rolling Block, and a Ballard #2 Deluxe rifle. My other two handguns are both SAA models; one Colt and one Uberti.

Forgot to mention I also have a Savage Model 23 bolt action in 32-20. Also have versions of that fine old rifle in 25-20, 22 Hornet, and 22 LR.

 

[ralph7]

Not sure since I didn't mention what I paid for it.

He saw $100 in your post and thought that was the price, I bet.

 

[glowe]

I'll PM you the serial number.

Is it stolen?

 

[mm93]

Is it stolen?

Why would you even ask this? Just what makes you think it's a stolen firearm?

 

[Truckman]

Why would you even ask this? Just what makes you think it's a stolen firearm?

I don't think for a second that's what Gary meant, he's more likely wondering why you're not willing to share the S/N in public instead of by PM...Others besides Jack can add to their own databases...The databases can benefit all of us......Ben

 

[Mike LaNier]

Like mm93, I have always liked the .32-20 round; easy to shoot, and generally very accurate. I had a matched pair of Colt Bisleys in .32-20, long (7 1/2") barrels and stag stocks, as well as an 1892 Winchester to go with them; lost them in the wildfire in 2020. I get a little teary-eyed when I think about them.

 

[dwh]

Congrats on your 32-20 purchase. It’s my absolute favorite woods loafing cartridge. They are addictive.

 

[mm93]

I don't think for a second that's what Gary meant, he's more likely wondering why you're not willing to share the S/N in public instead of by PM...Others besides Jack can add to their own databases...The databases can benefit all of us......Ben

Well if it was stolen I wouldn't share the serial number with anyone, and wouldn't even have posted the gun here at all. So I think the question should have never been asked.
I assumed whatever "database" he mentioned was accessible to anyone, and no need to post it here also?

 

[Truckman]

It doesn't cost a nickel to post a S/N here, and it might even help you if someone has it listed in a database with pertinent information about it......Ben

 

[Green Frog]

Many years ago I was all excited about the Handgun Silhouette game, and figured a TC Contender in 32-20 would be the very thing. However, when I approached no less personage than Skeeter Skelton (who had written much about his love of the 32-20) he surprised me by shutting down the idea in favor of the then-new 32 H&R. He extolled the virtues of easy reloading, long brass life, etc, etc.
I kinda changed my direction. After all who would argue with Skeeter (besides maybe Bill Jordan)?
BTW, I think I still have three 32-20s around here. One of them is even a Smith M&P.

 

[StrawHat]

I just dropped a Winchester Model S&W at my auction house. It will be interesting to see what it brings.

Kevin