Smith Wesson Model 19 Classic ?

[Darkenfast]

The recent "American Rifleman" review of the new Combat Magnum shows good velocity and excellent accuracy. I think that demonstrates (in a one-sample way!) that the two-piece barrel works.

 

[SLT223]

Im waiting to find one used. Its the nicest looking current production revolver on the market in my opinion. The two piece barrels work as advertised in my experience. I bet its a helluva shooter.

 

[dr. mordo]

There's some nice M10s listed for sale here right now... (not mine)

 

[ABPOS]

No, the "Classic" models have the old style thumbpiece.

I didn't realize that. Thank you.

 

[Joed49]

I have owned a lot of older S&W revolvers. I've also owned the newer ones and to be honest I see no reason for not owning the new versions. Never had a problem with the lock or MIM parts, they've been accurate and trouble free for me.

Were I in the market for another revolver I'd buy a new one in a heartbeat.

 

[stansdds]

The recent "American Rifleman" review of the new Combat Magnum shows good velocity and excellent accuracy. I think that demonstrates (in a one-sample way!) that the two-piece barrel works.

Dan Wesson proved the accuracy potential of the tensioned barrel system many decades ago.

 

[Phillies]

The 4.25" will comply with Canada and some state laws.

I was good with all the differences with the new Classic version until I saw the barrel is a quarter inch longer. Is that extra .25 inches noticable ?

 

[FifthWheel]

I was good with all the differences with the new Classic version until I saw the barrel is a quarter inch longer. Is that extra .25 inches noticable ?

I doubt it but be careful if buying a holster.

 

[jwk]

For a shooter yes if you're collecting no.

 

[CajunBass]

I was good with all the differences with the new Classic version until I saw the barrel is a quarter inch longer. Is that extra .25 inches noticable ?

When I first got mine, that was the only thing I didn't like about it. Before long though I realized I didn't even notice it anymore.

Mine fits all the K-frame holsters I've got just fine. No problem.

 

[Phillies]

When I first got mine, that was the only thing I didn't like about it. Before long though I realized I didn't even notice it anymore.

Mine fits all the K-frame holsters I've got just fine. No problem.

Thanks. I guess once you get it you and shoot it you don't even notice the extra quarter inch. Although I still find it silly that Smith Wesson did that...

 

[bronco45]

The extra 1/4" was to fulfill the law for export into Canada. Ruger does the same thing. I have a Model 69 44 which the locking and barrel system on the 19 originated with and after 5 years of ownership and regular shooting it is the most accurate 44 I own. Including a Pre 29 5". I know Smith and Wesson heresy but it is true.

 

[Phillies]

The extra 1/4" was to fulfill the law for export into Canada. Ruger does the same thing. I have a Model 69 44 which the locking and barrel system on the 19 originated with and after 5 years of ownership and regular shooting it is the most accurate 44 I own. Including a Pre 29 5". I know Smith and Wesson heresy but it is true.

Interesting. But why did S&W feel compelled to do it for that firearm and not their other 4 inch revolvers ?

 

[amazingflapjack]

Suggest you put an add in "wanted to buy" here on the forum. hopefully you will be able to find a wonderful early production M-19.

 

[Narragansett]

I believe there is a 19-2 for sale right now, on the forum. It is described as a safe queen. Nice original diamond targets. However, it is marked as all sales final. There are not enough pics to get me interested in " all sales final". I would need to see the forcing cone for cracks, recoil shield, and frame with grips removed.But It could be a nice deal

 

[67ray]

@Phillies Don't overlook the 586 Carry Comp - same revolver but with 7 shots:

PERFORMANCE CENTER(R) 586 L-Comp | Smith & Wesson

And 19:

PERFORMANCE CENTER(R) Model 19 Carry Comp(R) | Smith & Wesson

 

[Sol-Invictus]

Hate to say it but the new 66s and 19s out perform the old models.

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[mike56]

Picked my 19 classic up today.
Finish looks good. Good solid lock up with that new mid-lock.
They cheaped out, no white outline rear, and no target hammer. Double action is rough, but its new. Not sure on grips. Nicely done but will need to see if their functional. VZ has a sale through the weekend. Round butt narrows choices.
Will get it out monday.

Anyone know if they have a target hammer that will fit it?

 

[Sol-Invictus]

Pull off the side plate and spray out the internals and lube, it will break in quickly, the mim parts smooth out great. My new model 66 2.75 has the best, smoothest double action in my collection and shoots lights out. I was hitting a 2 inch dot at 50 yards with Hornady Critical Defense 357, 125gr FTX single action kneeling with my arms supported on a shooting shelf with my bifocals about 1/2 the time. Blowing out dots double action at 7 yards. Carries great and out shoots my 1911s on the B silhouettes.

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[Tom S.]

Pull off the side plate and spray out the internals and lube, it will break in quickly, the mim parts smooth out great. My new model 66 2.75 has the best, smoothest double action in my collection and shoots lights out. I was hitting a 2 inch dot at 50 yards with Hornady Critical Defense 357, 125gr FTX single action kneeling with my arms supported on a shooting shelf with my bifocals about 1/2 the time. Blowing out dots double action at 7 yards. Carries great and out shoots my 1911s on the B silhouettes.

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Another thing to check for with the side plate off is burrs. MIM parts have none, but the inside of the gun is still machined and I found (and removed) a large burr on the inside of a 617.