the new pre lock revolvers

[rjh]

I am thinking about buying either a 21-4 or the 22 classic .45acp model. I know that these are no longer like the PR revolvers of old, but are they good pieces? Will they hold up. I look at the older pistols that have been shooting for years. Any comments are appreciated. Thanks, Bob in Texas

 

[CAJUNLAWYER]

I am thinking about buying either a 21-4 or the 22 classic .45acp model. I know that these are no longer like the PR revolvers of old, but are they good pieces? Will they hold up. I look at the older pistols that have been shooting for years. Any comments are appreciated. Thanks, Bob in Texas

FIrst of all-they HAVE the lock-second-I would wxpect they would hold up as well as the old ones.
To be honest-if I want to go retro with blued N frame fixed sights, I'm gonna get an old one-the new ones are nice and all that but I just ain't gonna spend that kind of money for a new one when I can get an old one for the same if not less cost.

 

[GatorFarmer]

As far as I've seen only some runs of Airweight snubs and the new Model 40s lack the IL. That said, since metallurgy has improved over the years, I don't see any reason why a current revolver would be troublesome... Well save for those MIM parts. Or in the unlikely (but not impossible) chance the the IL does malfunction...

 

[zercool]

I have the new 21-4. I love it. Replaced the factory itty-bitty grips with a set of RB combats. It's become my "always" woods gun - supplanting my 1911 for that job, no less. Accurate, rides the recoil easily, nice clean action ... I'd absolutely buy another.

 

[Evil One]

This is honestly the best shooting carry pistol I have ever owned.

Jim

 

[deanodog]

This is my 2nd 21-4 and I have also owned a 22-4. Nice guns

This one has a different look. I would like to own another 22-4 I sold my first one.