I've seen a couple done and they really came out nice. I was impressed.
But I'm not quite ready to do that on my Model 4506 (No Dash).
I kinda like it the way it is. 
Ugly. Perfect.
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But I'm not quite ready to do that on my Model 4506 (No Dash).
I kinda like it the way it is. I've seen a couple done and they really came out nice. I was impressed.
But I'm not quite ready to do that on my Model 4506 (No Dash).
File it down to round
new grips....... and springs
bead blast............
Sell it to TTSH .... for $499.99 ....."anib"!
Hey, seriously... I've seen a lot worse!File it down to round
new grips....... and springs
bead blast............
Sell it to TTSH .... for $499.99 ....."anib"!
You've got to love the all-stainless, roll-marked 3rd Gens for their ability to be brought back to "as-new" cosmetic condition with minimal effort and cost.
File it down to round
new grips....... and springs
bead blast............
Sell it to TTSH .... for $499.99 ....."anib"!
I agree, if you don't like the squared off trigger guard take it a belt sander and sand it round. Strip it completely and have it bead blasted to even out and dull down the finish. Put it back together with new springs and grip and you are good to go. It's not a collectors item and you've got practically nothing in it so what have you got to loose?
I saw a guy who sent his 745 off for some metal work. Took down the hook and he under cut the rear of the trigger guard -- which is a phenomenal idea for a (much) better strong hand grip on the pistol.
If I had a buddy who's work I could trust, I would also do it to my 745. And I -LOVE- my 745.
If I had a buddy who's work I could trust, I would also do it to my 745. And I -LOVE- my 745.
Mikedtkd
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I just bought a 659 but with 3rd gen appearances just like his. It is marked 659 on the slide, serial number starts with TBV, it has the red safety dot on the slide, not the frame, like all 2nd gens but..
1. It has the 3rd gen wraparound grips
2. It has the 3rd gen ambi-safety without the Phillips head screw
3. It has NO barrel bushing which 2nd gens are supposed to have
I personally think it has the best of both 2nd and 3rd gens and considering how many thousands of regular 659s & 5906s are out there, these interim models are unique.
I love mine!
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reddoggm
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Ugly is only in the Eyes (or the hands) of the Beholder
Change the Grips and Enjoy a great priced Truck /HD Gun
DOGG!!!
Change the Grips and Enjoy a great priced Truck /HD Gun
DOGG!!!
loeman
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$232!!! That would be just about the perfect price for me to start practicing all my latent Bubba talents. If the end result is not a masterpiece, then at least I'll know to never try again.
And I agree with the OP, that will be just about the perfect truck gun...a quality S&W that you can count on that you will never have to be concerned about dings and scrapes.
And I agree with the OP, that will be just about the perfect truck gun...a quality S&W that you can count on that you will never have to be concerned about dings and scrapes.
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I always thought that was beer holder...not beholder. That would explain a few of my late night gunbroker purchases as well.
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Art Doc
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I checked and it has the dimple on the bottom of the grips. So I guess I don't need to worry about it?
Too much work to try to reshape the trigger guard. Like I said. it's ugly and that suits my purpose. Another advantage to this big, heavy brute is that it sure tames the recoil of my nasty hand loads.
I was once told that this was a transitional model with features from two different series. The only problem I've had is the ambidextrous safety comes loose when shooting so I put a drop of Locktight on it and so far so good..
Too much work to try to reshape the trigger guard. Like I said. it's ugly and that suits my purpose. Another advantage to this big, heavy brute is that it sure tames the recoil of my nasty hand loads.
I was once told that this was a transitional model with features from two different series. The only problem I've had is the ambidextrous safety comes loose when shooting so I put a drop of Locktight on it and so far so good..
I assume it's a 2nd generation off side safety screw that loosened. The screw was recognized as bad design and eliminated shortly after your truck gun was made. Notice Miketdkd's other wise identical 659/5906 has the 3rd generation safety barrel without the screw. However, the drops of blue Locktight on my two .45s' Philip's heads have been good for 20 years.
I'll tell you one thing this thread has done for certain.
I am now seriously disinclined to buy that transitional I've been talking about that I keep seeing at one of our local shows. 
If semi-rare transitionals are just considered "truck guns" now, what's the point of me paying a small fortune for one?
SaxonPig, holsters for this gun with the square trigger guard are not easy to find but just to give you an idea of what's out there, here is a photo of two of my favorites. The one on the left is a Don Hume that was made for the Springfield XD but it is a 99% fit. The one on the right is a Tex Shoemaker & Son PC Hugger that I bought NOS police trade-in. I also have a DeSantis custom paddle holster for it but it's out of reach at the moment.
My 5903 was initially supposed to be a truck gun but I like it so much that it spends just as much time on my side.
My 5903 was initially supposed to be a truck gun but I like it so much that it spends just as much time on my side.
You got it! No need to worry about it if you've got the dimple.
As for the ambi-safety lever and that blasted screw, they all loosen on their own and the loc-tite is the prescribed fix and should work just fine.
This forum is such a valuable resource. I have an early 5906 with the old grips that will need to be replaced. This is the second of my pistols that I have recently learned has an open recall. Thank you guys for sharing the knowledge.
dlombard
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I know you think this firearm is hideous, but to me, stainless steel is a very hot look for a gun. I realize that some have argued against its flashy looks as being "not that tactical," preferring all black (or very dark) sidearms like the 92FS or a G17... And maybe every little bit helps, but I'm not a fan of the argument. These have been working just fine for the Japanese Coast Guard, the California Highway Patrol and Royal Canadian Mounted Police for years. I find these Very appealing. Think you made a good choice in picking this one up. It is very heavy and big, so, not a concealment firearm by any measure. But I'd love to have one of these as my HD weapon myself.
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Art Doc
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No question that stainless steel is the most practical material for a working handgun. Two of my three working handguns are stainless...and I own no others as I find unappealing aesthetically. But that's "in the eye of the beholder" stuff. The functions fine and is perfect for my needs.
BTW_ Both this 659 and the 2" M64 (my other stainless working gun) have been polished for a brighter finish than the flat, dull stainless look I dislike so much.
BTW_ Both this 659 and the 2" M64 (my other stainless working gun) have been polished for a brighter finish than the flat, dull stainless look I dislike so much.
