This thread is awesome!

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Originally posted by got2hav1:
Picked up this nice little Model 66 from the 80s time frame.

That is cool....gotta love a snubby! I have it's blued brother. 19-3

I love the M19 bluing. Hardly ever see one for sale locally.

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Originally posted by got2hav1:
I love the M19 bluing. Hardly ever see one for sale locally.

I lucked into this one at the LGS a few months back for under $700, and decided it was worth enduring the wrath of my wife to not leave it in the case . Somebody left it in a holster at some point, so the bluing on the cylinder has some marks, but the frame is pretty clean.

A lot of folks get hot and bothered about the Pythons, but I've always thought a blued 4" Model 19 with target stocks is about the pinnacle of revolver aesthetics. I think the snubbies are more practical for concealed carry, and stainless holds up better on a duty gun, but some day when I've bought everything else I need I'm getting a 4" 19 just to look at .

stiab, what model is that stainless centennial? I can't quite read it in the photo. You don't see many of those in 3".

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Originally posted by 92fstech:
stiab, what model is that stainless centennial? I can't quite read it in the photo. You don't see many of those in 3".

It's a 3" 640, here's the original ad from when they were introduced, "tested for +P+". The 2" version was later issued to US Treasury Agents as backup, and qualification was with Federal Premium 147g Hydra Shok +P+...

Very cool!

I only own two S&W revolvers...

Top one is a Model 19 with 4" barrel that is my working in the yard gun.

The one below belonged to my late Father and I hope to one day donate it to the Marine Corps Museum.

Carved into the grip of this gun is:

"Korea 1950-51, Thru Hell"

My father had this revolver strapped to his chest at the Chosin Reservoir November - December of 1950.

Models 640 and 617 in much favor at Casa HK Ag

I have enjoyed this thread as it is informative and depicts some beautiful S&W wheel guns. It has piqued my interest in my own S&W, as I didn't see it anywhere in the posts. I don't know how to post a pic so that gets me nowhere. My revolver shows 19-3, has a 2 1/2 barrel, and is bright nickel.
It is a beautiful, accurate piece that I love, I just don't know any of its history.
Any information shared would be greatly appreciated as the membership here exhibits a great depth of knowledge. Thanks.

A couple of Model 15s 1957 and 1967





And a pre model 15

(3) 3.5" Pre 27's and (2) 27-2's







J-frames

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Artie, is that a nickel Model 19? Looks great. I have a nickel 586, a former LE side arm. Not marked but I know the history on it.

Yes, it is a factory nickel 19-6, with case hardened hammer and trigger. I don't have any box of paperwork with it, but it's in immaculate shape. I bought it in 2010 or so for $450. Regrettably, those prices are probably gone for ever.

Blindref, it's always a treat to get a glimpse at your collection! Can you tell us more about that AirLite J-Frame at about 5:00? What's it chambered in and what's going on with the hammer?

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Originally posted by 92fstech:
Blindref, it's always a treat to get a glimpse at your collection! Can you tell us more about that AirLite J-Frame at about 5:00? What's it chambered in and what's going on with the hammer?

That's a Model 317 Airlite and it's an 8 shot .22lr. Fully loaded, it weighs in at only 11 oz. They came with either Uncle Mike's rubber grips, or the Dymond Wood grips mine is wearing. Good catch on the hammer. The 317 featured a straight spur hammer like on the Bodyguard.

Some serious memories this post brought up. My 1st 2 years on the police force we carried the Smith 38.Our entire shift had enough hand held radios for half of us. If it was a rough area and call we had to leave an officer standing by the car radio so we could yell out to him for help. It’s amazing how under gunned we were with little communication. Those revolvers were accurate though. After we got a federal grant we were in the big time with our new Glock 45s and our very own radios. I never loved the Glock because it was hard to vatty as a detective. The damn thing nearly pulled my pants down.

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Originally posted by blindref:

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Originally posted by 92fstech:
Blindref, it's always a treat to get a glimpse at your collection! Can you tell us more about that AirLite J-Frame at about 5:00? What's it chambered in and what's going on with the hammer?

That's a Model 317 Airlite and it's an 8 shot .22lr. Fully loaded, it weighs in at only 11 oz. They came with either Uncle Mike's rubber grips, or the Dymond Wood grips mine is wearing. Good catch on the hammer. The 317 featured a straight spur hammer like on the Bodyguard.

Very nice! I thought it might be a 317, but I've only ever seen the newer 3" version with the standard hammer. I really like a 3" revolver, but for that particular application (ultralight, pocketable .22) I really like yours, especially since I already have the 3" covered with a 63-5.

Here are my S&W revolvers. On the left are my 340 M&P and 351C in .22WMR.

On the right 19 Carry Comp and 36 Classic.

Eventually will have walnut grips on the 19.