I don't think the small-frame, snub-nose revolver (the new Colt and, I presume, the Kimber are of this type) is making a comeback, because they never really left.

I'm more into the "older" revolvers.

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Originally posted by jnichols2:
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I love shooting revolvers. Right now I only have one, a Smith and Wesson M29 Classic .44 Magnum. It goes to the range with me every time I go. I've noticed since I learned to master the double action trigger on my revolver, semi-autos are much easier to shoot and control."

So --- you only have one. I bet that one "made your day".

You sure picked a nice one for your first.

PS I stole your picture.

I also have a S&W M29 Classic in .44 mag and I love this thing. The sweetest trigger and just fun to shoot.

Here is a pic:



Jim

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Originally posted by egregore:
I don't think the small-frame, snub-nose revolver (the new Colt and, I presume, the Kimber are of this type) is making a comeback, because they never really left.

Yup.

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Originally posted by ArtieS:
For something that isn't coming back, nice ones sure are damned expensive.

that is one reason why they are so expensive: limited production runs/poor economy of scale

and the fact that some of us oldies are sittin' on piles of S&W and Colts, thus keeping them off of the secondary market at other than obscene prices.

Comeback of revolvers? I never knew they went anywhere.





My Python is 56 years young and still going strong.

the only semi that came remotely close to shooting a 6 inch python was a Springfield professional, 1911
I am talking about fun , comfort, simplicity,
revolvers forever

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Originally posted by bendable:
the only semi that came remotely close to shooting a 6 inch python was a Springfield professional, 1911
I am talking about fun , comfort, simplicity,
revolvers forever

I beg to differ. While the Python is all that you describe, it pales in comparison to my '47 SP 47/8. That pistol has the finest trigger I have ever experienced, bar none. Plus, the 47/8 simply melts in your hand. It really is unbelievable to shoot.

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'47 SP 47/8.

I don't know what that is

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'47 SP 47/8.

I don't know what that is

It is the precursor of the P210. To the uninformed, a 47/8 and a P210 appear identical. But, they are not. One must handle both to experience the differences and understand.

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Originally posted by 45 Cal:
I have been shooting revolvers for fifty years,they are smiths and I have pairs of them mostly,these days.
I have downsized on some to friends

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I just can't seem to get you to shoot a Ruger revolvers like a civilized gentleman.

Several people shoot 617 22LR revolvers in Bowling Pin competition. . . . a specialty item

However, to evaluate new technology, I did buy for myself a Ruger LCRx in 38 Special with the longer barrel and exposed hammer. The lock work is an improvement on very old technology. Improvements in semi-autos continue, but no more are expected with revolvers other than in materials.

There is a guy who shoots my club's IPSC matches with a S&W 9mm revolver. I think it holds 9 shots. He does pretty well with it.

The last gun on my wishlist is a Smith 27, not the current shit of course, with a 4 or 5 inch barrel. I'll probably be paying a bit if I ever find one. I've had 4 Smith 28s. Great guns, but I want the 27.

About once every two weeks I rotate in a Smith that his the little lock hole in it. Carries and shoots great. Works out well in a Mika pocket holster. I could care less that it has that lock.

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Originally posted by MG34_Dan:

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Originally posted by bendable:

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'47 SP 47/8.

I don't know what that is

It is the precursor of the P210. To the uninformed, a 47/8 and a P210 appear identical. But, they are not. One must handle both to experience the differences and understand

I had two over the years but I remember it as the model 49. Am I mistaken or is there also a model 49 precursor to the 210?

Incredible gun. The loss of those two are my life-long deepest regret of letting a pistol go despite the justified reasons for selling them.

Regarding revolvers, I have a few autos and sorely missed a revolver so I bought a 1977 model 10 Smith and Wesson with the original police holster to add a wheel gun in my collection. Plain-Jane but pure class. I love revolvers but carry autos.

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The 47/8 was the precursor of the P49 (Swiss Military), M49 (Danish Military) and P210 (everyone else). When compared to the others, the 47/8 is lighter and slimmer. It feels very nimble in my hand.

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Originally posted by rifmon:.
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I had two over the years but I remember it as the model 49. Am I mistaken or is there also a model 49 precursor to the 210?
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The 47/8 was the precursor of the P49 (Swiss Military), M49 (Danish Military) and P210 (everyone else). When compared to the others, the 47/8 is lighter and slimmer. It feels very nimble in my hand.

Thanks for the info! I was unaware of the two. So both of mine were Danish. If I were to ever have the money, I'd like to get another pre 210. There was something very special and unique about them.

I wouldn't call it a comeback. Colt is trying to stay afloat with the cobra. Kimber made a heavy $900 .357 snub that already existed for less.

In answer to the over priced Kimber revolver, I say this, I own one, and it's the finest snub nose revolver I have, and I own several high end models, this Kimber K6S is built like a vault, and has the smoothest DAO trigger of any of my other snub noses,, so even at a high price, it's worth every penny IMHO..every corner is cut to a 45 degree angle, which gives this a total melted effect, the lock up is tighter than any gun I've seen as of yet, the engineering on this gun is just fantastic, the cylinder to forcing cone gap is tight for superb accuracy, each chamber is recessed for additional tightness of the cyliner to the frame, sights can be changed if needed, the Crimson Trace LASERLESS Grips hold a grip better than I thought they would, my K6S has been totally reliable and accurate right from the cheap Kimber box, some times you get what you pay for, and Kimber did it right...