Pics Smith & Wesson Photo Thread
- Thread starter RikersBeard
- Start date
- Messages
- 48
Nice collectionThis picture is out of date now but here is some of the S&W wheel gun family
- Messages
- 44
- Messages
- 46
A few more. 6" model 27-3, beautiful example purchased in CA with the display case and all the tools. One year after the pinned and recessed models but a gorgeous wheelie nonetheless. Such smooth operation and what a trigger!
Here's sort of a unicorn, I think it's a 22 LR model 34 flat latch. It does not have the model number on it so pre 34? Aluminum.
And my only non-revolver S&W handgun, a 1978 example of the wonderful model 41 - 7" variety.
Here's sort of a unicorn, I think it's a 22 LR model 34 flat latch. It does not have the model number on it so pre 34? Aluminum.
And my only non-revolver S&W handgun, a 1978 example of the wonderful model 41 - 7" variety.
The Gleam
Active member
- Messages
- 94
That model 17 is a beut, considering is was typically a 'shooters' gun. It's condition is rare for what it is. The K-22 Target (17) almost always have substantial wear because they were the kind of model, caliber, and price that people bought it to shoot the hell out of them at the range as target guns, used them, threw them under the truck seat, in the tackle box, kept on the boat, often shot at cans in rural areas in the backyard when bored, etc.
You often find Model 29s in that shape because people bought it wanting 'Dirty Harry's' gun - shot it once, it scared the crap out of them - and then they stuck back on the top closet shelf for the next 50 years.
Very nice indeed, thanks for sharing!
---
- Messages
- 46
Thanks Gleam, I honestly can't tell if it's ever been shot. I'd love to but I have other 22's that can fill that role. That other little 22 I posted was what was considered to be a "kit gun" I think right? That one is a lightweight model (model 43, not 34) and it's in great condition for it's age as well but obviously been shot, so I do. It's fantastic, who doesn't love a good 22 revolver? These were perfect for the tackle box or backpack and also for teaching kids (and adults) how to shoot a revolver. IT IS DIFFICULT to shoot a double action revolver well, even a 22, and most non-gun people never realized the skill it takes to be consistently accurate with a revolver using the full stroke. TV always made it look like you could pick off a bad guy running on a refinery catwalk from 80 yards away one-handed.
That 17 is a much nicer gun, truly a gem in my collection, I appreciate the love!
Last edited:
- Messages
- 304
- Classified ads
- 4
My Jerry Miculek 929 in 9mm. I had TK customs do a full work up on it. The trigger job is smooth as butter. By far one of the best revolvers I’ve ever owned.
- Messages
- 48
Nice find
Thanks! It was total luck. I was just chatting with an older guy at my gunsmith and mentioned I was looking for a 32mag. I’ve heard rumor that these existed, but I have never seen one in person and never imagined I would find one in CA. It has about 40 rounds through it and just enough of a turn line that I don’t feel bad about shooting it. Otherwise it’s immaculate. Total barn find.Nice find
- Messages
- 46
Honestly I have never heard of it, I love stuff like that. I did have on online friend asking me a few months ago to keep my eye out for a Marlin 32 magnum lever rifle, I never knew anything about that either... That's NOT a .327 right?
EDIT: 5 minutes of research on my part... absolutely not a .327
It’s an oddball that’s for sure. From what I can find only 8800 were ever made.
30 h&r magnum is a precursor to .327 federal mag. What’s cool is the whole .32 family is backwards compatible. So a 32 mag can shoot 32 long and short and 327 can shoot 32 mag, long and short. In a pinch you can also shoot 32acp, a semi rimmed cartridge, but it’s not ideal and you will probably have ejection issues.
Some people do ream these 16-4s out to fit the 327 federal cartridge but this one is too clean to modify like that. Pressure isn’t an issue. K frames like this can handle 357 mag.
30 h&r magnum is a precursor to .327 federal mag. What’s cool is the whole .32 family is backwards compatible. So a 32 mag can shoot 32 long and short and 327 can shoot 32 mag, long and short. In a pinch you can also shoot 32acp, a semi rimmed cartridge, but it’s not ideal and you will probably have ejection issues.
Some people do ream these 16-4s out to fit the 327 federal cartridge but this one is too clean to modify like that. Pressure isn’t an issue. K frames like this can handle 357 mag.
I collect vans too. I actually do 4x4 conversions on them as a hobby.I think I found my thread
Will post some pics later.
I got into older S&W wheel guns really had about 6 years ago. Now I live in my van, down by the river with no regrets
