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    AK vs Mini 14

    I was in your exact position. My first semi auto rifle was (and I still have it) a gp-1975 ak47. I've shot thousands of rounds through it without a hitch. It is a solid rifle except the canted rear gas block. I could not get into the AR platform at the time either. Years later I bought a SIG...
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    I had a what? Mods please help

    Best wishes for a complete recovery from a fellow Iowan. Keep your chin up!
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    Pre 28 Highway Patrolman

    Thanks for the info radagast
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    Anyone own a Mosin Sniper??

    Hard to tell if it is original equipment without seeing the rifle first. All WWII era optics have the hammer and sickle, and year of manufacture. Most show significant wear...something that would make a new optic stand out like a shiny new sore thumb.
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    Pre 28 Highway Patrolman

    That's a great looking Smith slick, thanks for sharing. I really didn't know much about these when I purchased it, but I was sold at .357 N frame. The more I learn, the better it gets!
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    Pre 28 Highway Patrolman

    Peter, thanks for the pictures! Don't apologize for an informative post, the more I can learn the better. I think it is worth the money on this particular gun to get it lettered. Well worth the $50 just to satisfy my curiosity. Tightgroup: I believe this gun is early 1955. The serial is...
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    Pre 28 Highway Patrolman

    Thanks Bannockburn, it was my 30th birthday so why not have something to remember it! It truly is amazing how smooth and awesome the older smith revolvers are. Even if the trigger isn't factory, the thing feels great. I really like the wider pad. Hopefully a range report will be coming soon!
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    Pre 28 Highway Patrolman

    Thanks for the advise Peter. Would I contact S&W for the documentation you mentioned?
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    30th birthday 30cal suggestions.

    I just had my 30th birthday on May 23rd so I completely understand where you are. I ended up with a 1955 S&W Highway Patrolman in .357. Has no connection to my age, but sure felt nice in my hand. I suggest just go find something you can't leave the LGS without.
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    Anyone own a Mosin Sniper??

    You obviously have never dealt with real vs. repro pu scopes. The real deal (while not a great optic) is far beyond better than the reproductions. I spend $300 for original soviet scope, base, and mount. Add a $79 ex-sniper and you have a sub $400 91/30 sniper. Its not numbers matching, but it...
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    Anyone own a Mosin Sniper??

    I've got a tula ex-sniper that I refitted with an original soviet scope and mount. It is a great shooter, and a handy rifle to have around.
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    Pre 28 Highway Patrolman

    I didn't buy it because it was a good deal. I even said in my first post I probably over paid a little. It was purchased to be a shooter, and something I can enjoy for years to come....not a shelf queen. I can't confirm or deny the trigger and hammer being original. I'm not an expert by any...
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    Pre 28 Highway Patrolman

    I was also quite impressed with the options! I have yet to shoot it yet, but I already know it will be heavenly. I already have a 629 N frame in .44 mag that I adore. This is the 5 screw model, not sure if that affects value but it is definitely early.
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    Pre 28 Highway Patrolman

    I stopped at the LGS looking for powder, and walked out with a 1955 N frame Highway Patrolman in .357! It was my birthday so I couldn't walk away empty handed. Paid a little more than I wanted too, but it really doesn't matter....this thing is sweeeeet!
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    Now I need some powder

    I've got a .222 Remington magnum (which is the .204 ruger parent case) and it absolutely loves aa2015. I shoot mostly Hornady 52 grain match BTHP.
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