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    Identify these grips??

    Hey, I talked to Dan and he said he wasnt sure what grips these are on his fine looking M60.. Does anyone know what they are? Im trying to find something similar for a 3" model 60 Im getting.. Having a hard time finding conversion/target style grips for the roundbutt J frame.. Thanks for any help!!
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    Any idea what this is?

    (I posted this in the "smith/tool" forum, but only got one reply.. Thanks, btw, RCMODEL for your insight! I was hoping for a few more opinions and think it may get a better look out here..) Below the picture I posted what RC had to say, in case ya'll want to agree with him.. Thanks again...
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    Any idea what this is?

    Hey fellas.. I just got my first "new" gun, so Im not sure if this is par for the course, or what? But here's my new Walther P22, and there's a "line" of something on the back area of the barrel.. Looks like rust maybe, but I couldnt get it off with a fingernail, hoopes 9, or a rag so Im bringin...
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    Tools to open S&W Handguns??

    Hello.. Im wanting some info on what tools are needed to open up Smith and Wesson handguns? In perticular Model 66, 686, 60 (revolvers) and Sigma 9VE and M&P 9mm (Semi-autos) Also, theres a Walther P22 in the mix.. Im basically interested in the correct tools, but dont want to break the bank if...
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    S&W Rev's: New style button = lock or not?

    Hey all.. I was browsing the web looking at S&W revolvers and I start noticing there are 2 different styles of cylinder release buttons.. I also notice that just about all the guns with the newer button also have a lock.. So Im wondering, do "all" the S&W revolvers that come with the newer style...
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    Walther P22.. How to tell the good...??

    Hey all, Im thinkin of getting a Walther P22 (as I've posted before) and Im aware they had feeding issues with certain ammo.. I also recall reading "somewhere" that most of the issues had been solved with a new magazine design? (I think thats what solved it anyway) But how do you tell if the gun...
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    Normal use or excess??

    Still learning.. :D If you came across a revolver such as this, what would you have to say about the cylinder bores?? Has this one been abused, or is this just normal wear for a "shooter"?? Thanks again for the knowledge!! ;)
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    Determining "current" market value??

    Hey folks! I was wondering how a "newbie" to handguns goes about determining what the "current" market value of a particular gun is?? I've tried looking over the aution sites, but most auctions arent ending soon enough to see what the final price was.. Is there some way to search up past autions...
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    Cylinder counter bore.. good/bad?

    I see on the "S&W indentification" thread that one of the number options (ie: 19-5) means the gun was built w/o the cylinder counter bore.. What's the deal with this? Which is more desireable? Are you restricted to certain types of ammo if the bore is recessed or?? Again, Im totally new to...
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    Can this be polished??

    Hey all, I saw this pic of a Model 19 Im interested in and was wondering if this finish condition is considered good, bad, ugly?? (If ya can't tell, Im BRAND SPANKIN NEW to handguns) :) Also, can it be cleaned/polished up and if so, how would ya go about it?? Thanks!
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    FL. 3 day waiting period?

    I've got a question on the 3 day waiting period that Florida has, for buying a handgun.. How does it work when you buy someting online, and have it shipped to an FFL?? Does the FFL have to hold the gun 3 days after receiving it?? Or does your FFL do the NICS check before you have the gun sent...
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    Range Gear?

    Hey, fellow (noob) handgun owner here.. Im looking to hit the range "solo" and have a few questions.. First, is there any reason why I shouldn't carry the gun to and from the range in it's original plastic case?? (Is it considered tacky or bad etiquette or???) It's just a S&W Sigma 9VE.. Should...
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    Which .22lr semi-auto??

    Hey all, Im fairly new to the handgun world, and Im looking for a .22lr to have some fun with, at the range.. There's a specific shape/size and look that I'm after.. So far the only two I've found that meet my criteria are the Walther P22 (with the 3.4" barrel) and the Sig Sauer "Mosquito" (with...
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    IWB for "heavy set" fellas?

    Hey, what tips, (if any) do you guys have reguarding IWB holsters for heavy set guys?? Im new to handguns, and havent even gotten my CCW permit yet, but Im doing my research and trying to find the most comfortable position/placement for an IWB style holster, as well as a good functioning/quality...
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    XS BD Sights for a S&W Sigma 9VE??

    Hey, does anyone know if they make XS Big Dot sights that'll fit a Sigma 9VE?? I dont see them listed on the XS site, but was wondering/hoping maybe someone has tried a set for a Glock, or similar, on a S&W 9VE?? Thanks for any info!
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