Guillermo
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Hey Saxon Pig...lets see some pics of your revolvers with a Hillary Hole
Anybody buying the classic Smiths?
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I've been somewhat wary of buying guns via the internet but I'm thinking of trying it once to see how it goes.
I've been somewhat wary of buying guns via the internet but I'm thinking of trying it once to see how it goes.
I came close to buying one, but I am holding off.
I think the concept of a big bore (44 Spl and 45LC) fixed sight revolver is an excellent idea.
The "Bug Screw" on the right side of the revolver, holding in the sideplate, is a step backwards. It make look retro, but it is in fact retrogressive. I have had the things unscrew and fall out in period pieces. The less parts the better.
I cannot understand the desire to have the old "coke bottle" grips. They were always uncomfortable and were one of the first things to be replaced.
I think the concept of a big bore (44 Spl and 45LC) fixed sight revolver is an excellent idea.
The "Bug Screw" on the right side of the revolver, holding in the sideplate, is a step backwards. It make look retro, but it is in fact retrogressive. I have had the things unscrew and fall out in period pieces. The less parts the better.
I cannot understand the desire to have the old "coke bottle" grips. They were always uncomfortable and were one of the first things to be replaced.
rodinal220
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I will not buy a S&W made after 1999.I do not like the lock or the switch to MIM
poop internals.The cost on the new models is way too high IMHO.If they made them like they used to,then they could be called a classic.
poop internals.The cost on the new models is way too high IMHO.If they made them like they used to,then they could be called a classic.finfanatic
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I bought one.
Bass Pro Shops had marked several of the Classic Models down as they were not selling.
This 1917 color case hardened was marked down to $649 from $1049.
Bass Pro Shops had marked several of the Classic Models down as they were not selling.
This 1917 color case hardened was marked down to $649 from $1049.
rklessdriver
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What's "CLASSIC" about MIM parts, a frame mounted firing pin and the dreaded ILS. 
Classic Clinton maybe.
To me they are just modern Smith and Wesson revolvers with a bigger price tag because they kinda/sorta/maybe resemble the real thing. This is nothing but a pathetic marketing ploy by Smith and Wesson to get young folks, most of which who don't have a freaking clue what real craftsmanship is, to put the Gameboy down and buy a new revolver. IMO Smith and Wesson has some big balls to try and even pass them off as re-creations of the models they represent.
The new Smiths in general are capable, decent quality, cheaply mfgr'd (for max profit) revolvers. They will do the job but they are in no way comparable to a pre war gun and IMO hardly comparable to Bangor Punta guns. If Smith and Wesson wants to build new fangled Scandium/Titanium revolvers with cast pot metal internals and uneeded saftey/auto engaging disabling devices, then that is what they should stick to making. Don't take that unnecessary sub standard crap, slap it into a N Frame, mark it up to $1100.00 and tell me it's just like a US 1917.
As long as a real one is even functional and for sale (at any price), I'll prefer it over one of the new "CLASSIC" Smith's. I won't say I'll never buy one because if the price is right I would but the price is going to darn near have to be give away before I spent a dime on a "CLASSIC" Smith.
Will
Classic Clinton maybe.To me they are just modern Smith and Wesson revolvers with a bigger price tag because they kinda/sorta/maybe resemble the real thing. This is nothing but a pathetic marketing ploy by Smith and Wesson to get young folks, most of which who don't have a freaking clue what real craftsmanship is, to put the Gameboy down and buy a new revolver. IMO Smith and Wesson has some big balls to try and even pass them off as re-creations of the models they represent.
The new Smiths in general are capable, decent quality, cheaply mfgr'd (for max profit) revolvers. They will do the job but they are in no way comparable to a pre war gun and IMO hardly comparable to Bangor Punta guns. If Smith and Wesson wants to build new fangled Scandium/Titanium revolvers with cast pot metal internals and uneeded saftey/auto engaging disabling devices, then that is what they should stick to making. Don't take that unnecessary sub standard crap, slap it into a N Frame, mark it up to $1100.00 and tell me it's just like a US 1917.
As long as a real one is even functional and for sale (at any price), I'll prefer it over one of the new "CLASSIC" Smith's. I won't say I'll never buy one because if the price is right I would but the price is going to darn near have to be give away before I spent a dime on a "CLASSIC" Smith.
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