Lucky Derby
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So yesterday I stopped by my LGS. While looking around a spot a pair of 2nd issue, 3" Colt Detective Specials.
First one is nickel, with the correct grips and probably 97% or so. Fired, but not much. no box or papers.
The second one is blue, with 3rd issue grips + a set of Pachmeyers. It's probably around 90% or so. It's been shot & carried, but not abused. Still locks up good and tight, like a Colt should.
Well, I've always thought that a 3" DS is about the perfect carry revolver around, and they are getting harder and harder to find. I've been wanting one for a while.
Normally I would have jumped on one, if not both.
Here's the problem. My wife has been ill the last couple of weeks, so right now, short term, the household income is down to one, instead of two. Got to pay them bills. (She's better now and back to work today) Add to that Christmas is coming fast.
I mentioned this to the clerk. He says no problem. "I'll put it in the back with your name on it (either one) and pay me when you can. After the holidays is fine."
I took the blued one. It fits my wants better and is less expensive. I did give him $50 to hold it, and will probably pick it up next week, but it's nice to be treated that way.
If anyone is interested in the nickel one, PM me and I'll give you the shop info. (I have no connection to the shop other than as a repeat & happy customer.)
First one is nickel, with the correct grips and probably 97% or so. Fired, but not much. no box or papers.
The second one is blue, with 3rd issue grips + a set of Pachmeyers. It's probably around 90% or so. It's been shot & carried, but not abused. Still locks up good and tight, like a Colt should.
Well, I've always thought that a 3" DS is about the perfect carry revolver around, and they are getting harder and harder to find. I've been wanting one for a while.
Normally I would have jumped on one, if not both.
Here's the problem. My wife has been ill the last couple of weeks, so right now, short term, the household income is down to one, instead of two. Got to pay them bills. (She's better now and back to work today) Add to that Christmas is coming fast.
I mentioned this to the clerk. He says no problem. "I'll put it in the back with your name on it (either one) and pay me when you can. After the holidays is fine."
I took the blued one. It fits my wants better and is less expensive. I did give him $50 to hold it, and will probably pick it up next week, but it's nice to be treated that way.
If anyone is interested in the nickel one, PM me and I'll give you the shop info. (I have no connection to the shop other than as a repeat & happy customer.)
