Finally got a S&W Model 15-4

[Checkman]

I've purchased L frames (586, 686), N frames (28, 27, and Outdoorsman), j frames (49 and 36)and an M&P 3rd Change w/6" barrel. But never could find a Model 15 in decent shape. Or ,if I did, it would be gone when I returned a couple days later.:banghead: I started to believe that I was never meant to own one.

Until last week.

One of the officers in my department decided to get rid of his "dead weight guns". His quote not mine. Among the Rugers, Beretta, H&R shotguns and Marlin 22 rifles was a Model 15-4. Oh joy and happiness. He knew I was likely to be the only one to come calling.

Checking it out I discovered a specimen in excellent condition. Though a Model 15-4 it doesn't have the pinned barrel. The serial number shows it being manufactured circa 12/82 - 01/83. No idea as to when final assembly occurred or shipping date. I guess this makes it a transition model. Well sort of, but I don't care.

My fellow officer was asking $225.00. I bought it on the spot. So now I own a Model 15 Combat Masterpiece. Very nice trigger action. And very accurate.Everything I've read over the past few years is true. Amazing.

What took me so long?

I'll post a picture in a couple of days.

 

[Checkman]

Well I'm happy. Boy can you feel the love.

 

[Shade00]

I think everyone's just jealous. I know I am. That's a fantastic price! There's a beater 15-3 locally for about $250, but I can't bring myself to buy it even though I really want a K frame.

I'd like to see some pics, too.

 

[VE2RF]

Those are lovely revolvers. There's just not much you can say, that you haven't.


How often did your fellow officer use it as a carry piece ?

Did he use it to qualify ?

Very nice price. If you're unhappy about the amount of love being shown for it, I'd be happy to relieve you of it for the sale price.

 

[bluetopper]

I also have a no pinned barrel 15-4. I like to think I "rescued" mine at a local pawn shop. It was in sad shape, just totally neglected really. Rust in quite a few spots with a fairly large area on the side plate had pitted. I knew it was a diamond in the rough though. I sanded and polished, soaked it in some vinegar to take the bluing off and took it to my local smith for some touch up and a $75 hot bluing bath. Also bought and added a target hammer and trigger. I'm quite pleased with the outcome.

 

[thirdeagle]

. . .would love to have a nice 15-4 to go with my 19-4!

 

[Checkman]

I have every intention of posting a photo. The officer I bought it from is an avid hunter and Cowboy Action shooter, but he's also a true blue gun nut and has a tendency to gather firearms. I got the impression that the M15 just sat in his safe gathering dust.

He's a big 1911A1 guy. Before the 1911 was authorized he carried a S&W Model 586. Now we are all carrying Glocks. Department went to a uniform issue a couple years ago.

 

[bhp9mm]

my 15-4

 

[Checkman]

Okay here it is. Sorry about the quality. Had to borrow a camera.

 

[Gator]

Looking good! But you gotta get some nice wood to replace the Goodyear's.

 

[Checkman]

I have some nice Herrets as well as the S&W target stocks and Magna grips. I prefer to shoot with Pachmayrs. One of those quirks I guess.

 

[Poor East Texan]

SWEET lookin' gun!

I had an Astra .357 revolver that LOOKED good. Darn thing wouldn't hit the side of a barn though! Buddy has (or had it) and I haven't seen it in quite a while.