looks like a Star War Blaster!OMM .22 LR converted to .22 Mag (So I got it cheap, yea!) I have the original rear sight. I really do need a S&W .22 LR revolver.
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Nah, those are based on a Mauser broomhandle. Who is OMM?looks like a Star War Blaster!
I was surprised how comfy they are to shoot. The higher grip and lower hammer spur makes SA cocking a breeze, and the recoil doesn’t lift the muzzle as much as a standard grip does.Single Six with the Bisley grips is on my list. Have a Vaquero .357 with Bisley grips and it really feels and shoots nice. Great balance.
Officer Model MatchNah, those are based on a Mauser broomhandle. Who is OMM?
I was surprised how comfy they are to shoot. The higher grip and lower hammer spur makes SA cocking a breeze, and the recoil doesn’t lift the muzzle as much as a standard grip does.
My first Bisley was a .32 H&R, this .22 is Bisley #2.
Stay safe.
I had a Ruger Bisley in .44 mag. I didn't like it.
All you fellas with M17's: do you find it necessary to shove cartridges in with some effort, after a few cylinders-full? I've read elsewhere that the charge holes can be reamed, but I hesitate....
My first model H&R Sportsman made in 35 or 36 I do consider a target gun even if it is a little rough.
The trigger pull on yours must be a whole lot better than the one on mine. I've always regarded my Sportsman as the best "trappers" pistol ever made but you will never see me shooting it in a serious Bullseye match.
When I first bought mine the chambers were tight. Ejection was hard after a few cylinders of ammo and it didn’t really matter what brand or load.
One day I completely disassembled the cylinder, soaked it 24 hours in CLP then cleaned it. After that I used a .22 rifle swab in a drill driver and covered with Flitz polish and I polished each chamber spinning the swab at a moderate speed for 20-30 seconds. Cleaned everything up, lubed and reassembled and it has been much better since.
The trigger pull on yours must be a whole lot better than the one on mine. I've always regarded my Sportsman as the best "trappers" pistol ever made but you will never see me shooting it in a serious Bullseye match.
My early ‘80s Sportsman has a heavy single action trigger, too. The trigger spring on mine is “lawyer” grade.
Recently bought a used 999 Sportsman and the rear sight just wouldn't stay straight in the slot as you can see in the picture. I believe it's the original factory blade, but it seemed too skinny for the slot. When I tighten the screws, the blade would shift one way or the other.So it’s not really a target .22lr but it’s the closest I have, with adjustable front and rear sights
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Recently bought a used 999 Sportsman and the rear sight just wouldn't stay straight in the slot as you can see in the picture. I believe it's the original factory blade, but it seemed too skinny for the slot. When I tighten the screws, the blade would shift one way or the other.
Purchased a thicker one from Brownells and it does sit straighter now, but the screws tend to loosen very easily. Hard to set the blade properly and use a Loctite thread locker. Been a little frustrating.
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I set mine without Loctite over 40 years ago and it hasn't moved or loosened up.
Rust will work as good as or better than Loctite.
joking