FoMoGo
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From what I see at shows and in stores, S&W is selling their "classics" hand over fist.I'll give S&W credit for trying, but there are two obvious problems. The market "classic" revolvers are aimed at is the segment that most dislikes the lock and other "improvements." But for those that don't care, they will be a hard sell when for any likely street price (based on the manufacturers suggested retail price (MSRP), you can buy an example of the "real thing," in like-new condition for less in many cases.
MOST of the buying public doesnt know or care anything about the lock.
They know the quality reputation S&W has, they know they like the looks of the guns.
Look at the cars most people drive, you think they will be concerned about a key hole in the side of the frame?
I understand about old vs new, I have owned both... I ran across people who were willing to PAY for the older S&Ws, with that money I bought new what I couldnt find with the old... at a reasonable price.
Yes, I disable the locks when I get them. But then again, my old .44 mag would bind up and freeze when attempting rapid fire. So I am ahead of the game with my newer ones... they run like clockwork.
The anti lock naysayers are a bunch of angry people on the internet, for the most part.
John Q Public doesnt know or care about the locks and their potential issues.
They know they are buying a Smith. They will take it out and shoot it... and more than likely love it.
They will tell their friends... let THEM shoot it... and further S&Ws sales.
Jim