Poll: Do you like revolvers in automatic cartridges?

[CountryGent]

That's a good looking model 625 you got there. Don't know what model the older one is

Top one is a S&W Model 25—2, Target Model 1955. Bottom is a S&W Model 625—2, Target Model 1988. Both in .45 ACP.

As far as I can tell, the older model is, somewhat ironically considering my history giggle, actually made in the early 1980s. Regarding the 1988 marked specimen, according to the Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson, 4th edition (2016, Gun Digest Books):

"The authors are quite befuddled (admittedly, no great accomplishment) by varying information surrounding the introduction of this model. It's not confusing enough with the first introduction of this model is a dash two (—2) model designation. Early variants will be found with both "Model of 1988" and "Model of 1989", this despite the fact that some information indicates 1989 introduction."​

 

[Ginocide]

I don't have one, I just think they're neat. I would get one if the right price came along. Always liked the idea of getting a Schofield for a little modern/old school combo, but any of the more modern Smiths, etc would be fun too.


Always loved how the moon clips fit in a western style cartridge belt too.

 

[titsonritz]

I kick myself for selling my first run 610.

 

[TTSX]

Top one is a S&W Model 25—2, Target Model 1955. Bottom is a S&W Model 625—2, Target Model 1988. Both in .45 ACP.

As far as I can tell, the older model is, somewhat ironically considering my history giggle, actually made in the early 1980s. Regarding the 1988 marked specimen, according to the Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson, 4th edition (2016, Gun Digest Books):

"The authors are quite befuddled (admittedly, no great accomplishment) by varying information surrounding the introduction of this model. It's not confusing enough with the first introduction of this model is a dash two (—2) model designation. Early variants will be found with both "Model of 1988" and "Model of 1989", this despite the fact that some information indicates 1989 introduction."​

How interesting. My 625-2 is also a model of 1988 and I believe you were the one who showed me the link to it this summer. I just assumed it was made in 1988 because of the model of 1989 thing

 

[CountryGent]

I believe you were the one who showed me the link to it this summer.

I do recall the exchange; always glad to assist with antics.

 

[SocPlaya]

Not when 38/357 is already such an amazing combo

 

[Boyandhisdogs]

If I was a cop or someone else that needed a full size pistol and a backup gun, I think it would be pretty cool to have a snubby that shot the same ammo as my duty pistol.

It also makes sense if you already bulk-buy auto ammo and don't want to take on a new cartridge.

I'm not a fan of moon clips for a range gun though. If I needed fast reloads for competition or duty then I would, but for recreational shooting it's just one more thing to keep track of.

 

[Member 45541]

No

 

[CountryGent]

Coonan?

Get down, get funky.

View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AdJl6X9oFe8

 

[orygun]

Get down, get funky.

View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AdJl6X9oFe8

EXACTLY!

 

[Wombat of Doom]

I want a good pocket double action revolver in 32acp.

 

[CountryGent]

I want a good pocket double action revolver in 32acp.

+1.

 

[nammac]

I want a good pocket double action revolver in 32acp.

Hmmmm…. A 7-shot air weight J-frame perhaps

 

[oa98pistol512]

What, no Taurus 9mm Revolver love…. I've not had a hiccup with mine, she just runs without issue.
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I have a 692 with swapple cylinders 9mm/357.. Works awesome

 

[Greg S]

Yes, only for niche purposes.

FA 83 4.75" 454 WITH A 45 ACP cylinder.

Ruger Blackhawk In 38-40 with a 10mm cylinder

Ruger Single 6 in 32 H&R with 32 ACP.

 

[GuyM]

Yes! I've got a pair of old three-screw Ruger Blackhawks, one in 357, the other is a convertible 45 ACP/45 Colt.

Often keep the 45 ACP cylinder in it because I normally have a small mountain of 45 ACP ammo on hand. If I want more suds, I'll handload some warm 45 Colt and swap cylinders. Some folks have been amazed at how easy-shooting it is with 45 ACP 230 gr ball ammo.

Guy

 

[CountryGent]

@GuyM very much neato.

 

[orygun]

Yes! I've got a pair of old three-screw Ruger Blackhawks, one in 357, the other is a convertible 45 ACP/45 Colt.

Often keep the 45 ACP cylinder in it because I normally have a small mountain of 45 ACP ammo on hand. If I want more suds, I'll handload some warm 45 Colt and swap cylinders. Some folks have been amazed at how easy-shooting it is with 45 ACP 230 gr ball ammo.

Guy

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Very nice! Are those both '67's?

 

[GuyM]

Very nice! Are those both '67's?

I've never checked to see when they were made. I figured late 60's - mid 70's just knowing a bit about who had them before me. They came with matching left and right holsters too.

Guy

 

[orygun]

Both of those guns are wearing "neck feather" grips, which were '67 only, which is why I asked.