Well, I've got a dilemma I'm hoping you fine people can help me sort out. It's related to what I have, what I don't have, and the possibility of new laws forbidding me to get what I don't have. I'm hoping y'all can help me make the best bad decision I can.
I have a nice old S&W model 10 heavy barrel. It has a four-inch barrel, it's pinned and recessed, and the firing pin is right there on the end of the hammer. I can't remember if I got it from a fellow member here, or off armslist, but it's a beauty. I really enjoy shooting it. However, even though I do have a big enough mustache to carry this 1970s smoke wagon, it's not something I ever carry. The only other .38 I have is the j-frame that sits in my pocket nearly every damn day, whether or not I also rock the 9mm.
From time to time, I've thought of moving the S&W along, in support of getting something else. I've wanted a Ruger Blackhawk convertible .357/9mm for a long time, to shoot with my Rossi 92. I also really want a CZ Scorpion, as in really, really want. I already have a few rifles Mr. Bloomberg wishes I didn't - an AR, and quality AKs in 7.62 and 5.56. As I've tried to explain to my wife, the CZ is the "last one I need to get" before any bans. She didn't believe me. While I do have enough extra funds to just buy the Scorpion, I'd likely need to also buy the services of a divorce attorney.
So, finally, here's my dilemma - should I: 1) sell or trade the S&W for a Ruger Blackhawk, 2) sell the S&W in support of raising funds for a Scorpion, or 3) do nothing, trust I'll still be able to buy the Scorpion the next time I get a tax refund, and keep on dry firing the S&W at my TV?
Generally speaking, my rule is to never sell any firearm I get. However, between the wife and the election I'm just a little nervous about my chances to get a Scorpion before it's too late. Thanks for any guidance or wisdom y'all can offer.
I have a nice old S&W model 10 heavy barrel. It has a four-inch barrel, it's pinned and recessed, and the firing pin is right there on the end of the hammer. I can't remember if I got it from a fellow member here, or off armslist, but it's a beauty. I really enjoy shooting it. However, even though I do have a big enough mustache to carry this 1970s smoke wagon, it's not something I ever carry. The only other .38 I have is the j-frame that sits in my pocket nearly every damn day, whether or not I also rock the 9mm.
From time to time, I've thought of moving the S&W along, in support of getting something else. I've wanted a Ruger Blackhawk convertible .357/9mm for a long time, to shoot with my Rossi 92. I also really want a CZ Scorpion, as in really, really want. I already have a few rifles Mr. Bloomberg wishes I didn't - an AR, and quality AKs in 7.62 and 5.56. As I've tried to explain to my wife, the CZ is the "last one I need to get" before any bans. She didn't believe me. While I do have enough extra funds to just buy the Scorpion, I'd likely need to also buy the services of a divorce attorney.
So, finally, here's my dilemma - should I: 1) sell or trade the S&W for a Ruger Blackhawk, 2) sell the S&W in support of raising funds for a Scorpion, or 3) do nothing, trust I'll still be able to buy the Scorpion the next time I get a tax refund, and keep on dry firing the S&W at my TV?
Generally speaking, my rule is to never sell any firearm I get. However, between the wife and the election I'm just a little nervous about my chances to get a Scorpion before it's too late. Thanks for any guidance or wisdom y'all can offer.
