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New acquisitions for January 2008
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Jose
My contribution for the month.
New to me and virtually new S&W Model 10-5 with PC Magnas. This thing is in unbelievable condition with only one tiny rust feckle next to one of the cylinder stop notches. The wood is pristine and the weapon shows almost no signs of being fired. Box, tools, and papers for $350 OTD.
New to me and virtually new S&W Model 10-5 with PC Magnas. This thing is in unbelievable condition with only one tiny rust feckle next to one of the cylinder stop notches. The wood is pristine and the weapon shows almost no signs of being fired. Box, tools, and papers for $350 OTD.
ranger4-7
Army Veteran
Very nice! What do you think DOB is on it? I see that the 10-5 was introduced in '62, (as was the 10-6) but diamond grips were eliminated in '68. Is the logo on the right or left sideplate? According to Suppica and Nahas' Standard Catalog of S&W, the logo moved to the right sideplate in 1981. Has to be pre-82 'cause the barrel is still pinned.
J
Jose
Based on what you say, it must be right at 1981. The S&W logo is on the right sideplate and is the modern size. You are right, it is pinned but not recessed. The box is from the Bangor Punta days.
I was hoping it was older. But hell, at that price, I ain't quibbling. Two days ago I was going to blow $600 on a new Model 22 Classic at another shop but the whole moonclip deal gave me pause to reconsider. Then I walked into this shop today and saw this honey again. They've had it for a few weeks as well as a pre-10 M&P with old school service stocks for $750. I really wanted the M&P but $750 was too much today. So I took the -5.
BTW, say what you will about MIM parts, but as a manufacturing engineer I have more than a passing familiarity with the process. I can see why S&W went with it, as the process provides all the strength and ductility needed for the parts it is used in and a level of dimensional consistency that is impossible to achieve unless one spends a ton more money.
The trigger on my 65-8 (MIM) is ubeliveably smooth and crisp.
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ranger4-7
Army Veteran
I think you got a great deal. That's a practically new Smith for $350. I concur with the approach to MIM. Nostalgia is great, but it's not everything. Lot's of talk about MIM as being inferior, but I've never seen proof of it being a problem (same with the much hated lock). I bought a new Model 22 and have no concerns with the lock or MIM.
Nice find.
ranger4-7
Army Veteran
Jose:
Your Model 10-5 may be older than 1981. I picked one up yesterday that has the same exact features, but the serial number (C853XXX) places it in 1966-1967.
Here are the serial number ranges for the model 10. This may help you determine DOB:
1948-1951 C1-C223998
1952 C223999-C226003
1953 C226004-C277554
1954-1956 C277555-C402923
1957-1959 C402924-C429740
1960 C429741-C474148
1961-1962 C474149-C622699
1963-1964 C622700-C810532
1966-1967 C810533-C999999
1968 D1-D90000
1969-1970 D90001-D330000
1971-1972 D330001-D420000
1972-1973 D420001-D510000
1973-1974 D510001-D659901
1974-1975 D659902-D750000
1975-1976 D750001-D870000
1976-1977 D870001-D999999
1977 2D00001-2D80000
1978 2D80001-2D99999
1979 4D00001-6D10000
1980 6D10001-7D10000
1981 7D10001-9D44500
1982 9D44501-17D8900
Source of this data is Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson by Supica/Nahas.
Chris
Your Model 10-5 may be older than 1981. I picked one up yesterday that has the same exact features, but the serial number (C853XXX) places it in 1966-1967.
Here are the serial number ranges for the model 10. This may help you determine DOB:
1948-1951 C1-C223998
1952 C223999-C226003
1953 C226004-C277554
1954-1956 C277555-C402923
1957-1959 C402924-C429740
1960 C429741-C474148
1961-1962 C474149-C622699
1963-1964 C622700-C810532
1966-1967 C810533-C999999
1968 D1-D90000
1969-1970 D90001-D330000
1971-1972 D330001-D420000
1972-1973 D420001-D510000
1973-1974 D510001-D659901
1974-1975 D659902-D750000
1975-1976 D750001-D870000
1976-1977 D870001-D999999
1977 2D00001-2D80000
1978 2D80001-2D99999
1979 4D00001-6D10000
1980 6D10001-7D10000
1981 7D10001-9D44500
1982 9D44501-17D8900
Source of this data is Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson by Supica/Nahas.
Chris
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JuergenG
NES Member
Catch of the day: SA M1 Garand, serial 593,8xx made in May of 1942.
The rifle came with a B-Square mount.
Stock has been replaced by a new one, original stock w/ serial was part of the package.
Pics to follow, as soon as gas tube has been replaced (bayo lug ground off [sad2]) and the original rear sight is back on.
The rifle came with a B-Square mount.
Stock has been replaced by a new one, original stock w/ serial was part of the package.
Pics to follow, as soon as gas tube has been replaced (bayo lug ground off [sad2]) and the original rear sight is back on.
J
Jose
Thanks Chris.
Seems that mine is a '71 - '72 model based on the s/n: D3712XX.
Cool.
Seems that mine is a '71 - '72 model based on the s/n: D3712XX.
Cool.
ranger4-7
Army Veteran
Juergen:
Nice catch. Can't wait to see the pictures. Can you do a before and after shot?
Thanks,
Chris
? why are you taken the Lug off? It is a C&R!
ranger4-7
Army Veteran
I believe JuergenG is replacing the gas tube because some previous owner ground off the lug, and replaced the sight. Pics to follow once Juergen has replaced the parts.
Chris
ranger4-7
Army Veteran
Time to catch up on posting the January additions:
A huge thanks to Mark at Zero Hour Arms for hooking me up with a set of Smith Target Grips for my Model 29 (the man knows how to build customer loyalty!)
Before:
After:
While there, I saw this really nice 1967 vintage Model 10. Didn't have all of the goodies like Jose's sweet M10, but the condition of the gun is really great.
I actually picked up this SIG Mosquito at BPS on January first, prior to going plinking with my son for the first time (he shot the Henry .22 Youth and I shot the SIG). I ran through a hundred rounds with no problems.
My son was so fascinated by the pistol, that I picked up this Ruger New Bear Cat at Northeast Trading Co. Shot it with him today, and it was great! (although very cold).
Thanks,
Chris
A huge thanks to Mark at Zero Hour Arms for hooking me up with a set of Smith Target Grips for my Model 29 (the man knows how to build customer loyalty!)
Before:
After:
While there, I saw this really nice 1967 vintage Model 10. Didn't have all of the goodies like Jose's sweet M10, but the condition of the gun is really great.
I actually picked up this SIG Mosquito at BPS on January first, prior to going plinking with my son for the first time (he shot the Henry .22 Youth and I shot the SIG). I ran through a hundred rounds with no problems.
My son was so fascinated by the pistol, that I picked up this Ruger New Bear Cat at Northeast Trading Co. Shot it with him today, and it was great! (although very cold).
Thanks,
Chris
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Well, It has taken me along time... but I have finally come home with my first Springfield M1A. For many years I have saved my extra cash, but whenever I got to 1K I would come home with an "impulse buy". We are all guilty of it! =)
I would like to thank all of the people in this thread below who helped me make the right decisions... the list was too long to type here, but you know who you are! If I ever hit the lottery I am going to have a pig roast and all the food and booze is on me! Thanks guys... you rock!
http://northeastshooters.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=28982&page=8
I would like to thank all of the people in this thread below who helped me make the right decisions... the list was too long to type here, but you know who you are! If I ever hit the lottery I am going to have a pig roast and all the food and booze is on me! Thanks guys... you rock!
http://northeastshooters.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=28982&page=8
J
Jose
Chris, another sweet Model 10.
J
Jose
My enthusiasm for large frames comes and goes, but the medium frames are lovely!
I think I'm going to pick up a Colt Official Police and a Police Positive while the getting is still good.
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Long guns January
I added a M96 Swede and a M1916 Spanish Mauser to my collection this month.
In the group photo the M96 is 3rd from the top. 1908 C.G. and the Spanish is at the bottom. 1926 7mm, original rear sight.
I added a M96 Swede and a M1916 Spanish Mauser to my collection this month.
In the group photo the M96 is 3rd from the top. 1908 C.G. and the Spanish is at the bottom. 1926 7mm, original rear sight.
JuergenG
NES Member
Right on.
Grinding off the bayo lug was a "fashion" over here in the 70's, to prevent the gun from looking like a "weapon of war".
At that time they also spot welded the rear sights not to go any further than 300 meters/yards.
I'll do a "before and after" and post the pics a.s.a.p.
The "after" will take a while, as I will have a gunsmith to replace the gas tube.
Q: How much are National Match sight inserts running for on your side of the pond ? I might be interested in one.
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ranger4-7
Army Veteran
ccm75:
Good eyes! I still have a bunch of the old sticks laying around in the bunker. I can still remember how much fun it was trying to put that on in freezing cold weather (or remove it from your pores after wearing it for a week).
Chris
Good eyes! I still have a bunch of the old sticks laying around in the bunker. I can still remember how much fun it was trying to put that on in freezing cold weather (or remove it from your pores after wearing it for a week).
Chris
I added a M96 Swede and a M1916 Spanish Mauser to my collection this month.
In the group photo the M96 is 3rd from the top. 1908 C.G. and the Spanish is at the bottom. 1926 7mm, original rear sight.
I love Swedes. The wood is unusual on that 96. Walnut? Is that a 38 below the 96?
Well I had a couple impulse buys this weekend.
On saturday I went to Four Seasons looking to buy a P22 then I saw this Ruger Mark III 22/45 and bought it
that wasnt enough so Sunday I was going to buy some ammo at Notheast Trading and instead of just some ammo for the ruger I bought a S&W M&P 9 compact
On saturday I went to Four Seasons looking to buy a P22 then I saw this Ruger Mark III 22/45 and bought it
that wasnt enough so Sunday I was going to buy some ammo at Notheast Trading and instead of just some ammo for the ruger I bought a S&W M&P 9 compact
ranger4-7
Army Veteran
ccm75:
Your last year in Vicenza, I was in Aschaffenburg Germany. I remember doing a maneuver exercise in Hohenfels and seeing the SETAF patch on some troops. Maybe we were there at the same time.
However, in keeping with the spirit of this thread, here's my MLK day purchase:
1974 nickel Model 15 with a 4" barrel
AKA a shiny, happy device used for the totally non-threatening, launching of cute little lead pellets towards whatever target makes non-gun owners feel good. BTW, I'd sooner sell one of my children than pay some "tactical pistol instructor" a fine for calling this a weapon (please see recent non-politically correct language thread for clarification).
Thanks,
Chris
Your last year in Vicenza, I was in Aschaffenburg Germany. I remember doing a maneuver exercise in Hohenfels and seeing the SETAF patch on some troops. Maybe we were there at the same time.
However, in keeping with the spirit of this thread, here's my MLK day purchase:
1974 nickel Model 15 with a 4" barrel
AKA a shiny, happy device used for the totally non-threatening, launching of cute little lead pellets towards whatever target makes non-gun owners feel good. BTW, I'd sooner sell one of my children than pay some "tactical pistol instructor" a fine for calling this a weapon (please see recent non-politically correct language thread for clarification).
Thanks,
Chris
ccm75:
Your last year in Vicenza, I was in Aschaffenburg Germany. I remember doing a maneuver exercise in Hohenfels and seeing the SETAF patch on some troops. Maybe we were there at the same time.
However, in keeping with the spirit of this thread, here's my MLK day purchase:
1974 nickel Model 15 with a 4" barrel
AKA a shiny, happy device used for the totally non-threatening, launching of cute little lead pellets towards whatever target makes non-gun owners feel good. BTW, I'd sooner sell one of my children than pay some "tactical pistol instructor" a fine for calling this a weapon (please see recent non-politically correct language thread for clarification).
Thanks,
Chris
DROOOOOOOL...
Just... Damn. That is one SWEET lookin' wheelgun...
