| Jeff Higgins |
04-09-2018 08:33 AM |
I find it surprising how many shooters today have little or no experience with revolvers. When I started learning this game, revolvers were pretty much all we used. As an avid hand loader, I much prefer them for their versatility and ability to accept such a wide variety of loads. As an outdoorsman and hunter, I won't use anything else - autos simply cannot provide the power necessary, at least not in a handy, portable package.
You guys probably know I'm a single action kind of guy, but I do love my Smiths. Every one of them, including my M19-5 (K framed .357), M29-3 (nickle plated pimp gun), and M29-10 (evil key lock) are simply wonderful.
And, once you are used to them, the standard target grips are great. If you don't like the checkering, or the shape, I would highly recommend getting in touch with Steve Herrett for a set of his smooth, uncheckered stocks. I like his "Roper" profile. He'll make them to fit you (he will ask for a trace of your hand). I've had a trace on file with him for years. One of my M19's, one of my M29's, and my Python all wear his grips.
So, yeah - keep shooting those revolvers, folks. They are accurate, they can be very powerful, and they can be simply beautiful. Way more pride in ownership than some tupperware 9mm auto.
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