Yep, I passed up a King Sighted Shooting Master! It was in "ok" condition and had what looked to be a set of Lew Sanderson grips. I don't know what it was about that particular Colt, but it just did not "feel" right. One thing that I have learned over the years is to trust my intuition. Here is a picture of the Shooting Master:
Will I regret it someday? Probably. Meanwhile I am on the track of a stock Colt Shooting Master in 45 long Colt with a 7 1/2" bbl. Also have a lead on a 6" bbl SM marked .44 Russian! I have seen pictures and both look to be in mint condition.
More to follow!!!