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    Walther P22

    I saw a Walther P22 at a dealer today. Looked at it, and didn't want to put it down. Really appealing little plinker. Had a price on it of $269.00. Papers in the box said it was serviced by S&W ? Can anyone tell me about these guns ? Are they as good as they appear ? Thanks, MR.G
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    What is a partidge sight ?

    What exactly is a partidge sight ?
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    S&w Rear Sight Install

    I just installed a new rear sight with a white outline on my 686-5. Now there is no "click". The screw turns freely. What did I do wrong ?
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    Lead or jacketed better for new barrel break in

    Which is better, lead or jacketed ammo for breaking in a new barrel ?
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    grip panels for GP 100

    Does anyone know if aftermarket grip panels are available for the Ruger GP 100 ? I would like to dress up the gun a little with a better looking grip, thought maby a panel change would do.
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    Does Ruger warranty their guns ?

    I purchased a new Ruger GP 100 today. According to the manual they do not put any warranty in writing. Does this mean that there is no warranty on their guns ? Do they stand behind their products ?
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    Reduced tension springs for Ruger GP100

    Rrduced tension springs for Ruger GP100 Today I purchased a new Ruger GP-100. The trigger pull seems kind of tight. I saw on the Wolf website that they offer several reduced tension hammer and trigger springs for the GP-100. Can someone tell me if reduced tension springs work well in Rugers...
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    Which .357 did the FBI carry ?

    Which .357 did the FBI carry, and what barrel ?
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    Long term ammo storage

    Will long term storage of ammo in plastic zip lock bags damage the ammo in any way ? Someone told me that the plastic can deteriate and tern oily. is this true ? I often store ammo in plastic bags, inside steel ammo cans.
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    Price check on Ruger 10/22.

    Can someone tell me what a fair price would be for a Ruger 10/22 stainless with full mannlicker stock? It is in excellent condition, fired only about 500 rounds. Has only a couple of small marks on the stock.
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    what solvent is safe to use on nickel?

    I have used Hoppes for years on my blue and stainless guns, with good results. Recently I got a nickel revolver and would like to know what solvent is safe to use . I have heard that Hoppes can yellow a nickel finish.
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    Saw a model 19 nickel today...

    I looked at a s&w model 19 nickel today at a local shop. It is a 1980, and in very good condition. Been shot very little. The price was $329.00. Almost bought it, but I have heard of some problems with the nickel chipping on some s&w guns. I would appreciate any comments on the durability of the...
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    .357 Silver Tip

    .357 Silvertip Does anyone use the .357 magnum Winchester Silvertip for self defense ? It looks like it might be a good bullet for a short barrel, with the soft tip and no jacket. Or will it tear apart with magnum velocity ?
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    What is the best .357 mag. 125 gr. ?

    What is the best 125 gr. .357 magnum ammunition for self defense use ?
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    Removal of rear sight blade

    I must be missing something. How do you remove the rear sight blade from a s&w ?
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    Cylinder to barrel gap

    What is the correct cylinder to barrel gap on a revolver.
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    action tuning

    What is actually done to a gun when the action is tuned? Is there any standard, or does it vary with the smith?
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    J frame hammer springs

    Can anyone tell me if the factory hammer spring is heavier on the s&s j frames, with the frame mounted firing pins, than the ones with the hammer mounted pins? If I am correct the ones with the hammer mounted firing pins had a 8.5 lb. factory spring. The ones with the frame mounted firing pins...
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    Price of a used Glock 19

    I have been looking for a good used Glock 19. Used ones, in this part of Florida, are very scarce right now. Yesterday I found one in like new condition, mfg. in 2001. The dealer wants $475, plus tax, and won't budge. Does this price seem a little high?
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    How Durable Are Airweights?

    Are the airweight frame .38 revolvers durable enough to shoot on a regular basis? I have not been able to find any information on the life expectantcy of these frames, or talked to anyone who has actually shot one thousands of rounds.
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