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    Smith and Wesson Victory question

    I just bought this Victory at a show yesterday which came with its original holster..which is an RIA. I had one, but it was re-parkerized, so I sold it...Just a couple of questions: The serial # Is V 1777**..next it does have the "S" on the cylinder, but nowhere else. for the improved firing pin...
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    Astra 600/43 value??

    Since this forum does not allow me to post pictures saying they "exceed " some sort of requirements I am going to have to ask you that can help to "fly blind"with me....There is a Astra 600/43 9mm Parabellum for sale at my local gun shop...Its in pretty decent condition, action seems to work...
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    DWM LUGER question--value??

    I have an opportunity to purchase a DWM 1920 Luger..Its in very good condition, but has 2 mismatched parts . The magazine is matched. the guy wants 500.00 for it. I am wondering what this is worth with mismatched parts. Maybe one of you professionals can give me an idea if its worth it--the...
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    Para USA purchase

    saw this at a LGS and fell in love with it...Para USA elite carry 45ACP. Took it to the range, and it shot like a trooper..has a bit of a kick, but that's expected from a compact carry with this caliber..grouping was all over the place until I got used to it..anyone else have any reviews on this ??
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    CZ Duo question

    I picked up this Duo 25 acp about 2 years ago. according to the markings, it was manufactured in 1941. in reading whatever history I can find on this gun, The Germans took over The companies factory once they took over Czechoslovakia in 1939, and produced these from then on until the end of...
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    45 acp acquisition

    I traded my springfield XD9 sub compact for this Norinco 45 1911A1. I had heard that these were forged, and were good guns, and this one is in excellent condition...I'm happy with the trade, but I dont know alot about this chinese company. maybe you pros can tell me more, and see what your...
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    Colt 15A3 new acquisition

    Same co worker needed cash for his taxes I got my 45 ACP commander from. I bought this from him for $550.00 .LEO trade in, he said he bought last year..I Don't have alot of knowledge on these, but I think I did ok..Just wondering what you pros thinkk..
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    Colt commander purchase

    A co worker offered this up to me as he was cash strapped..I paid him $450.00 for it..just wondering if it was a good deal..I like it, and of course its used with some wear, but I think it would make a nice CC if the need ever arises where I would want this caliber...Wondering what you guys...
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    colt 100 anniversary Tier III "stunt"?

    I picked up a colt 100 anniversary Tier III 45 ACP in August, and was glad to get it, as I was led to believe it was a "limited edition, limited to orders placed before November 2011", according to Colt's website back then. Now I am seeing em all over the place in Guns shops in my area brand...
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    I finally got one of these!

    I have been wanting one of these for three years..finally nailed one at my local gun shop..Colt 100 anniversary tier III 1911,and its a real beauty..it took some horse trading, but in the end, it only cost me 2 guns that are fairly common..very happy with it..Not sure if I am going to shoot it...
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    smith & wesson model 36 question

    I had a home break in last month, and the bastards got 4 of my handguns. they were far too ignorant to get the good stuff,Like my colt 1911, and my AK 47 to name a few. but made away with my smith & Wesson model 36, and my stainless model 60 38, along with a model 10 revolver..They wont be able...
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    Shotgun Identification??

    maybe one of you Pros can help..I came across this recently..Looks like it may be a 16 gauge French Shotgun that shoots paper Loads?? Does anyone know who the maker might be or the value of this relic??..I tried to post as many pics as possible. Thanks
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    new 38 revolver acquisitions

    I got these in a private sale . Paid $400.00 for the pair..I think It was a good deal. The Smith was made in 1986.Both are stainless of course..
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    New S & W acquisition

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    Smith & wesson Model 36 problem...need direction

    I bought a used smith & wesson model 36 snubby, because I traded my other one for a colt detective. I took it to the range, and after about 2 cylinders, it failed to revolve. in addition, the trigger locked frozen to the back of the trigger guard. I took it to a smith, and he changed the...
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    S&W Victory..Im a happy camper!

    I always wanted one of these..I could have picked up a few cheap over the years..but they have gone up..went to a gun show, and this old guy had this at his table..said he had it for years..I offered him a trade and he went for it..This one was delivered to the Norfolk Virgina Navy supply depot...
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    Duo 25 acp

    I just came across a DUO 25 acp manufactured in 1941. I had heard these were made during the German occupation. I'm assuming this was, but it has no nazi stamps. I thought Id ask you pros if that's the case. Since the Germans occupied Czechoslovakia in 1938.. I would think this is german...
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    1858 Remington new army question

    A friend brought me his genuine Remington 1858 new army, manufactured in 1863. It hasn't been shot in about 10 years, but its in nice condition, and he wanted me to clean it for him, as he knew I have a pietta 1851 Navy. I removed the cylinder, and it looks pretty grubby, and there is some...
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    GOT it!

    It took awhile, but I nailed one..Colt 1991.. Hundred anniversary rollstamp and all..I'm a happy camper..the consensus is the blued ones fly out the door...but the stainless ones hang around a bit...
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    Colt Government 1991 100th anniversary--reviews??

    I stopped at my local shop about a week ago, and they got in a brand new colt 100th anniversary 1911, blued with the rosewood grips..I gotta say , it looks great..it didnt start actually growing on me until I left the place..I can get it in trade for my used colt defender and my AO 1911 PKZ...
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