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    Finally bought my first handgun

    I wanted to get a 1911 at first, but after a while I decided to go with a S&W 357 magnum. I plan on buying a laser sight for it, and a holster so I can carry it concealed, after I get my LTCF and paychecks lol. Here's a few pictures of it.




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    You have a very nice 686 SSR! Was it NIB or used?

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    Quote Originally Posted by Gunreference1 View Post
    You have a very nice 686 SSR! Was it NIB or used?

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    Thanks, Gunreference. I bought it NIB, test fired at the factory of course. It also came with a pair of rubber grips, but I like the way it is now.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Justin View Post
    I decided to go with a S&W 357 magnum.
    Nice!

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    Very nice. That's a good quality revolver there. It will serve you well.
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    nice gun

    But what's with the smooth sided barrels these days?

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    I just got back from test firing it today. I put .38 special rounds through it, because I wanted to save some money. I'm very satisfied with my purchase.

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    Congratulations, looks like a great revolver.
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    That will last you a lifetime. You can't go wrong with a Smith. Congrats!

    Oh, by the way, get a couple of speed loaders and you're all set.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Krupski View Post
    Nice!

    I don't own ANY revolvers... I'm feeling the need to get one. Or two. Or three. Or.....
    Nice....YUP !

    I also own no revolvers at present but m considering something in 10mm.


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    You're going to carry that bad boy?!?! Awesome!
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    Nice gun, but would not be my choice for concealed carry. I don't even feel comfortable with my 2.5" K19

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    Quote Originally Posted by vit View Post
    Nice gun, but would not be my choice for concealed carry. I don't even feel comfortable with my 2.5" K19
    K19?

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    Quote Originally Posted by Justin View Post
    K19?
    S&W K frame, model 19. Revolvers are harder to conceal given their cylinder diameter. In your guns situation you look to have a 4" barrel and full size grips. It will not be easy to conceal. Regardless, congrats it is a nice looking piece.

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    I went to Galco, and found a great holster for it but they're currently out of stock. Does anybody on here know of some good websites that can offer quality holsters for me?

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    Lasers on defensive handguns are for queers. If you ever do find yourself in a gunfight, there is a strong likelihood that it will go down so fast and at such a short range that you won't even see the laser. Spend the money on ammo.

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    That is one nice looking Smith, I like those grips. I just have a Model 19.
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    Quote Originally Posted by insider View Post
    That is one nice looking Smith, I like those grips. I just have a Model 19.
    Wow, that's a really nice one insider. Was that model sold to the general public or just state troopers?

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    Quote Originally Posted by Justin View Post
    Wow, that's a really nice one insider. Was that model sold to the general public or just state troopers?
    I don't know, I bought it off a crippled guy at a gun show. That's just a stock picture, mine has no cylinder ring. I think a limited number were available to the public after the Pennsylvania Troopers had first crack at them. The pistol is from 1980, old S&W craftsmanship. I'm seriously considering selling it, too nice to shoot.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Charliebravo View Post
    Lasers on defensive handguns are for queers. If you ever do find yourself in a gunfight, there is a strong likelihood that it will go down so fast and at such a short range that you won't even see the laser. Spend the money on ammo.
    I do not agree. I've had one encounter where I was looking over my sights at a deranged perp. He came toward me and I flipped on my laser to make sure I hit him and the laser saved his life......he stopped instantly.

    To me lasers are another tool. Not a cure all for anything but useful at times.


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