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Yes, I read about the finish issue. Hoping it was just an anomaly. Didn't know about the extractor issue. I still want to get one. Anyone hazard a guess as to how long before we start to see them in stores?

Learned a long time ago not to give two s _ _ _ s about what others thought about brands, etc, but rather to focus on results. About 10 years ago I bought a Taurus 1911 (I own several model 1911's) as the price was very good. Right out of the box, it was crazy accurate and continues to this day to be the most accurate and reliable 1911 that I own. I do understand that everything that they make is not top shelf, but they do produce some good pistols and revolvers if you know where to look.

I agree with the others........shoot it. It is a classic design and made to be shot. Of course, if it was an original, I would reply differently, but it is a reproduction of a classic design. I love shooting my '73 Winchester. Two joys of life.......... shooting lever action rifles and shooting pump action shot guns. The stuff dreams are made of.

I've asked myself this question many times, as well...... I've decided that the answer is "I'm cheap."

I assume these were all "original" model Pythons and not the new series, correct??

I can certainly relate to your situation, Wingshooter. I too, have a farm and I own a G 20 as I like the 10mm round as well. The G 20 works just fine for riding my horse and most things, but it is cumbersome on the tractor and in my truck as well. I don't have a G29 but when I look at the specs I am not sure if you would gain very much in the way of size reduction. While the G 29 is about 1.25" shorter, it is actually a tad bit wider (1.38" vs 1.34" for the G 20). For me, the issue was the width. What I did was to go with the Springfield Armory XDs in a .45 caliber. While not quite the power of a 10mm, it is still no slouch and I was able to get the width down to slightly under one inch. It made a noticeable difference and I really like the sidearm. I have over 1,500 rounds through it and it is very reliable. Good luck.

Oh my gosh..........when I read this I almost cried. Please tell me that you were able to talk him out of chrome plating this rare relic. "Atrocity" is the right word for this action. How could anyone do that to an actual revolver carried by a confederate soldier. They are so rare. Can you tell us if it was a Colt Navy .36 or even more rare something made in the south like a Spiller & Burr?? Thanks

I stopped by Royal Range in west Nashville today and they had several of these at a better price than shown in the link. I believe it was less than $540. They might work a trade with you.

Been thinking about this since the thread started. Lots of favorites, but I guess #1 is my Colt Python from the mid-eighties. Shooting it just brings a smile to my face.

Now go and sin no more..........

Folks, this is the exact same thing that we saw decades ago when they started selling faded and worn jeans as new. There was "pre-washed", "acid-washed", etc...... This was for those kids who didn't want to take the time to break in the jeans but wanted them to look cool. Same thing here.

Sir, I like the way you approach things. I have these exact same semi-autos and rotate them for carry for all of your same reasons. These have become "tried and true" weapons and it is good to see them appreciated.

Yes, of all of the features of the Python, that is the one that is a jaw dropper. When I let my friends shoot my original (from the eighties) they cannot believe how buttery smooth it is. Have not shot one of the new ones yet.

Good for you, Greg. I think as long as they are sound, old guns should be shot occasionally. Heck, I have old ones from WWI & WWII (ie. M1 Garand, Mosin-Nagant, Mauser, 1911's) and some even older that I pull out once in a while to fire. I have given some friends and acquaintances great memories by letting them fire a classic. Enjoy.........

I have owned a G20 for about 4 years and I am extremely pleased. The 10mm round is very powerful, as you well know and it takes self-defense and protection to another level. I got it primarily for hip carry while riding my horses in the wild. Sort of like the soldiers of WWII in a jeep with a 50 cal mounted in the back, ha. About a year ago I had the slide milled to accommodate a Trijicon RMR. Then I added a heavier spring and a KKM barrel. Those chanfes just took it up to another level. Yes, I would like to own a 1911 platform in 10mm, too (perhaps the Kimber) but for pure serviceability and shooting fun, you can't beat the G20. Enjoy yours...........

For what it is worth, when I had my RMR mounted on my G 20 a shooting instructor told me to get rid of the iron sites. Said that co-witnessing would actually slow you down as the brain is having to register both sets of input and determine. Again, take it for what it is worth.

I went yesterday (Sat) and there was a fair display of weapons and some ammo. Not the deals on ammo that I was hoping for, but don't know if those days will be back anytime soon. At least there was ammo there. Huge turn out in attendance.

I live in Dickson and usually go to the show here. It is sometimes a bit of a letdown, but last one was pretty good. Two buildings usually packed. I imagine a good turnout.

Congrats to you. I cannot even get them to correct my account pay linkage but it is good to hear that someone is having success.

Beautiful gun. I assume this one has the dimpled barrel. Do you know what the purpose of that dimpling process is?? Also, I loved the Holosun red dot. I have always been a Trijicon RMR person, and still love them, but my buddies had a solar charging strip on top. Plus the battery change out is sooooo much easier on the Holosun. Thanks for sending the picture.

Last weekend I was gathering with some friends and one of them showed me a handgun that I had no experience with. It was the Zev OZ9 Elite. I know that they have made Glock replacement parts for a few years and now are making their own handguns. This example that I saw was quite impressive and as you will see on the link below, they are not cheap at all. Just thought I would toss this out to see if there are any of you who either own one or have had some shooting experience with these weapons. thanks OZ9 Elite, Black Slide and Barrel | ZEV Technologies

Gotta say that I am impressed that a .22 WMR would do that to a full grown dog, even coming from a rifle. I totally get what your saying about the loss of calves that coyotes or pack dogs can do. They have been he scourge of some of the farms around. Sadly, you can see an otherwise sensible dog go ape _ _ _ _ crazy when he gets with a pack. For that matter, so do some people. Thanks for your comments.

Yeah, I am very much a Ruger fan as I own their SP-101 (.357 mag), their 556 AR-15 and a Mark IV .22 as well as others (the Mark IV is too nice to leave down at the barn, ha). However, for no more money than this was, the mag cylinder swung the deal. Actually, shooting this has made me want to also step it up and get a single-six in a nicer quality and maybe doing it in .45 or something. I think I'm channeling John Wayne ...........................

Hello folks, I recently decided that I wanted to get an inexpensive revolver to keep down at my barn to keep varmints at bay. This is still high mating season for coyotes which have been very detrimental to my barn cats as well as troublesome to many of my neighbors calves (I have horses and they don't bother them so much). Anyway, I recently picked up a Heritage Rough rider for a song and it seems to be a nice little 22 revolver and fits the bill quite well. I gave serious consideration to the newer Ruger Wrangler which seems to be a nice weapon, but ended up getting the Heritage primarily due to the fact that I can get the additional cylinder that accommodates 22 WMR mag rounds which is another nice option to have. Just wondered if any of you had any experience with these, or other similar revolvers. thanks

Keegan Singleton in North Alabama did my Glock 20 for installing a Trijicon RMR. He does a lot work for the competitive shooters. Phone is 256-290-4150 email is ksingltn@gmail.com Does phenomenal work