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RonC

Excellent work on aging your holster! It definitely looks like it's "been there, done that!"

Ron

RonC

My favorite, of all of them is the Stembridge S&W from RAIDERS, cracked & chipped grips and all! That one looked like the "tool" that it obviously was!

Ron

RonC

Pilot, I fully understand! I own more .22s than any other firearm...and enjoy shooting them more than any others! I'd love to find one of those 999's! My Dad had one when I was little, and I remember watching him and my Mom plinking with it.

Ron

RonC

Thanks, Canyon! Great to hear from you as well.

Ron

RonC

Rick, Mike and Michaelson, Good to hear from you guys! Weather is quite cool here now! Been wearing a coat since I arrived this past Tuesday. I hear you, Michaelson! I am actually finishing up this year. I plan on doing three more rotations after this one, finishing up in October this coming year. S...

RonC

I was in the Cabela's store in Buda, Texas (south of Austin) just before I left to return to Iraq this time. They had a S&W Model 22 Classic, 4'' barrel with the shrouded ejector rod, and it had a lanyard ring in the butt of the grip. I had not seen this model with a lanyard ring before, but the...

RonC

Been quite a while since I've had an opportunity to visit the Forum! Good to see a lot of the old familiar names are still here. And I'm still hanging around here in Northern Iraq! Oh, and here's a pic of my S&W Model 22...not quite Indy's revolver, but close enough for me! Ron http://i71.photob...

RonC

Well, guys, it's Christmas in March! I found another worthy firearm I want to get, so I will part with this converted Modeel 28-2 for $430 shipped to your FFL. Let me know if you;re interested!

RonC

RonC

Michaelson, it is a 28-2. It has perfect chambers and an excellent bore as well.

Ron

RonC

The one I had converted has a pinned barrel and recessed chambers. And, yes, it is a .357 ,magnum. Although I removed it from the Cairo Bazaar, if anyone is interested, they can contact me. I'm still willing to part with it.

Thanks,
Ron

RonC

Hey Michaelson! Yes, I am still alive and kickin'! Looks like my "tenure" in Iraq will be coming to an end after my next tour in April and May. I'll probably be working back in Latin America (with some side trips to Afghanistan). Thanks for the kind comments about the revolver, guys! Ron

RonC

In case you're interested, I have a Model 28 that I had modified to a fixed-sight revolver that I am interested in selling. I am going to place it in the Cairo Bazaar shortly. I am asking $550 shipped to your FFL dealer. Here is a photo: http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i132/macreedy/CIMG0041.jpg

RonC

Hanson, the link didn't work out. I tried searching for it on GB, but I think it's been removed.

RonC

I have tried it on several of the new S&W's and it wasn't a problem, but there was something "different" about the feel of this one. It worked well, but I just didn't like the "feel." I think I'll stick with buying older N-frame Smiths!

RonC

Hi Mark! No, I'm not home for good...in fact, I'm writing this from sunny Mosul...where the daytime temperatures are just slightly less than required by most recipes to cook a roast! As far as shipping the revolver up to you....well, let's just say I'm planning on hanging onto this one! Minnesota, g...

RonC

The sad part is, I didn't get to shoot it before having to leave to return to Iraq! Wheh I get home the end of August, I'll let you know!

Two more views:

RonC

Here's the top view. I had him just put a simple groove down the newly machined/dovetailed topstrap:

RonC

Tip's asking price for this conversion will be in the $375-$400 price range. If you want to talk with him, give him a call at 830-935-3338.

RonC

Here is a photo of a Model 28 .357 that I had Tip Burns convert to a fixed-sight revolver:

RonC

Collins Cartridge Company also loads it. Their website is: http://www.cccammo.com/

It's not listed on their website, but I've purchased it from them at the gun show in Austin, Texas before.

RonC

And I think he may have been carrying that mobile radio in a modified WW2 canvas canteen cover.........

RonC

I couldn't agree with you more, Mark! This program just may be closing down in July. It's been quite a run while it's lasted..."interesting times" as the old Chinese proverb says!

HIgh Regards, as well!
Ron

RonC

Certainly, Tyree! His name is Tip Burns. He lives in Canyon Lake, Texas (near San Antonio). His telephone number is: 830-935-3338. Mine is the first one he is doing, and will probably not take on another until he has "tested" what he is doing on mine. As I said, I did see the progress he h...

RonC

Michaelson, the designation "Model 22"is correct for the .45 ACP revolver. When S&W changed over from the old system of designating their revolvers, the "Model of 1950 Military", which was the postwar designation for the updated Model 1917, became the Model 22. S&W just r...

RonC

Greetings once more from sunny Mosul, Iraq! I, too, am a fan of the Model 28...and all S&W N-frame revolvers. I have a Model 28 at my gunsmith's (Tip Burns) that is being converted to a fixed-sight revolver. Basically, it willl wind up looking like an old S&W, but in .357. I also picked up a...

RonC

I own one of these fine old revolvers myself! If you look at your local gun shows, you can sometimes find really good deals. I purchased mine for $330, and it is in fine shape!

RonC

RonC

To All: it's very easy to have the .455 chambers in your H.E. 's cylinder bored out to take .45 Colt and .45 Schofield rounds. I know this as I have had it done before. The revolver I'm about to purchase, which is a close ringer for the Bapty revolover, has already had this done to it.

RonC

RonC

Nicely done!

Ron

RonC

Pyro, thanks! I'll get the photos to you within the next couple of days.

Ron

RonC

In received my Hubertus knife today...and it's perfect! They personally selected one with flat stag scales for me....it looks very much like the ROTLA pocketknife! I'm very pleased with it. I'll try to get some digital pics of it within the next couple of days....Pyro, would you be willing to post t...

RonC

Deadlock, I, too, would be interested in getting one of these shirts from you. $35 isn't bad at all for this! Your wife is an excellent seamstress, it appears!

RonC

RonC

I share credit with Adam...he and his father came to the same conclusion at the same time! I remembering "chiming in" when the thread was progressing between the two of you about the knife. I truly hope that both of you, my friends, are enjoyoing your fine Hubertus knives!

RonC

RonC

indiana_dudley, I feel for you, my friend! If you ever make it to Texas, both Pyro and I will make sure you have the opportunity to fire as many rounds out of these big ol' revovlers as your heart desires! The invitation is open at all times.

RonC

RonC

Pyro, go into the website and select S&W Hand Ejectors, or S&W Military Revolvers...there is a ton of GREAT stuff there!

RonC

Rick, I just ordered mine, and it cost me $91.00 and change (this includes shipping from Austria). I will say they are well worth the money spent! An excellent knife for everyday use! And the folks at The Knifeshop provide EXCELLENT customer service.

Ron

RonC

Riverwind, it is a high-carbon, high-quality stainless. I believe it's much the same steel as Puma puts in its knife blades. It takes and holds an excellent edge. I believe you would be very pleased with its performance in the field.

RonC

Riverwind, go to www.knifeshop.com, select "Pocketknives", then "Hunting Pocket Knives." Scroll down and you will see the 12.300. HH.00. That is the one we are speaking of, my friend!.

RonC

Rick, lately they have been going for $350 to $450, un-modified. PM me, and I can give you a lead on some.

Ron

RonC

Mishaelson, I pm'ed you about the Triple Lock I found, but after talking with the shop where it's located, I'm not sure it's a good investment. HOWEVER...I found an almost mint condition Brazilian Contract 1937 S&W in Houston that I'm seriously considering buying!!! After seeing the H.E.'s at Ol...

RonC

I justh lookedth ath the websthite...I'm drooling too muchth to sthpeak afther theeing those revolvers!!!!!!

RonC

Indiana Jerry, the Hubertus has quite a pointed tip, and is not blunt. I think you'll find it to be a very good "using" knife, in addition to being "Indy accurate." I will not make the same mistake of selling it, as I did my last one! (Although I am glad my friend Pyroxene wound ...

RonC

The L.L. Bean trousers appear to have cuffs, also. Is this correct? I, for one, do not care for cuffed chinos.

RonC

ob1al...I'm not saying this to brag...so please don't take it that way, but I was the one who did the research and "found" the Hubertus knife...I purchased one, which has since found a good home with Pyroxene. I miss having one, so I finally ordered another! I received word back frm the gu...

RonC

Yes, folks...I did it again! After selling my last Hubertus "Indy" pocketknife to my good friend Pyroxene, I finally broke down and ordered another one from The Knifeshop in Austria. I requested they select one for me with flat stag scales...to better emulate the one Indy used in ROTLA. I'...

RonC

Excellent find, IB! My congratulations to you!

RonC

Pyro, I'm probably heading to Tip's tomorrow....yes, I'm STILL alive!

Ron

RonC

Indianamikey, yes it is legal to have the barrel of a handgun shortenend. Having said that, I agree with Renderking, et al...I wouldn't cut the barrel on this fine old revolver!

Ron

RonC

Either that, or a line from "The Wild Bunch"!!!!!!

RonC

ob1al & Molorom, to quote from a movie we all know & love: "You have chosen....wisely!"

Ron

RonC

Still thinkI just might have to break down and get one of these beauties!!! Even with the round butt, it ought to be a funrevolver to shoot! I'll probably invest in a pair of custom "old-fashioned" style grips for it...sort of a "round-butt" medallion style.

Ron

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