Smith & Wesson Reintroducing Model 19

Will not buy a Smith with that stupid locking system.

Why?
Aside from the aesthetics, they really don't do anything at all.
S&W has some really nice new models that you disqualified.
Of particular mention are two L frames, the 617, 10 shot & the 986 9mm 7 shot 5" barrel.
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My wife read this headline out to me this morning...not sure where she read it but not a bad way to start the day.

My dad picked up a revolver from his cousin few years back...turned out to be a nickel 19-4 snub nose. Has one finish flaw on the cylinder otherwise in great shape.

Kings Firearms in Columbia TN does a lot of police trade ins and occasionally gets some old service revolvers...I have seen Smiths on there before.
 
But then again..my father in law handed me a smith he had the other day..to more or less lock away for my son. Turns out to be a nickel model 10 with holster and original box in pretty much mint condition.
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The performance center model will probably be a must have for me. I'd prefer it without the lock, but I'll buy it anyway
 
There's probably nobody here who likes the old school Smiths more than me...well, at least not too many people. That said, I am amused that so many people just cannot help but comment on the goddarn lock every time somebody posts a thread about a current production Smith. Every time.
 
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There's probably nobody here who likes the old school Smiths more than me...well, at least not too many people. That said, I am amused that so many people just cannot help but comment on the goddarn lock every time somebody posts a thread about a current production Smith. Every time.
Because we know it annoys you. :D
 
There's probably nobody here who likes the old school Smiths more than me...well, at least not too many people. That said, I am amused that so many people just cannot help but comment on the goddarn lock every time somebody posts a thread about a current production Smith. Every time.
In fact, I like the modern locks so much I've asked my local gunsmith to install one on my dad's 1951 Combat Masterpiece. :cool:
 
The lockups are NOT an urban myth. We have had 3 here.
In fact, I like the modern locks so much I've asked my local gunsmith to install one on my dad's 1951 Combat Masterpiece. :cool:
Wow...I don't want that to happen. Maybe I can ask the gunsmith to weld the key into the lock. :rolleyes:
 
Too each his own. I'd be a lot more likely to buy a vintage P&R model 19 for that money than a new one. $800 to $900 would buy a very nice 19-4 or other vintage Smith. The only plus to the new one would be my assumption that they fixed the forcing cone issue that made the original prone to cracks in that area. The lock is a not a big factor to me. It's easily removed and replaced with a plug if it bothers you. Or a drop of Super Glue will keep it from accidentally locking.
 
If I were buying a competition style gun Iā€™d have no problem with a new one.

But comparing the new 66 to and older 66, well Iā€™d much rather have the older one. The quality is much better, IMO.
 
I have an older model 66 with a 2.75" barrel. I still like shooting it. Good pistol.

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I was reading that the new Model 19 has a sleeved barrel. My first assumption would be that it is done for cost savings.
Will someone shed some light on what it is, why it's done, good and bad etc? Thanks.
 
I was reading that the new Model 19 has a sleeved barrel. My first assumption would be that it is done for cost savings.
Will someone shed some light on what it is, why it's done, good and bad etc? Thanks.

The two piece barrel construction is a more cost effective and, in my opinion, probably better way of building the revolver. The primary barrel component is, more or less, just like the traditional barrel except that it is separate from the outer covering. It's easier to assemble the first time around because S&W can screw on the barrel without fidgeting around to get the sight strait. Might also make post assembly barrel repair / retiming type repairs easier. Another benefit, according to some who claim to know about these things (not me), that this type of barrel construction creates tension on both ends of the barrel...effectively stretching it some way so as to make it stiffer and more accurate.
 
...this type of barrel construction creates tension on both ends of the barrel...effectively stretching it some way so as to make it stiffer and more accurate.

You've just given me a second reason not to buy it. I need guns I can blame for the way I shoot. :D
 
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Don't forget Dan Wesson revolvers used a two piece barrels and were known for their accuracy. A K frame with proper grips is a fine balanced weapon. I've always enjoyed the 3" and 4" K frames.

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The model 19 is my favorite of all the S&W's. I'd like to get a new one with round butt grips. I hope the price is reasonable on them.
 
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