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Smaller grips may remedy that issue then, depending on what grips are already on there. if whatever grips are on there have the backstop of the grip frame visable already, you wont get any closer. She might be more comfortable with a smaller framed gun like the K or L frame ( model 686 / model 15 / model 10 / etc ) over a larger frame like an N-Frame ( 627 / 629 / 625 / etc )

Grips will not change the length of pull on a revolver, diffrent grips might fit your hand better if you have small / medium / large hands. If you want to change the weight of the double action pull to make it lighter , smoother, and easier to pull , a trigger job will be in order. Stoning and polishing engagment surfaces and changing springs out.

yup. And most who brought both, including myself , switched from major to minpr

With wet tumbling you can make the grimiest oldest cases that have been fired 20 times look brand new. how shiny it is has nothing to do with the structural integrity of the brass

Just thought I'd share my experience and video high lights from my weekend shooting the 2014 S&W Revolver Nationals in Barry, IL This match directly followed the single stack nationals @ PASA Park in Barry IL, the range is enormous and they put on some great stages. The match was 14 stages, I shot half decent the first half of the day on my field courses,but after lunch the smaller " speed " shoots killed me and really effected my overall placement. Threw a few mikes and no shoots here are there. Overall though I had a great time, met some good people, and i'm determined to do better next year. Rob Leatham won the overall match, David Olhasso came in a VERY VERY close 2nd place, just 6 measly points from the win. I cam in 8th place A Class & 32nd overall of about 120 shooters.

friends dont let friends by kimbers http://njgunforums.com/forum/index.php/topic/68437-kimbers/ didnt you read that thread? Duh! glad you didnt get hurt howard.

will work for either. titegroup is a very hot fast burning powders, so with lead bullets it may be a bit smokey.

This should be something you ask the range board of directors.

Yeh, that's what Connie said , between 3 and 6 weeks now.

Sounds like you want a S&W Model 627. couldnt comment on where, I havent seen much S&W revolver stock on shelves in a lonnnng time. You're welcome to try mine out if you ever shoot at old bridge

Just applied for some new permits today through my town ( woodbridge ) was pleasantly surprised that the background is now online, though - the office lady did say that the slowest process now , and what usually hangs them up , is the counties mental health check system.

No reference, beside personal experience, I dry fire my 617 hundreds of times a week for over a year now with zero issues. I understand how it works, and why some will say dont do it. If you arent sure of the firing pin length, and want to continue on the side of caution, by all means use snap caps. But, it's pretty easy to tell on the 617 if you shouldn't be dry firing, firing pin will make contact with the recessed part of the chamber mouth, causing damage to it, and the firing pin.

You can dry fire your S&W 617, unless you installed an aftermarket extended firing pin, which will make contact with the cylinder. You'll start to see some peening along the inner rim of the chamber mouth.

Also to add to " not having to change a thing " Front sight, Rear sight blade, Grips - are all subjective. Personally, I hate the hogue grips that have finger grooves in them, every one I have ever picked up forces me to hold my hand too low. Black on Black sights, or Black on gold - IMO - no good. Something like a Green or Red fiber up front and a full face .140 wide notch blade on the back works for me. Even though the PC versions advertise that the trigger work is done, it'll still be between 12 and 14 pounds double action, you can easily cut that in half with a little bit of money and work , how light you go depends on what primers/ammo you use.

The S&W 627 is an excellent platform for both USPSA, Steel, home defense, etc. Dont waste your money going for the PC version because you think it has a better trigger, it may be better slighty. Take the extra cash you saved and have somebody slick up the action and do a trigger job for you, it'll be worlds better then anything that comes out of the performence center. The only reason i'd go with the PC version is for the longer barrel, the PC comes with a 5" , the Pro Series comes with a 4". Personally, I like the longer barrells, but it's all shooter preference. There is no comparison to the S&W 627 and the Ruger GP100, you'll be happier with the 627

Doesnt bob have a new 1911 you can use? That would work.

can't believe I'm saying this. But a revolver wouldn't be suitable for 3 gun.

is that a 2 3/4" shell or are you just happy to see me ?

what is this sorcery you speak of

3 gun schmee gun, i'll be driving out to ontelunne for their uspsa match.

very lefty friendly

I might show up next time too, I hear people are leaving free guns for the taking after the match is over !

You're right, I see better guns at a cheaper price point.

Now would be a good time to upgrade your spring to the " D Spring " if you havent already, really lightens up the DA pull and does not affect reliability

Kimbers... Well... They are very pretty, other then that - i've personally witnessed nothing but horrible quality control, rusting in the box, over priced, and lots of malfunctions.--- No, i've never owned one because well... Read the first sentence. There are a few types of people, you have the guy who might throw one box of ammo down range once every other month. Then you have the serious competitor who probably shoots about 2000+ rounds a month and really push their guns, i'd rather look at what these guys are shooting, listen to their advice, and formulate an opinion from there.. There are go to names , and there are no go names in the firearms world.