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Thanks again all. Yup, fell for the un-fluted cylinder. Some people think it looks unfinished. I say, industrial. C

I don't use moon clips, but collecting brass is just so much easier with the revolver than the semi-auto it's not funny. Shoot, dump them on the table, load, repeat. C

Cool. I do belileve I will grab a few. Thanks all for the advice. C

I prime by hand with an RCBS thingy. Should be ok? C

Currently reloading for a revolver, outta the box stock. And a 9mm 1911. C

I can't seem to find CCI or Federal locally. And, I missed getting in on the NNJ Powder Valley thread. One of the shops that I have had dealings with has Winchester primers in stock. Anyone have any opinions on them? I am unfamiliar with them (as I am with most things reloading) and would like some informed opinions. Thanks to all that can help out. Christopher

I, for one, think that would be a fabulous choice! Sorry about the Colt, though. C

I will drop you a PM when I am heading to Bayonne. Feel free to come shoot it. C

BlueLine... You don't have one? I am planning on shooting in Bayonne in the next couple of weeks. Feel free to give her a go. Thanks for all the kind words. I'm smitten with this one. C

For me, I have been sticking with one load for 9mm-- 4.6g Unique with a 125g LRN set to 1.15. With. 357 I play a lot more as for me it is a really fun round. My 9mm is a solid linker. My. 357 is the toy. YMMV. C

If only... C

My ability to send PM's is impaired, currently. If anyone would like to speak for Dave (Smokin .50) personally, please PM me your number and I will call you. Thanks. C

Thanks Sandy! We'll have to meet up and shoot .357's together with the spouses someday. Ray, I am going to look into those as this gun's grips are on the thin side and caught me between the thumb and pointer finger. Not bad, but if I can change it, I will. C

^^^ I LOVE this guy!!!^^^ Bark n bite, if you don't have constructive advice or criticism, please leave. I am on a first name basis with someone that runs a VERY successful home defense school here in NJ. They do NOT teach home defense for the revolver. If you know someone that does, please share. Otherwise you are nothing more than a bitter PITA that loves negativity. Again, I'm a big boy. I've been burned by the best and have learned by my mistakes. I will be doing due diligence as it's my home. Dave seems like a nice guy and has had more than a couple of folks jump to his defense. That speaks volumes. I will be taking him up on his offer to meet him at a match and see how things go in person. Again, I thank you for your words of caution. Anything further that is not constructive is really not welcome. C

Just got back from the range. Went to the Bullet Hole with a good friend. Put about... I don't really know. How many rounds does a chinese food take out soup container hold? Of .357? 250-300? More or less? Anyway, that's what we put through it. Great gun. Fun to shoot with Trail Boss. Shot some with 2400. Nice fireaball on some of the loadings! Quite impressive. Now, the only problem is is that I have sworn off buying anything until June and I am really loving revolver shooting. I'm thinking a .45... If you don't have one, do your self a favor and go get one. They are a hoot to shoot. Especially if you reload. Good times all around. C

Right next to North Carolina, right?

Which is...? C

Everything but checkering and bluing can be handled locally. Try Nick at Mastodon or Rick at OMG Custom Guns. Checkering and bluing, be prepared to pay and wait. Try Alchemy Customs in North Carolina, I think. Good work with a decent turnaround. C

Thanks. Will do. I've heard that they will no longer be making this gun. No idea if the rumor is true. If you find one, I say jump on it. Or, get the Ruger Wiley Clapp. Range report to follow. C

http://www.badgercustomgrips.com/smith_and_wesson_pistol_grips.php?page=0 http://ahrendsgripsusa.com/retro.htm C

It's shockingly addicting. Maybe a little more so than shooting. For me at least. Very relaxing in a zen way to be downstairs for an hour blocking it all out. Good on you. Good luck and keep it safe. C

Thanks all! Wsaraceni, yup the proportions are perfect from an aesthetic point of view to me. Supposed to be a hell of a shooter as well. Ray Ray, if I ever actually make it to Bayonne, I may get in touch if for nothing else just to check it out. Which grips did you go with? Badger? Ahrends? Hogue? Rich, saw your post. My offer still stands and if I get that way I'll drop you a line. C

Gratzie! C

My camera and computer have a love/hate relationship. Or, maybe, I'm just not the most computer savvy person out there??? Anyway... I picked this up the other day and am thrilled with it. I was searching for this particular gun for about a month and a half (I prefer to buy local vs. the interwebs) and my LGS was not having any luck finding it. I went shooting at the 'Hole and lo and behold, it was behind the counter. Ramsey (LGS) was kind enough to give me my deposit back with no hassles and so here she sits. Smith and Wesson 686+ 3/5/7 Talo with a 3" barrel. Nice fit and finish. Grips are awesome, however I think I am going to get some boot grips for it. Taking it out shooting tomorrow (monday the 17th) with a friend at the 'Hole if anyone else wants to join in. We do a 10am start so as to avoid the crowds. Feel free to stop by. I'll be the one in the port with the idiotic grin from ear to ear!! Enough typing, I'll let the pics say the rest. Christopher

That's a gorgeous piece! I picked up a 686+ 3-5-7 Talo with a 3" barrel. I can't post pics 'cuz my camera and computer don't like each other (again) but it's a sweetie. FWIW, if you ever make it up here, you're welcome to shoot my 9mm Kimber. C