I’ve owned all three and I strongly prefer a 1917 over a 1903 or 03A3.
There is nothing wrong with the 1903 but I think the 1917 is a better battle rifle. The 1903 has awesome target sights and I am a fan of the overall design, but I would take the 1917 every time.
If you are talking...
I appreciate the info! From what I have seen, nice Brazilian contract models seem to run about the same as worn US military 1917 models. I assume quality is about the same?
Does 27-2 have MIM parts or are they “old” S&W quality?
I’m in the market for a new revolver, specifically a classic S&W N-frame. I’m looking for one of the following:
1. S&W Model 1917 in .45 ACP (prefer a good shooter US or refurbished US/UK Lend-Lease model, followed by Brazilian contract)
2. S&W Model 27 (pre-lock only)
3. S&W 38/44
Is there...
Walked out with some decent priced 44 Magnum and .32 ACP ammo, so it wasn’t a total bust.
I like these smaller shows, but I fear that some vendors keeping shortage-level prices is going to hurt these shows overall. I saw prices all over the place, from okay to ludicrous.
I’ll be back next...
One of the most messed part up parts of all this is that Baby Browning clones like the PSP-25 and predecessor (and disapproved) PSA-25 are well-made and generally pretty pricey.
I put about 60 rounds through my Bauer today. Works quite well.
I went on Saturday - definitely a good spot for mags and smaller items, but many of the firearms were sky high, save for the milsurp guy in the front of the “big room.” He had reasonable prices on several items, even three very nice FN-49s: Two Luxembourgish and one Venezuelan. If I had the...
I recent picked up a nice Remington Model 30 Express in .30-06 that wears a Lyman 48S receiver sight. The rifle seems to be original (except maybe for the sight(?), but the sheer number of proof marks on the right side of the barrel have me puzzled. There aren’t any on the left as it’s marked...
Thanks for the info!!
I’m sure the palm rest and the Lyman Polaroid sight were “later” additions. The rifle is drilled/tapped for a tang sight, which seems to be the norm based on my research.
I did take an image of the extractor - not super clear but it looks like one, that’s for sure…
I...
Polish P64 pistol in 9x18 Makarov. Very good condition and no function issues. Comes with:
-two magazines
-Aliengear CloakTuck 3.5 IWB holster
-original Polish military leather flap holster
-about 50 rounds of 9x18 ammo
Located in Harford County.
Case 323-5 hunting knife from the 1960s - very good shape with some minor scuffs on the bottom of the handle (see photos). Comes with leather sheath.
Asking $60. Can ship or meet FTF.
Romanian LPS 4×6° TIP2 scope from a PSL. This example is believed to be 1978 vintage and in excellent shape with super clear optics. No rubber eye cup, but these can be purchased online for under $20.
Asking $180 and prefer face-to-face transaction but can ship USPS if truly necessary.
Years ago, my father came across this rifle he referred to as a Scheutzen (sp?) rifle. Not as many years ago, I ended up with it and stored it away. It is chambered in .22LR with an incredibly heavy barrel made by Stevens and a falling block receiver made by Marlin. It also has a Lyman Polaroid...
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Spandau Gewehr 1888/05 in 8x57 - dated 1890. Rifle has both German and Ottoman markings (crescent moon and S), but does not appear to have been modified outside of the -/05 modification to accept stripper clips. Good counterbored barrel.
Asking $300 and since this is from...
Uberti Rolling Block .357 Magnum/.38 Special in excellent condition. Case hardened finish on receiver with brass buttplate and trigger guard. Very nice little rifle.
Can meet up at an FFL in Harford County, or Blue Fins or Duffy’s in Baltimore County.