It would be virtually impossible today to manufacture and had fit and fin
Originally Posted By: SWAMPMAN
James M

That is a dandy 1903. On the Colt vs S&W debate. I own and shoot both often. I have been a little disappointed in recent production S&W revolvers excepting those from the Performance Center. The Colts I shoot are mostly autoloaders, the revolvers S&W. Even though they can be a little fragile when used in rough conditions I would have to say the Python is the best production revolver made. Smooth and accurate. My favorite revolver however is a well worn S&W 6" K frame. Too bad the gun companies have to spend so much time developing plastic.
I guess they have to in order to keep the doors open.


Swampman


It would be virtually impossible today to economically manufacture hand fit and finish pistols and revolvers as was done in the past. This is one of the primary reasons older examples in nice condition are so prized. Unfortunately examples such as the boxed Colt 1903 I've shown above will probably never be shot which is fine by me as I have other examples. Keep in mind there can never be more originals and attrition continues to take it's toll. You should have seen the large pistol collection I was asked to assess after it had been underwater for more than a week as a result of Hurricane Katrina. Polluted salt water can and will take a serious toll quickly.
Jim

Last edited by James M; 03/25/17 10:10 PM.
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