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February 14, 2019
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Hi I am new to the forums. I have been looking for a edc smallish revolver in the 38/357 range. Today at my local gun shop I saw a model 15 with the 2.5” pork chop barrel. The gun look spotless. It has been taken really good care of. They are asking $495. It doesn’t include any accessories, barrels or tools. It is a little bigger than I wanted for iwb carry, but not too bad. I really like the idea of being able to swap the barrel. It does look like the pork chop barrels are harder to find. I did see an adapter that lets you put the newer style barrel on instead of the pork chop style. They also have a 14 that shows a lot of wear in the finish, but no play and it locks up tight. It has the newer non pork chop style barrel. It is also $100 less. It has the larger 4” barrel. It is larger than I was looking for, but I could put that extra $100 to either a airweight 38 special, or another barrel for this. I know these guns are considered to be a high quality fire arm. Does this seem like a good price on them though? Is there any recommendation for one over the other? I will go back tomorrow and take some pictures if that helps. Thanks
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Pics would help with value.
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February 14, 2019
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Sorry I also see this wasn't the correct place to post anyway. I did it with my iphone and it was hard to tell, but thought I was in the correct area. I see now this is for photos. OOps sorry about that. anyway, here is a picture of the model 14.
February 16, 2016
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For IWB EDC I'd look at something like a S&W J-Frame such as the model 642 for $469 and use .38+P's.
February 14, 2019
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Here is the 15.
I am also looking at buying a small 637 J-frame
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March 25, 2013
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That 15 is sweet. It as a 15-1 (unofficially) with the large rear sight. That makes it a little bulkier. BTW, the barrel is 21/4". 495 is a little steep but you get to look at it and check it out in person. You will need a tool. Those are 'Powerwood' plastic grips. Not one of Dan Wessons better ideas. Look on eBay for better grips. Maybe use that as a negotiating point. 450 would make you feel better.
February 14, 2019
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Awesome thanks for the information!
February 14, 2019
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I am looking for other barrels. It looks like the pork chop style are harder to find. I can buy an adapter to change to the newer style barrel, but I head there is something else needed do to a length difference. Also what tool do I need for this one? I know there are a few different versions. I am also looking for some black rubber style grips. Something shorter and smaller so it will be easier to carry. Any good iwb holsters? Thanks again!
February 16, 2016
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The barrel length issues are with BA's designed with the early external barrel nut.
February 14, 2019
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Ok good to know. Thanks. What tool do I need?
February 16, 2016
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Smoore said
What tool do I need?
You need one of Eric's barrel wrenches from EWK, the best Dan Wesson tool available;
http://ewkarms.com/zen8/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=67_5
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