Register
Log In
Home
October 26, 2010
Offline
So what started out as a search for a home defense firearm is turning into a collection hobby.
I, much like many of you, find myself looking at these different models going "Oh wow, thats so nice." or "Man I got to have that." especially the pics you guys have on your signatures lol.
So several questions come to mind:
Monsoon made weapons (Ive heard the term being thrown around) are those better, since made by the factory in Monsoon? Or worst (cant imagine it would be worst)?
In the information I was sent it states (on one of the papers) the date 1981, and according to Wikipedia it states DWs were made in Monsoon from 1948 to 1983. Is this acurate?
Not sure if this is floating out there but is there a list of revolvers made by DW? Kind of like a collector's checklist?
Well thats it for now, just trying to educate myself on this possible new and of course oh so expensive hobby.
Sincerely, Rod
"The very atmosphere of firearms anywhere and everywhere restrains evil interference – they deserve a place of honor with all that's good" – George Washington
October 26, 2010
Offline
Never mind on the list, I found one on an older post. 
"The very atmosphere of firearms anywhere and everywhere restrains evil interference – they deserve a place of honor with all that's good" – George Washington
Range Officer
Range Officers
Dans Club
February 28, 2009
Offline
AHA!! DWAS has struck you.
Monson (not Monsoon, BTW) made guns are favored by some because they are the original.
I'll have to check my facts, but I believe that Dan Wesson didn't begin making firearms until 1968. I also think the original company lasted until 1989. Two of my Monson made Dan's were purchased new by me in 1985.
There should be enough information available on this site to satisfy your educational needs.
-Mike
November 14, 2009
Offline
Monson, MA I believe was the first factory, Palmer, MA was the second factory and Norwich, NY is the third and last factory for the revolvers.
You may also want to read this site: http://www.notpurfect.com/main/dwrev.htm
Don't believe everything you read on Wikipedia, it can be edited by anyone.
Happyness is a Hot DW and a pile of used brass!!! Rich
Dans Club
March 2, 2008
Offline
Here's some help on history:
http://dwcollectors.org/?page_id=3
Here's a link to the DWF Archives:
https://www.danwessonforum.com/?page_id=166
Lots of good info if you just keep drilling down thru all of them
"notpurfect" is a pretty good resource, but a little dated with some inaccuracies.
I went to a bookstore and asked the saleswoman "Were is the Self Help Section?" She said if she told me, it would defeat the purpose.
George Carlin
Supporter
Moderators
January 24, 2009
Offline
Steve CT said:
"notpurfect" is a pretty good resource, but a little dated with some inaccuracies.
One of the inaccuracies he could fix would be the "378" caliber...needs to be changed to .375
ALso, I had forgotten how much Neal despises the original Porkchop design!
1 Guest(s)
