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March 19, 2016
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I am located in Wisconsin. That being said I always say there are two seasons, shooting season and too cold to shoot season. I am looking at all the topics and their dates and I am wondering what is going on. Ammo prices are not terrible, we are all busy, but it does not seem like much is happen in the world of Dan Wesson shooters. Or I should say much is not being written. I am going to throw a few things out there and hope it sparks a few replys or new entries. I just purchased a 15-2, had a rear sight issue but thanks to a recent entry I oiled up the sight before going nuts on it and it loosened up. Shot some BE86 hand loads, put 5 rounds in a 1" bull. Some of the best shooting I have done, completely happy with the new 1980 357 mag. I have the 445 ready for deer hunting. 1680 powder my choice for the 445. I had the opportunity to promote our sport of shooting this weekend. A complete newbe could not figure out how to load a 9mm clip. I helped with the clip, the sights, ammo, and how to hold the gun. It was nice to feel needed LOL. I hope I inspired a few to let us all know what they have been doing.
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Dans Club
March 25, 2013
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I AM inspired. I have been so busy with my yard activities I have been too tired to shoot. Now I will dedicate a day or more a week to shooting. At least shoot before I mow or dig. I have recently acquired a revolver of astonishing fit and finish. I am keen to shoot it. I will reveal what it is once I see if it is as good a shooter as it is a looker. It is chambered for 357, is heavier than a Smith model 29, and has a front and rear lockup. Last clue for now, it is not made in America.
February 16, 2016
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I want to shoot .. but life gets in the way and I don't get out as much as I'd like to.
May 21, 2018
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Ok I’ll pitch in....I’m starting my own YouTube channel. It’s called the Recoil Therapy Channel. We’re mainly concerned with four things..shooting, fishing, bbq, and hot rod trucks.
Been stacking up footage to get edited into videos. My 445 will play a big part in this channel, as will my DW Monson 22...
we should be going live in about a week.
Blessed is he, whom when confronted with death, thinks only of his front sight...
September 10, 2010
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Ole Dog said
I AM inspired. I have been so busy with my yard activities I have been too tired to shoot. Now I will dedicate a day or more a week to shooting. At least shoot before I mow or dig. I have recently acquired a revolver of astonishing fit and finish. I am keen to shoot it. I will reveal what it is once I see if it is as good a shooter as it is a looker. It is chambered for 357, is heavier than a Smith model 29, and has a front and rear lockup. Last clue for now, it is not made in America.
Korth $$
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October 17, 2017
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Ole Dog, my guess is: Manurhin MR 93.
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March 25, 2013
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I think that the Manurhin MR 93 is an urban legend. Lol. I will help narrow it down. It cost me $ 330 plus shipping . That rules out Korth and Manurhin. It is about 95% or better condition. Another hint. It has a flaming bomb proof mark..
October 1, 2012
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Hola, Old Dog
No one will guess that one. And I wont give it away.
I am interested to hear how it shoots however !
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Dans Club
March 25, 2013
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You have inspired me. I will shoot it tomorrow.
December 3, 2015
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getting into old military 1911's Ron? Pretty good price if that is what it is.
Edit: Oops, I see it is a revolver. Mmmm, wonder if they used the "shell and flame" on M1917 revolvers?
October 17, 2017
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Plenty of youTube videos of the Manurhin MR 73 out there, but only a couple on the MR 93. Is it only a prototype, or is it actually in production?
Eagerly awaiting to hear exactly what this revolver you've gotten hold of is, and to get the range report!
March 19, 2016
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This is what I was talking about, there is hope. I knew someone had to be thinking about or actually going out and shooting. I load in the winter and when ever I get a chance in the summer I shoot. I would say 75% of my shooting is with 22 LR handguns. I turn 58 in a few weeks and I am shooting better than I have in a long time. I wish I had the eyes I had 30 years ago. Shooting is like golf, the better you are at it the more fun it is.
May 21, 2018
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Here’s a link to my channel...
https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCutbUvedrMX8XWj3N43524g/featured
Aim to be doing a bunch of 44 cal shooting this weekend, including 455 for an upcoming video...
Blessed is he, whom when confronted with death, thinks only of his front sight...
Dans Club
December 5, 2008
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I have been experimenting with ghost ring sights on my handguns for a few months. I started with my Glock 17 and now have a 715 and 722 with ghost rings (EWK red fiber optic front sight). I use the DWs mainly for steel challenge and the Glock for steel and handgun challenge and for GSSF shooting events. I am generally pleased with the results. It does take some getting used to because you have to ignore the rear sight and concentrate on the front sight without trying to align the rear sight. It's a lot like using a red dot. I would say the main benefit is quick acquisition of the target with acceptable accuracy for timed shooting.
Now I need to see how it works with standard target shooting.
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March 25, 2013
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Well finally, I am asking Snake-eye to post some pictures. I still haven't learned. And I don't take good pictures. The new revolver of mine is a Llama Super Comanche V 357. It is the 44 magnum frame chambered in 357. They made about 10,000 in both caliber. Only about a third in 357. It seems to be styled after a Smith model 29 but is heavier and seems stronger. The lockwork seems to be all Llama. I haven't opened it up but there is an unusual piece that connects the cylinder latch to a Dan Wesson style front latch I read that it has only 6 moving parts. There is no transfer bar but the hammer cams up when the trigger is released and cannot hit the firing pin. Very similar to a High Standard Crusader. The fit and finish is astounding. Polished stainless hammer and trigger. The cylinder chambers and the bore are highly polished. There is a slot at the base of the crane that also locks up when the cylinder is closed. An old advertisement claims triple lockup. The ejector rod has a large knob that is pleasant. The walnut grips are gorgeous with fine grain of old growth. The checkering is similar to a Python in that it is raised, not cut into the grip. It works great for 357 but may be a little rough on the hands in 44 magnum. The best part is that it was 330 plus shipping on Gunbroker. I should have held off until I found a 44 mag and a shorter barreled 357. They made 4,6 and 81/2" in 357 and 6 and 81/2" in 44 magnum.
They make another smaller 357 that is called the Comanche iii. More like a Smith I hear but the hammer cams and the trigger and hammer are stainless. I found one but haven't played with it yet. It does not have such a good Rep on the internet.
Dans Club
December 5, 2008
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March 19, 2016
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I looked at the same model gun years ago. I thought to myself at the time that it was not a bad looking gun. Back then Llama was more popular it seemed than now. I stayed away from the gun because I said I would only buy USA made guns LOL.
October 17, 2017
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Very nice looking .357! Hope it shoots as good as it looks. Had forgotten all about Llama when trying to decipher Ole Dog's little puzzle. When researching proof marks the only "Flaming Bomb" I could find was indeed a Spanish proof mark. That should have got me thinking, but I honestly only remember the 1911's they made. We're not much used to proof marks here in the USA, but both of my Ubertis have them on the cylinder, and the open top model has one on the barrel as well. Where are they on the Llama? Just curious.
February 20, 2008
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Ghost Ring Sights! Great Idea.
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