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June 16, 2010 - 7:26 am
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I bought a used DW, 6", blue,  357 revolver at a local gun show and would like to know more about them. I have owned several revolvers, Colt, S&W and cap&ball, and others over the years.

I am pleased with my Dan Wesson even if it is a little rough (80%). I also want to swap grips. I an looking at Hogue. I am impressed with the feel of the action. It is tight and smooth.  I would like to understand the construction of a DW, but would never attempt to disassemble one.

My wife and I live on the Holston river just outside of Knoxville, Tn.  I am learning to shoot carp with a bow. We have a garden and like to watch nature, birds and beast.

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June 16, 2010 - 7:43 am
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Welcome  to the Forum!  Glad to hear you bought a Dan and if you hang around here you'll know all about it, and maybe even buy a few more. We love Cool Pics so maybe you could post a few.

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Welcometo the DWF Sign. The DW 357 or 15-2 is the cornerstone of Dan Wesson. It is also the easiest of any to disassemble and reassemble so jump right in, no fear. Be warned they are addictive and DWASis lurking in the shadows. And of course I get to nail you with  this.Post Pics.

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Welcome to the DWF Sign once more.  LB has already given you our drill on the membership's craving for Cool Pics.  So I'll spoare you that again Wink.  Glad to hear you like the feel of the Dan.  Did you revolver come with a barrel tool and cylinder gauge?  If not that would be an investment you should think about making to keep the revolver in its finest tuning.  It will be necessary to have these items also if you ever wish to change barrels or remove yours for a thorough cleaning.   Thanks for stopping by..

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Congrats on your newest revolver arrival, you picked a great gun.occasion

The 15-2 is one of the easiest revolvers on the planet to disassemble, much more so than any 'ol Colt or Smiff. Laugh Here's a nice tutorial that one of our members did, showing how to disassemble & also how to slick up the action a little, if you're so inclined...

https://www.danwessonforum.com/?page_id=3/reloading/tuning-up-your-15-2-the-average-joe-method/

Welcometo theDWF Sign glad you're here!

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Welcome to the DWF !!!   A DW 357 is a must have item for any gun guy...  The Hogue is a pleasure to shoot.

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Welcome to the DWF.  Always glad to meet new Dan Fans.  I think most of us began with the .357.  You'll love to shoot it.

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Soap Box, Ballot Box, Ammo Box

in that order.

4 Monson Model 15's

1 Palmer FB 15

1 Rossi 357 Model 92 (lever)

1 CZ 75B

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That is a great revolver to start with. Welcome to the forum and enjoy!

The Savantist

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Not much to say except Welcome to DWF. Don't hesitate to go insdie that 15-2, it's remarkably easy, and everyone always gets great results just from a little internal cleaning and lubrication, maybe replace the springs?

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