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January 8, 2014
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Well I don't even have the DW in hand yet, but I thought I should join to get up to speed as best I can. I'm one of the old guys, in my 60s, but I'm a fairly inexperienced shooter--done a bit of hunting for deer and birds, but probably only been out a few dozen times in total. I have a Beretta Thomcat and a Neos 22 (don't laugh now), and my Dad's 90 year old 16 ga. model 12 which I used a fair bit up in Washington state in the 80s.
I'm brand new to revolvers, and have been looking for a year to buy one. Came close on a S&W626 and on a GP100, but then ran across some discussion about the Pistol Pac and, of course, just had to have one. I missed out a few days ago on a primo four barrel SS set for $2,200, so when I saw a three barrel SS set (2,4,6) for $1,150 I immediately (in other words, as my daughter says, impulsively) threw in a bid for $1,000 and what do you know--I won.
My plan is to send the set up to Norwich (if that's the right place?) to have them go through it and see what I might need to have done. I'd appreciate any advice from the group.
Thanks,
Joe
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December 5, 2008
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from Sunny & warm Florida! You made a wise choice! The smith & ruger are both nice guns, but are not comparable in value to the 715.
If I were you, I would clean the DW when you get it and check the barrel/cylinder spacing, then hit the range to see how it shoots. Chances are very good that you will not need to go to the expense of sending to the factory. They are very helpful, but no sense spending unnecessary money. Besides, you will need the money when DWAS sets in. 
Since you are new to revolvers, you can check the posts on the forum for good info on the basics to look for and how to's for getting started. Or, just post a question.
Good luck and post pictures ASAP!
Dans Club
March 2, 2008
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Before I sent anything off to Norwich, I would:
1) Clean it
2) Shoot it
3) Do as much of https://www.danwessonforum.com/forum/reloading/tuning-up-your-15-2-the-average-joe-method/ as you feel comfortable with. This is a very easy process, and pays off big time on every DW revolver, even if it just ends up being a deep cleaning. Spring replacement and any fitting could be done at another time.
BTW-Welcome!
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March 25, 2013
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Joe, welcome from further north in Florida than snake-eye. Mid 20's yesterday. Brrr.
You sound just like me, new to revolvers, not a lot of firearms experience and fascinated by Dan Wesson's interchangable grips and barrels. +1 on everything Snake-eye and Steve said. I have fixed and cleaned two guns so far but the odds are that your gun is fine.With all the help from the forum you should be able to fix almost anything that could be wrong. Stainless is particularly easy, no blueing issues. Most of us shoot SA and the action is so fast and light that reduced power springs is not a big deal. It is actually fun to remove the sideplate and check it out. I like to flush the guts out with copious Automatic Transmission Fluid in any event if you don't want to do the tuneup right away. But don't be afraid, I can barely use a screwdriver or hammer and I have a blast cleaning and playing with them.
Still haven't bought a Smiff although I'm thinking of a 25-5 so I can keep my .45lc dan mint and still enjoy .45lc. I also suggest a 1911 for shooting fun. Let us know your doing and if you have any problems. Ole Dog
January 8, 2014
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Wow--thanks for the help guys. I am certainly the average Joe (literally) so I guess I better start with the Shootist's cleanup. At least I won't have any bluing to touch up ;-).
Joe
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December 4, 2012
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Welcome,
You have come to the right place, very knowledgeable people here. You'll learn alot. Can't wait to see some
January 22, 2008
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Welcome from the southeast (SC).
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February 28, 2009
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Welcome Joe. Don't do anything but clean it and then shoot it.
DW's rarely have failures. With the exception of the two I bought new in the '80's, the rest of my Dan's were all used. I cleaned every one and then took it to the range. All 13 of them shot beautifully the first time and every time since. These things are almost indestructable.
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February 22, 2014
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Welcome Joe from N TX. Your going to have a blast with the wheelers.
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March 27, 2009
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Joe, Welcome and know you are in hands! I am sure it won't be long that you are looking for more DW's (it seems we all do) Check out the side bars for some cool add ons from custom grips to make your Dan you to cool shrouds, sights, and tools to add something different! 
January 22, 2008
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Welcome to the forum! As for your comment about the Neos...
I have a Beretta Thomcat and a Neos 22 (don't laugh now),
My uncle gave me one and it's a good shooter and my wife loves it!
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