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March 9, 2023
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Just won this DW at auction. From reading posts and files here on the forum I surmise it's a 715 made 1984 or 85? Am I close? Ser # SD014223
I've got $940 in it shipped. From the pictures and seller's description it's mint condition. I think I did ok for a stainless model in it's condition?
DWF Supporters
July 12, 2020
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Very nice!!
I'm sure it won't be your last
Dans Club
December 7, 2020
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February 8, 2014
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You did VERY well in that purchase. It looks to be in very good condition.
Steve S.
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DWF Supporters
June 11, 2016
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As was already mentioned it will not be your last they are addictive.
March 9, 2023
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Steve S. said
You did VERY well in that purchase. It looks to be in very good condition.
I was hoping to hear that from someone with more experience than myself. There's not a whole lot of references out there on DW. I've been doing some searching of completed auctions to gain an idea on value. Even less on the stainless models, which is what I knew I wanted. I suppose finding extra barrel assemblies in ss will be a bit more of a challenge.
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July 12, 2020
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Steve
DW still sell assemblies for them, the roll mark is different but they are really nice pieces.
https://shop.cz-usa.com/dw-products/revolver/barrels-shrouds/357-magnum.html
February 16, 2016
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That is a great start !
March 9, 2023
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Thanks for the link 605Dart.
August 28, 2009
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It looks nice. The grip looks perfect and the metal looks great. Check the timing and if that's on you shouldn't have to do anything with it. The one thing that a lot of the the older SS guns need is a refresh of the bead blasting on the vent rib (and the top strap if you really feel ambitious). It's a simple process if it needs it and there is a thread in the Gunsmithing forum.
February 8, 2014
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I forgot to add that your first DW will lead to getting a serious case of 
. (Dan Wesson Aquisition Syndrome)
Steve
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Dans Club
March 25, 2013
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You have an especially beautiful grip. I suggest getting a Hogue or Pachmyer grip or a less perfect wood grip for shooting and save that one for Sunday go to church. Heck, get a grip for every day of the week and to coordinate with your outfit 😉. I have an extreme case of DWAS BTW.
March 9, 2023
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Ole Dog said
You have an especially beautiful grip. I suggest getting a Hogue or Pachmyer grip or a less perfect wood grip for shooting and save that one for Sunday go to church. Heck, get a grip for every day of the week and to coordinate with your outfit 😉. I have an extreme case of DWAS BTW.
That's a good idea. Hadn't thought of that.
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