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mikela
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Hi, I recently acquired a 22VH8 and was told it has never been fired(except at the factory). It came in a DW gun holder with original paper work and tools. My dilemma is whether or not I should shoot it or keep it the way it is. It is not my only DW, I also have a 15-2 in .357 with a 2 1/2, 6 and 8 inch barrels.I also had a .357 pistol pack which I regrettable sold.

What would you do? Thanks, Mike

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I second shooting it; while as an unfired gun , it has some collectable value, they haven't got the prize value of S&W's or Colts.  DW's have remained at a moderate price and will for the near future.  If it were a factory engraved set; that's a different story, they've become more collectable due to limited production.

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Shoot it!

What good is a fine wine if nobody ever takes a sip?

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Thanks for the responces guys, I just wasn't sure if it was worth leaving it in the unfired condition. I definitly bought it to shoot. Just hope it shoots as well as my other DW. Thanks again, Mike

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I hope so too!  The only DW's that ever got complaints were the 22's.  They're either as all the others; Tack drivers, or they shoot poorly.  If it doesn't shoot great the 1'st time; try other brands of ammo, for some reason many guns have a particular ammo that they perform best with.  As a handloader; I've used many powders and loads to find the best, unfortunately 22's aren't a reloadable item, but are cheap enough to shop around for the best for your gun.  Don't go for the match stuff; as usually it's not worth the extra price.

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I did not mention that this is a circa 1979 revolver, does that make a differance?

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1979 makes it sa Monson gun.  They are the better made of the older DW's, better finish and tighter tolerances.  My mod 40 is a Monson and I've been feeding it heavy handloads since 1992 and she still shoots great.

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