Plastic Exorcism

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A firearm should be made of real steel, not plastic. The only acceptable application for rubber or plastic is for grips, and that should be held to a minimum.

In an effort to offset the demonizing influence of the evil plastic-pistoleers, here are some photos of real handguns. Also, a handgun should have a cylinder. The only exceptions are 1911A1 style and Ruger .22 Autos.

Just kidding, of course, but the Gxxck ain't for me.

S&W Mountain Gun .45 Colt

Ruger Old Model Blackhawk .45 Colt I bought it in 1973.

Colt Python .357 Mag. Nickel Plated

Finally, probably my favorite gun for the last ten years or so:
S&W Model 63 Kit Gun .22lr

My carry guns are a couple of old S&W Chief's Specials, and sometimes a 1911A1 if I expect serious social upheavels. I can't show you pictures of them. They're concealed.

Show me some more serious steel.

 

[RoyJackson]

Boy, beautiful revolvers!

The Mountain Gun is on my wish list...ever since I read a review in Gun Tests a few years ago. I lusted for one in .45ACP though.

I tried a 1911 for carry, both SOB and shoulder holster. The gun was an Auto Ordinance. Just wasn't a comfortable gun to carry...not for me, anyway. The Auto Ordinance was my first 1911...long gone now, but I did pick up two Colts over the years, a Series 70 and Series 80.

The Glocks are, IMHO, the toughest gun around. Also, they're light and extremely easy to take down for cleaning. Another thing I like is they're quite smooth (dehorned, if you will...).

But for good looks, there's nothing like a big ol' S&W or Colt revolver!

Thanks for the pics!

 

[Slacker]

OK, here are a few steel and walnut types:
Colt Anaconda 44 mag:

S&W 17-5 22lr:

Taurus 22 WMR pump:

Marlin 336 w/scount scope"

I do have to agree with Mr. Jackson about the Glocks being a great weapon.
They are a utility weapon, simple with no frills. If thats what you need then they fit the bill 100%. If you're looking for a shiney weapon with pretty wood then look elsewhere. Edited to add: Beautiful Python!

 

[Bubba Tex]

Here are a few of my prized possesions.
The revolver was my dad's carry weapon, the Autoloader is just for plinkin' and varmit control, the singleshot will someday put meat on the table.
When do we get to talk long guns and scatterguns?

 

[GaryM]

Some good guns don't have cylinders:

 

[RoyJackson]

"I do have to agree with Mr. Jackson about the Glocks being a great weapon.
They are a utility weapon, simple with no frills. If thats what you need then they fit the bill 100%. "

A perfect description of a Glock.

 

[familyman]

Wood, and steel...and brass!

 

[N80]

As I've said before in these 'show us your guns' posts: I have no guns to show. Why would a nice quiet law abiding citizen like myself have any guns?

 

[Bubba Tex]

As I've said before in these 'show us your guns' posts: I have no guns to show. Why would a nice quiet law abiding citizen like myself have any guns?

N80,

Are you implying that because I own guns I am not a, "nice quiet law abiding citizen" (sic)? Because I would have to disagree with you. All of my guns are legally owned and I have never, nor do I ever plan on using one for illegal purposes. However, if some rude, loud, scofflaw ever threatens my family or myself, I will have the means to defend myself and my family. I also have the means to put food on my table, control pests, and to participate in wholesome family activities.

Now don't get me wrong, I respect your right to express your opinion on firearms, I served in the armed forces for over 21 years to ensure you have that right. I also served to ensure that I have the right to own firearms.

For those of you out there who own guns, or who just support the right to own them, educate yourselves and get involved. There is a growing, vocal group out there who think that we should not have this right, and are working to change the fabric of America. They are the same ones who want to socialize medicine, restrict my right to breed my dog, and tax my salary more and more so others don't need to have one.

 

[Kendall69]

Why would a nice quiet law abiding citizen like myself have any guns?

Why???, So when the drug crazed, psycho, hopped up on crack, comes and breaks down your door in the middle of the night, and decides he wants what you have.....you can persuade him not to pollute your "ora"