Comments on: Gun Review: Smith & Wesson Model 19 Classic Revolver

By: William Bell

William Bell — Sun, 16 Mar 2025 02:26:16 +0000

In reply to Jeffro. See the April 2025 issue of GUNS magazine for my article on the Colt Viper.

By: William Bell

William Bell — Sun, 16 Mar 2025 02:22:17 +0000

I pitted my Model 19 Classic against a 1966-era Model 19. Shooting .38 Special wadcutter cartridges, the new Model 19 came out the winner.

By: Pioneer461

Pioneer461 — Fri, 07 Mar 2025 17:21:40 +0000

I carried my beloved Model 19 as a city police officer from 1971 until 1986 when I transitioned to a S&W semiauto “wonder-nine.” My Combat Magnum is a 4-inch barrel and recessed chambers. As my police career continued, I eventually moved on to a S&W 4006 in the mid 90’s. Retired in 2001, I still have my “19” now a family heirloom. Oh, yes, my “19” new in box in 1971; $125.00. It served me well in patrol and competition.

By: Jeffro

Jeffro — Thu, 06 Mar 2025 23:32:09 +0000

In reply to jwtaylor. That is approaching next level awesome!

By: jwtaylor

jwtaylor — Thu, 06 Mar 2025 19:52:51 +0000

In reply to Jeffro. Already ordered one.

By: jwm

jwm — Thu, 06 Mar 2025 17:54:09 +0000

In reply to jwtaylor. My first 9 was a P89. People talk about Glocks being Bricks. They haven't a clue.

By: jwm

jwm — Thu, 06 Mar 2025 17:52:02 +0000

In reply to I Haz A Question. I love my gp-100. But it is a handful. The K frames and the older Ruger Sixes were more manageable. Easier to carry.

By: Jeffro

Jeffro — Thu, 06 Mar 2025 17:16:19 +0000

If you could, please write a review of the new Colt Viper. I’m not a big fan of Colt double action revolvers, usually. There is, however, something about this one that has begun to speak to me.
Would love to be able to purchase one to review and shoot the snot out of myself, but I can’t afford to buy a lemon.

By: jwtaylor

jwtaylor — Thu, 06 Mar 2025 15:50:00 +0000

In reply to Chris T in KY. My first EDC was a P90. After that everything is lightweight.

By: jwtaylor

jwtaylor — Thu, 06 Mar 2025 15:48:18 +0000

In reply to Just Sayin (OG). Property and Casualty. I do some instructor liability but only as a part of a larger package. I'm geared up mostly for mid-size and larger companies.