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I'd guess most of you guys here are auto pistol guys. So am I. I started almost 4 decades ago with a K frame Smith, moved on to a single action auto pistol, then a double action auto pistol, and then back to a single action auto pistol, as circumstances and job required. I have several 1911A1's in various configurations that will forever be my "go-to" guns. One is never far away.

But...

Rooted around in my safe the other day and took out a couple of old K framers. Went out to the range and ran some "tactical" drills. Oh, my!
I have forgotten how much fun these guns can be and how well one can shoot them with a little remedial practice.

Boy did they feel good in my hands, and did they ever shoot!

Go home how and then. You'd be surprised how good if feels.


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I carry a 1911 for concealed carry but actually really enjoy shooting my N frames. They fit my hand better are accurate and really I'm a revolver guy. Don't have to tell me about going home, I'm usually on the front porch! thumb
 
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My go to all around gun is a semi custom 3 inch 19...just love it
 
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S&W's model 325 Night Guard in .45acp has piqued my interest.
Just something comforting about a big ole hunk of N frame in your hand.
 
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Rick,

I have an old SS Smith M657 that was one of a small lot done in the early 80's. Is a 3" round butt. Unusual for a .41 Mag. (I think Lew Horton commissioned the production run. Long ago memories.)

You may remember it ... I used it as a pick-up gun in several IPSC matches you may have shot.

Is this sorta what the M325 is like understanding that the 325 is a lightweight scandium framed pistol? Not sure I'd want to pull the trigger on a full .44 Mag load in one of those Wink

I use my big snubby as a carry gun during hunting season.


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Originally posted by TWL:
I'd guess most of you guys here are auto pistol guys. So am I. I started almost 4 decades ago with a K frame Smith, moved on to a single action auto pistol, then a double action auto pistol, and then back to a single action auto pistol, as circumstances and job required. I have several 1911A1's in various configurations that will forever be my "go-to" guns. One is never far away.

But...

Rooted around in my safe the other day and took out a couple of old K framers. Went out to the range and ran some "tactical" drills. Oh, my!
I have forgotten how much fun these guns can be and how well one can shoot them with a little remedial practice.

Boy did they feel good in my hands, and did they ever shoot!

Go home how and then. You'd be surprised how good if feels.
I have 2 bottom feeders , 5 wheel guns & 2 single shot encore pistols but still like the wheel guns!
 
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I carrried wheel guns for years on the job. If you can get it done with 5 or 6 rounds they are great guns. They are a joy to shoot ect. I still regularly carry one Right now I have my TI 41 mag on as my woods gun.
 
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Originally posted by mstarling:

Is this sorta what the M325 is like understanding that the 325 is a lightweight scandium framed pistol? Not sure I'd want to pull the trigger on a full .44 Mag load in one of those Wink.


Mike

The Night Guard guns are Scandium alloy and the 325 is a snubby .45 acp using moon clips. I believe my Mountain Gun is as light as I personally want in a .44 Smiler
 
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There are some times when a revolver is superior to a semi auto.

One, when you are in contact with the bad guy...

Another, durring a hostage rescue,when you are in contact with the bad guy...

IE., any time you will be grappling with the bad guy, a revolver is to be prefered.


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I have found the 325 NG to be very controlable with factory 185 and 230gr 45 ACP ammo.

Including one handed shooting, from less than ideal positions.


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I keep coming back to a Smith Mod. 60, .357 with a bobbed hammer. Never has jammed, never have run out of ammo.
 
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