I mentioned that my 1st handgun was stolen and a lot of others have suffered the same fate. I have no use for thieves and I think most here share my sentiment
Your first Handgun. Do you still have it ?
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bigbillyboy
Buckeye
Yes we are . What fun would the forum be without stories , even when the topic strays a bitAnd we are on topic......how many times do we have to point out that Blume's first gun as per our thread, and still has it, per the thread, is called "Mabel" !!! We are still on topic......
Star43
Buckeye
That really sucks, but it gives you all the reason in the world to buy "another one". !!!!
brutus
Bearcat
My first handgun was a S&W model 19. Bought in 1974 and sorta still have it. My wife decided that was a perfect size for her to shoot so I get to clean and oil it for her. She does reload her own bullets though so life is great!
I've lost a couple of handguns that way. After years of berating my about my Glock 30 she glommed onto my 42 in a heartbeat. So, I just bought another.
Job security for me.......sorry did I drift?
Star43
Buckeye
You mean the "Drifters", that famous group from the 50's and 60's ??? Just Kidding !! Forget I even mentioned it !! ....How is it job security for you ??
carbonfibrebob
Single-Sixer
My first was an 8 & 3/8 Model 27 Smith. Sold it after I bought my first Ruger in '80, a shiny new Redhawk. No longer needed the little "pea shooter"
After the Navy I've made a living chasing bad guys......some here make you feel as if you are the bad guy for making it a living......
Star43
Buckeye
All I know is that the guys here all wish they had their guns back that were stolen, which sucks. I feel bad for those guys, but to me, it just gives one the perfect excuse to try to get one like it. It may not be possible, but try to find something you like to try to make up for what you lost...
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I still have my first handgun, a Ruger MK II, slabside. It is the one gun all my kids want when I keel over. They all learned to shoot a pistol with it, so it comes with lots of good memories. I have thought about buying a few more since I have four kids. Their second favorite is also a .22, a Smith and Wesson model 17.
redfernclan
Single-Sixer
I used to go down to the slew below the house I lived in every day after work and shoot a box of 50. At one point I may have actually clened out all of the Nutria. That only last about two months and they were back. They are an invasive species here so------no limit.That is a lot of rounds !!
bocash3
Bearcat
Thanks WT. Not only stole My Grandfather's gift when Papa died in 1963, but also physically and mentally abused me and my mother. The stepfather died an early death at age 48 from throat cancer in 1978. The Kit gun then went into his brother's vault in High Point NC where it sat until 2000. The brother died that year and his wife notified my mother who demanded that gun be returned to me.
Happy ending. I never thought I would see that piece again.
john guedry
Single-Sixer
In 1964 or 5 not married long got a deal I couldn't refuse"model"15 S&W. It is in my safe still. Not going any where.
My first handgun was a Star BKM. I bought it without checking it over. The previous owner did a kitchen table feeding ramp polish job and went overboard. When shot the fired brass looked pregnant. I sold it at a loss shortly after.
John D
Bearcat
My first was a Ruger Stainless 5.5 inch MK ll.
Star43
Buckeye
That's too bad about your BKM. It wasn't your fault. Even if you had checked it more, you still may have not noticed it. I would just call that experience a lesson in life......
First pistol I owned is a 1935 .22 Colt Police Positive Target that belonged to my grandfather, then inherited by my father and then inherited by me. Granddaddy made the box, shooting glasses and added the spacer to fit his hand better.
The first pistol I bought was an 1977 Interarms Virginia Dragoon .44 mag "Don't Tread on me" model bought for $200 from a friend in 1981 and came with soft case, extra pachmyar grips and a box of bullets. Still have them both.
The first pistol I bought was an 1977 Interarms Virginia Dragoon .44 mag "Don't Tread on me" model bought for $200 from a friend in 1981 and came with soft case, extra pachmyar grips and a box of bullets. Still have them both.
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Star43
Buckeye
Those Nutria get pretty big like the size of a fat cat, but it's a big rat, from what I hear. What was the biggest one you saw or shot ??
