I purchased my first Dan Wesson model 15 in 1978 from a gun store in Pittsburgh where I lived at the time. I badly wanted the pistol pack, but could not afford it, so I ended up with the standard 6" for $149. Immediately, I bought a zebra wood grip to replace the standard one, only firing 3 boxes of shells through the gun its entire life. I kept it until just a couple years ago, when it was stolen from my house, locked in a safe. I have since purchased several guns, mostly S&W, but really missed that model 15. Shooting at a local range last year with my niece, the store next door had a model 15 under consignment. It also was the basic 6", with a combat grip, also made in Monson Mass, but with a much lower serial #. It was in great condition. Not having enough money with me, I suggested a trade with my 629 S&W. He got the better deal but I wanted that gun. I took it home, cleaned it and switched grips with my original from 1978. Perfect! Last weekend, I went to a large gun show, when something caught my eye, a Dan Wesson 15 with a 8"vented barrel. 

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