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October 5, 2013
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I'm afraid a DW spending spree has just started again.  I was actually shopping for a 715 when I saw the listing for this model 22.  The guy described it as a great shape gun with an low serial number.  The pictures looked good so we talked and I took a chance.  I couldn't be much happier about how the gun looks.  I couldn't find a speck of rust.  It does have some "love marks" but overall it's in great shape.  Based on the serial number registry I believe that this pistol was built in 1978.  It'll be a perfect companion for my 44.  I didn't realize it until this gun showed up but this is the third DW that I've had with a four thousand series serial number.  Must be fate right 
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http://i244.photobucket.com/albums/gg12/ernmere/Gun%20Stuff/DSC_4424.jpg
If I had to guess I would say that the 4" barrel was the original with the 8" being purchased later.  I really like how the 8" handles.  I cannot believe how HUGE the target grips were.  They are much larger than what I have on my model 44.
There were however a few issues that need addressing.  The bore of the 8" barrel was rusty.  Rust actually dumped out of the tube when I pulled a patch through it.  After a good scrubbing it did polish up but there was still a decent amount of pitting.  Wierdest thing, there isn't a speck of rust anywhere else on this gun.  I tore it completely apart to verify!!  I've already put myself on the list to be notified when EWK has them in stock again.  Second, the rear sight was wobbly.  I saw the thread on fire sights here so I installed a set and they work great.  No pictures of that configuration yet.
Overall I'm happy.  What's life without a project to work on. ÂÂ
August 29, 2009
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Looks like a nice one.  The pic came out nice also....put it in the calendar contest.
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April 20, 2010
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Very nice, I agree that would be a good calendar entry.
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"The lion and the tiger may be more powerful, but the Wolf does not perform in the circus"
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March 25, 2013
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I notice that DW target grips were oversize in the early years. I think people were larger then. Seriously, I think thinking was that oversize grips were better for target shooting. As calibers got larger I think holding on, getting your hand around the grip became more important IMHO.
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January 24, 2009
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IMO, regarding the many grip sizes available, I think DW was trying to make it so there was that "just right" grip for everyone. I have large hands & tend to favor larger grips. The smaller narrow ones in my collection usually never go the range unless I am taking a family member who I know has small hands.
Geddy, congrats on your latest acquisition, it looks like a beauty!
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