Swamp Yankee
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Those who have read my previous posts know Dan Wesson Revolvers is one of, if not my favorite topic.
Have accumulated several Dan Wessons over the years current inventory includes a couple of .44 Mags blue and stainless, a Model 22 with a couple of barrels, a Model 15 and a Model 715. The Model 715 was tuned by Daniel B. himself and returned to me a couple of weeks prior to his passing. It is my most cherished firearm of any type. Still looking for the Holy Grail, an original Monson Mass. .357 Maximum.
Dan Wessons never achieved the following or glamour heeped upon Colt and S&W and therefore their following is limited to a small but loyal group. DW's are as strong or stronger than their competitors. Their accuracy is unquestioned and proven many times over on the IHMSA circuit. Some people don't care for the quick action. Admittedly it takes a little getting used to. The Dan Wesson action can be made as smooth as any other providing the smith doing the work knows Dan Wessons. If you can find one of the old Monson Mass guns they were as slick as they come, right out of the box. Lawyers changed all that in the early eighties. The hardest part about getting someone to fall in love with a Dan Wesson revolver is convincing them that the beauty sitting in the gunshop's used case and priced $70 to $100 less than the comparable used S&W is a bargain. Once they shoot 'em they're hooked.
Will close with something I usually don't get involved with and that's the sellout of other revolver manufacturers and Dan Wessons position in the market. The new ownership is 100% pro 2nd, and is committed to building fine firearms in this increasingly anti-gun environment. Call and talk to them you'll see. We need to support them in their efforts buy purchasing their products. Every firearm purchased from Dan Wesson strengthens their position and sends the message to the other manufacturers that you're not pleased with that which they have done. I have seen several posts in the past discussing the financial stability of the company. The surest way to keep it afloat is to support it.
Off my soap box.
Take Care
Have accumulated several Dan Wessons over the years current inventory includes a couple of .44 Mags blue and stainless, a Model 22 with a couple of barrels, a Model 15 and a Model 715. The Model 715 was tuned by Daniel B. himself and returned to me a couple of weeks prior to his passing. It is my most cherished firearm of any type. Still looking for the Holy Grail, an original Monson Mass. .357 Maximum.
Dan Wessons never achieved the following or glamour heeped upon Colt and S&W and therefore their following is limited to a small but loyal group. DW's are as strong or stronger than their competitors. Their accuracy is unquestioned and proven many times over on the IHMSA circuit. Some people don't care for the quick action. Admittedly it takes a little getting used to. The Dan Wesson action can be made as smooth as any other providing the smith doing the work knows Dan Wessons. If you can find one of the old Monson Mass guns they were as slick as they come, right out of the box. Lawyers changed all that in the early eighties. The hardest part about getting someone to fall in love with a Dan Wesson revolver is convincing them that the beauty sitting in the gunshop's used case and priced $70 to $100 less than the comparable used S&W is a bargain. Once they shoot 'em they're hooked.
Will close with something I usually don't get involved with and that's the sellout of other revolver manufacturers and Dan Wessons position in the market. The new ownership is 100% pro 2nd, and is committed to building fine firearms in this increasingly anti-gun environment. Call and talk to them you'll see. We need to support them in their efforts buy purchasing their products. Every firearm purchased from Dan Wesson strengthens their position and sends the message to the other manufacturers that you're not pleased with that which they have done. I have seen several posts in the past discussing the financial stability of the company. The surest way to keep it afloat is to support it.
Off my soap box.
Take Care