Years ago (probably close to 3 decades ago) I acquired a brand new SP101 in a trade deal. I immediately noticed that the grip screw was too long and protruded threw the nut on the other side of the grip. It was enough that I could feel it while gripping the gun normally. At this point it was mildly aggravating. I took it to the range, and the first time I fired it, the screw put a pretty good gouge in my hand! I know I could have shortened the screw myself, but I was so aggravated that I sold the gun the next day. I have other Ruger revolvers, and I love them, but I never looked back as far as the SP101 goes.....until now. Everywhere I look, I see nothing but love for the SP101. Am I missing out? Do I need to give the SP101 a second chance?