Please show off you're .32's

[NoZombies]

I'm playing with ways to take better gun photos, and I thought I would start with a couple of my .32's. I have others, but these two were handy when I was at the shop the other day.

Please post your .32 photos here, and tell us about the guns. I'll add some more when I have the chance as well.

The first one is a Rossi Model 239. Very few of these were made, this one made it from Brazil to Canada, and then to the US. It's chambered for .32 S&W long, and has proven to be exceptionally accurate with loads that it likes, but very finicky about what it likes. It's showing promise with the 31133, and that's good news for this as a small game gun.

http://nozombies.com/cast/32/1.jpg

The second gun as a Taurus model 741 stainless in .32 H&R mag. This one was made in '92. I've got some brass for the mag now, but I still haven't loaded any, so the gun has only seen .32 long loads. This is one of the least picky guns I've shot, it shoots everything well at every velocity. It finds it's way with me most every time I'm able to find my way to the woods. My normal load for it is a lyman 313631 over a load of 2.0 grains of tite-group in a 32 long case.


http://nozombies.com/cast/32/2.jpg

[BCall]

Gosh, I still love that Rossi. You ever want to part with it, let me know. Here are 4 of mine. Nothing special. Ruger Buckeye 32, NEF R93 snubbie 32 Mag, H&R 732 4" 32 Long, and a Taurus 32 Mag that I think is an early 741 but it isn't marked. Pic isn't very good, just something I took recently. Love the Ruger and Taurus, but the throats are so much larger on the taurus that I gotta size differently for each one. Been shooting Ranchdog's 115 gr 32 mostly, but am working on my NOE 32 Keith HP now.

http://i258.photobucket.com/albums/hh259/blcall/SN851723.jpg

[NoZombies]

BCall,

That's a nice little collection!

I think the Taurus you have is a model 76 or 761 actually. One was the magnum, one the .32 long, but I can't recall which was which. It's about the same as a K-frame right? The 741 that I have is more J-frame sized. I've been on the lookout for one of the tauruses like yours for a while, no luck yet though.

[HammerMTB]

This is the only .32 in my collection. It is an early Colt 1903. It has some provenance within the family so it will never leave the home, but a .32 ACP seems d@mn near worthless as a firearm anyway. It'd make a puny hammer, but not much more. I took it out to the pit and shot it a bit, and bullets would bounce off a 5 gallon plastic bucket if it hit off to the side.
http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w15/HammerMTB/Guns/DSCN2524.jpg

[7x57]

This is my only one, a 32-20 S&W Model 1905. A neat little gun.

http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n212/msj348/swhs002.jpg

[45nut]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/1003/45nut/revolvers/WebP0001336.jpg

[Larry Gibson]

I've gone through numerous S&W K frame .32s and when I picked up the Ruger SS .32 H&R Magnum I didn't care for the larger K frames. Kept the M31 J frame and a 10" Contender barrel. Both the Ruger and S&W are excellent "trail guns" for plinking and small game. Many a cow pie and ground squirrel has fallen to both along with an occasional grouse or brush bunny for the pot. The Contender barrel is amazingly accurate.

Larry Gibson

[NoZombies]

You guys are posting some really nice guns! Wayne, if you come across another K-32, let me know!

[Rusty W]

Here's a couple baby Vaq's in 32mag. & a 327 blackhawk. I like the 32's a lot, handload mild to wild. Just wish I had more time to shoot them.
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj51/RWoolever/32%20mag%20Single%20Sixes/2sixs457122044.jpghttp://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj51/RWoolever/327%20Blackhawk/01-15-11_1615.jpg

[Markbo]

Ruger New Model Single Six in .32 H&R built by Alan Harton of Single Action Service in Houston
http://i116.photobucket.com/albums/o10/Markbo_photos/Handguns/Revolvers/32HR1.jpg
http://i116.photobucket.com/albums/o10/Markbo_photos/Handguns/Revolvers/32HR4.jpg

Bird's Head gripframe. Grips since changed to custom black micarta. Bisley hammer, Belt Mountain base pin, Smith & Wesson rear sight, Harton built front sight with brass bead. Complete action, trigger and accuracy job. Like every gun I have seen Alan work over it has a trigger that will bring a tear to your eye and is an absolute tack driver and a joy to carry all day in the field carried in an A.E. Nelson crossdraw rig with thumb break:

http://i116.photobucket.com/albums/o10/Markbo_photos/Handguns/Revolvers/Birdsheadleather2.jpg

[9.3X62AL]

Gotta make some photos of the Mid-Caliber Gunsafe Cotillion.

Don't sell the 32 ACP short as a field caliber for small game and varmints. The caliber is a darn sight more accurate than any 380 ACP, and a good example like my Walther PP (1965) will drive tacks. The sights on those 1903 Colts are pretty primitive, but if they can be mastered the pistols can hit very well.

[EMC45]

Mine

http://i298.photobucket.com/albums/mm243/Evansguns/100_3673.jpg

[EMC45]

I ran near 100 rounds through the 3in. nickle Model 30 the other night and it did great!

[NoZombies]

These guns look great!

Markbo, that is a super looking single six. I'm sure it's a great gun in the woods!

[drklynoon]

Here's my .32 H&R Mag. I see that she is not as rare as I previously thought. I also have a smith top break in .32 short but I don't have a pic of it right now.
34621

[Dale53]

I, too, am a .32 fan. Here's a couple of mine:

This is an S&W 16-4 (6") .32 H&R Mag with a Red Dot sight:

http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj80/Dale53/4DalesPistolsRevolversSelects-3322.jpg

This is a Ruger SP 101 .32 H&R mag (4") with a Red Dot sight:

http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj80/Dale53/DalesPistolsRevolvers5Selects-0261.jpg

And finally, this is an S&W Model 631 (4") .32 H&R Mag

http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj80/Dale53/DalesPistolsRevolvers4Selects-0330.jpg

I shoot them all and have enjoyed them for many trips in the field as well as to the range.

Dale53

[Artful]

http://img185.imageshack.us/img185/5517/dsc05833wg9.jpg
Cute litte I frame looks good enough to eat

[NoZombies]

Dale, That model 16-4 is making me drool a little bit!

I shot a couple of the .32's yesterday, and it does look like the Rossi is liking that 31133. It drops at 108 grains and .313 with my alloy. lubed in a .313 sizing die it just kisses the die as it takes it's lube. The rossi shot it into 2" hand held at 20 yards in an indoor range that was so dark I could barely see my sights. That's somewhat better than I can shoot, so I tried it again, and it did the same. Color me happy with that gun and that bullet. :)

[NoZombies]

Another of the "cheapie" .32's


http://nozombies.com/cast/32/3.jpg

[dbldblu]

S&W 1 1/2 in 32 S&W. Original nickle finish is about 95%. It looks unfired to me.

[Marvin S]

Here's my 32 hand guns.

[Dale53]

NoZombies;
I am a big fan of the 16-4. I looked for an affordable original Model 16 for many years. I was always behind the curve regarding prices. There really weren't many of the .32's made.

I swore that when the dbl action .32 H&R's hit the street I would have one. Well, in just a matter of months, I had two (the two Smith's pictured here). I have never been sorry, either. Both have exceeded my expectations.

Dale53

[NoZombies]

Dale, It has become my habit, nay, even doctrine, to buy any .32 that I can afford, that becomes available at a reasonable price considering the market. One day, I'll stumble onto a model 16 in a pawn shop for $300, but until then, I'll be tempted to sell stuff off, anytime I see a model 16-4 for $900...

This little .32 holds a fair deal of significance for me. In my lifetime, it was the only gun my Father ever owned, it was the first gun I ever saw, the first .32 I ever shot, and the first gun I ever reloaded for. I was using hornady swaged balls and black powder. After poking the primers out with a ground down nail, and recapping by pounding the case onto a primer with a dowel inside the case, I filled them to the brim with black powder, and pushed a .315 RB onto the mouth. A little crisco on top, and I was ready to go! (I know crisco isn't great, but I was 11)

I got the gun and the pocket watch after my dad passed, the stiletto and Monte Cristo #4 (Habana) are my additions. I wish I could have found my fedora for the photo...


http://nozombies.com/cast/32/4.jpg

[Dale53]

I consider myself very fortunate. My father was a bonafide "gunny" and passed that on to me. I was just grown when he died at age 49 (I was 23) and I miss him still (it's been over fifty years). He bought me my first gun for my ninth Christmas - a Savage 22/.410 over/under. I took many a squirrel, rabbit, and crow along with a ground hog or two with that rifle/shotgun. It started my life long passion with guns.

Here's to good fathers everywhere!:drinks:

Dale53

[StrawHat]

...Here's to good fathers everywhere!:drinks:

Dale53

Amen to that!

[jwp475]

An old S&W chambered in 32 WCF (32-20) along with a Ruger Sp 101 in 357


http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d62/jwp475/32-20CoverGirl010.jpg

[NoZombies]

Here's to good fathers everywhere!:drinks:


Cheers to that!

My dad was a great Father, just not much of a gun guy. He talked about really loving the M-1 carbine he had as a teenager though. I never did find one for sale cheaply enough while he was alive to give him one. I was looking, but he passed suddenly, and I thought I'd have a lot more years with him. I can't say that it's a regret, but it's something I wish I had done, anyways. I ended up getting one for myself though, and a while back, I went shooting and took the M1 Carbine, and the little smith .32 top break, and I had a heck of a nostalgic time, thinking about Dad.

It turns out my Grand-dad wasn't much of a gun guy either. He also only owned two guns in his life, A luger that he brought back from WWII and the little smith that he gave to my dad when, before I was born, my parent's moved to a "less safe" part of town. The luger was supposed to come my way via my father when my Grand-dad passed, but it "couldn't be found" when my step grandmother "looked for it." No doubt it ended up in hock someplace. At least I have the one .32 from the family, and that means a lot to me.

Well, back on Topic, Here's another smith .32. It's an I-frame, and the astute among you will note that the grips are a little too long for it, and the extra astute will note that there's no grips screw. There are pins in front of the grip strap designed to keep it together, and when it didn't come with the right screw, I test fitted them, and found they fit tight. It's been shot probably 1000 rounds without the screw, and they haven't loosened a bit. I don't know who made the holster, but it's a neat piece that came from an old gun-store "junk box" for $2. it's marked ".32 3-1/4" which fits the I-frame description perfectly, just as it fits the pistol.

I'm running out of .32's to show!


http://nozombies.com/cast/32/5.jpg

[crazy mark]

Here is all my 32's except my wife's Pink Lady in 32 Mag. See if you can guess all the manufacturers and calibers. Hint one is a 32mag/32-20 convt.

[NoZombies]

That's a heck of a collection there Crazy Mark!

[crazy mark]

Never met a 32 I didn't like. so far. Still looking for a fair priced 32-20 or 32 Mag lever gun. Everybody wants an arm and 2 legs.

[dougader]

Here's another Alan Harton 32. I had a Montado 45 Colt made up the same way.

Cut bbl to 3.75", add crescent ERH, action tune, Bisley hammer, free spin pawl, S&W adjustable rear sight, custom front sight base and patridge type front sight blade. It shoots real nice with just about anything I load up for it.

http://steelheader.smugmug.com/photos/i-g5mmmCT/0/L/i-g5mmmCT-L.jpg

http://steelheader.smugmug.com/photos/i-RgRBGfQ/1/L/i-RgRBGfQ-L.jpg

[EMC45]

WOW!!!! Some really sweet looking .32s here!

[EMC45]

Here is all my 32's except my wife's Pink Lady in 32 Mag. See if you can guess all the manufacturers and calibers. Hint one is a 32mag/32-20 convt.

I see a few Smiths, Rugers, H&Rs Zastava, MAB .32 French Long, Kel Tec, a Colt.

[405]

Here's my ca 1902 Colt 4 3/4" SAA in 32-20. What a pleasant package to handle, load for and shoot.

[crazy mark]

I see a few Smiths, Rugers, H&Rs Zastava, MAB .32 French Long, Kel Tec, a Colt.

Actually no Colt and one CZ. Didn't figure anybody would guess the Crvena Zastava. There is also a Llama.

[Jack Stanley]

Here's to good fathers everywhere!:drinks:

Dale53[/QUOTE]

Hear ! hear ! After spending an all expense paid three year trip in the south pacific , Dad wasn't much for guns . His Dad's guns went to cousins and I never got a chance to even see them . I spent a small sum of the inheritance he left me and bought a Browning model 53 to remember him by . I still do remember him every time I pick it up .

My Dad passed away two months ago and the estate is being used for my Mothers care . The only gun I ever knew Dad to carry was a Thompson sub gun but I don't think I can afford one of those . Maybe I should give some thought to a gun in memory of Dad ........... That 631 sure looks nice .

Jack

[Buddy]

I'm fortunate, my father is 85yrs old. I shoot with him every chance I get which is quite often. He can still shoot his handguns very well. Last week he was showing off, knocking the cap off a Coke bottle @ 25yds. with his Ruger MkII. He called the shot God bless him.

[StrawHat]

This is an older S&W M&P chambered for the 32 WCF. It came from my Pop and was the first revolver I remember shooting. Back then, it had a chopped barrel about 2 or 3 inches (just in front of the ejector lug). Today it wears a 6 1/2" barrel and is a lot of fun to take out.

http://i214.photobucket.com/albums/cc194/StrawHat/PopsSW32WCF002.jpg

Here is another M&P in 32 WCF, this one is a bit over polished from a reblue and wears a 5" barrel.

http://i214.photobucket.com/albums/cc194/StrawHat/SWMP32WCF002.jpg

Both are a decent woods revolver and I like the cartridge, even if it is a bit loud.

[Shooter6br]

32 Mag SP101 and a Blackhawk 32mag/327 Fed.

[NoZombies]

You guys are driving me nuts with your ruger's and K32's. I've been on the hunt for a K-32 for a while, and I have a Ruger waiting for me at the local shop, I just haven't had time to go pick it up... I need to try to do that soon...

Those Alan Horton Ruger's look awesome!

The old S&W M&P 32-20's are really cool. I had one, and ended up selling it off to keep from loading another cartridge, but I keep thinking maybe that was a mistake.

[StrawHat]

You guys are driving me nuts ...

The old S&W M&P 32-20's are really cool. I had one, and ended up selling it off to keep from loading another cartridge, but I keep thinking maybe that was a mistake.


I hear that it isn't much of a drive, more like a long putt.

Yes, selling an old 32 WCF can be considered a mistake. However, it is one that is rectifiable and should be corrected ASAP. There are still a few of them available and once you experience the old long action of the S&W revovler, there is no turning back! The cartridge itself is not too bad to load for. You already have molds? The only thing you need are casings and dies. See?? That was easy.

[shooterg]

Old and ugly , but shoots great !

[NoZombies]

The 4-1/4" I-frame is the only size I haven't had, I've had several of the 3-1/4" and 6" versions, but never have found one of the 4-1/4" ones for whatever reason.

The 6" versions look kind of funny.

I've gone to putting J-frame grips on a lot of the I-frames I get, they're a little long, and the locating pin hole needs redrilled, but otherwise, they work great. I get the "target type" that cover up a lot of the grip frame, and they do a lot to modernize the feel of the guns.

[Rodfac]

This S&W 4th model Hand Ejector in .32-20 would be my favorite. Built in 1938, it's just about 100% condition...and yep...the serial number is penciled inside the stocks. Lyman's 311008, cast from W-W, sized to 0.312", and pushed along by 4.4 gr of Winchester 231, will do an inch and a quarter at 25 yds. if I'm having a good day with my glasses. That white dot evident in the picture marks one chamber that occasionally throws one out...1/2" from the rest....but not always...go figger.

Best Regards, Rod

http://i261.photobucket.com/albums/ii64/Rodfac/Handguns/P5031391.jpg

[Jack Stanley]

Rodfac , that is one seriously beautiful revolver :shock:

Jack

[NoZombies]

Yeah, there are some Very nice revolvers (and a few autos) in this thread!

[Fugowii]

A neat little S&W 432PD w/CT grips - no pic on the SP101 327 just yet

http://i73.photobucket.com/albums/i227/BP_2006/07_25_2007008a.jpg

[NoZombies]

I hear that it isn't much of a drive, more like a long putt.

Yes, selling an old 32 WCF can be considered a mistake. However, it is one that is rectifiable and should be corrected ASAP. There are still a few of them available and once you experience the old long action of the S&W revovler, there is no turning back! The cartridge itself is not too bad to load for. You already have molds? The only thing you need are casings and dies. See?? That was easy.

I admit, when it comes to the .32's it isn't hard to classify me as a little crazy.

Here's about the last of my .32 handguns for now, who knows when I might find another...

http://nozombies.com/cast/32/6.jpg

[Wheeler]

I'm new to the forum. I thought I would introduce myself with a picture of a couple of my .32's

S&W 1903 HE
http://i600.photobucket.com/albums/tt86/Wheeler686/S%20and%20W/100_0009.jpg

S&W Model 16-4
http://i600.photobucket.com/albums/tt86/Wheeler686/S%20and%20W/100_0995.jpg

[xringdave]

Have a fixed sight 32 mag. ruger bisley and a new buckeye special in 32/20 and 32 mag.

[NoZombies]

I'm new to the forum. I thought I would introduce myself with a picture of a couple of my .32's


Welcome to the forum, and those are some durn nice guns!

[StrawHat]

I'm new to the forum. I thought I would introduce myself with a picture of a couple of my .32's

S&W 1903 HE
http://i600.photobucket.com/albums/tt86/Wheeler686/S%20and%20W/100_0009.jpg

S&W Model 16-4
http://i600.photobucket.com/albums/tt86/Wheeler686/S%20and%20W/100_0995.jpg


This guy makes one post and already, I'm envious! Nice revolvers!

Oh, welcome to the madness. Pull up a chair, grab some coffee and leave those revolvers at my house.

[dougader]

I figured I'd take a very amatuerish photo of the whole 32 tribe. I like the 32's about as much as I like 45's.

Starting at 1:00, going clockwise:
1) Ruger SP101 327 Federal, 3" barrel
2) Alan Harton/Custom Ruger 32 HRM, 3-3/4" barrel
3) Ruger Single Six "Vaquerito" 32 HRM (the base gun for #2 above) 4-5/8" barrel
4) Ruger Bisley Single Six 32 HRM, with fixed rear sight/target front. Unfired with box and shipper, 6-1/2" barrel
5) Ruger Single Six 32 HRM, 4-5/8" barrel with custom walnut grips from CLC
6) S&W 431, 32 HRM, 1-7/8" barrel.

http://steelheader.smugmug.com/photos/i-KsfXcCp/0/M/i-KsfXcCp-M.jpg (http://steelheader.smugmug.com/Fana/32s/18716133_Gm2z8h#1447957841_KsfXcCp-A-LB)

The toes are left in purposely.... kind of an inside joke with some on other forums.

[NoZombies]

I keep seeing the Alan Horton SSM's and thinking to myself how nice they look.

[wallenba]

Oh geeez! I don't own any 32's. Now you guys have done it. I'm gonna itch for one now til I get one. Gun$ Mold$ Dies$ Brass$ Sizers$ Punch$ Gas Checks $.....

[Jack Stanley]

Oh geeez! I don't own any 32's. Now you guys have done it. I'm gonna itch for one now til I get one. Gun$ Mold$ Dies$ Brass$ Sizers$ Punch$ Gas Checks $.....

And you thought you had friends here eh Dutch ?? [smilie=s:[smilie=l:

They will spend ya broke !!! (but you'll be broke with a smile on your face )

Jack

[NoZombies]

Oh geeez! I don't own any 32's. Now you guys have done it. I'm gonna itch for one now til I get one. Gun$ Mold$ Dies$ Brass$ Sizers$ Punch$ Gas Checks $.....

Lets be honest, that list will be more like "Guns $$ Molds $$ Dies$ Brass$ Sizers$ Punch$ Gas Checks$

Don't forget the matching long gun to go with the pistol, the one holy grail .32 (whatever that turns out to be for you) etc.

We're enablers here, expect no help [smilie=l:

[Wheeler]

Speaking of .32 long guns, what are the options other than the Winchester 94's and Rossi 92's? I'm thinking specifically of a .32 Mag.

Wheeler

[NoZombies]

Marlin has made 2 short runs of their lever guns in 32 magnum, and you might find a contender barrel someplace, but other than that, any long gun will pretty much be a custom proposition, as far as I know.

[Markbo]

The toes are left in purposely.... kind of an inside joke with some on other forums.

No Spiderman undies to show?

[subsonic]

So what are the odds of a fellow ever acquiring a 32 Bisley? I've been looking for either a .22 or .32 for a decent price for a while. I see the .22s going for more than I want to spend. I do not even see the .32s.

[Markbo]

Easy... get whatever version of the 32 you want and add a Bisley grip frame. I have a Bisley .22 Single Six so I know they are available.

[NoZombies]

I'm looking for the grip frame and hammer for mine now.

[NoZombies]

In case any fans of the .32 missed the Group buy, we're running a NOE group buy for a 115 grain Keith style SWC. The post can be found here (http://castboolits.gunloads.com/showthread.php?t=124375)

[imashooter2]

A Walther PP. 1930 manufacture, 2nd year of production...

http://imashooter2.com/pictures/walther-760.jpg

I also have a Charter Arms Undercoverette. Unfortunately, no pics.

[Combat Diver]

Crazy Mark,

I like the wood grips on your CZ 50. I've owned 4 of those pistols at one time while in Germany. Have owned also a Mauser 1914 and Beretta Tomcat 3032 all in .32 ACP/7.65x17. Here's a few pics of a cz50 and Browning/FN 1900 copy found in Iraq.

http://www.hunt101.com/data/500/medium/FN_1900_and_CZ_50_reverse.JPG
http://www.hunt101.com/data/500/medium/FN_1900_and_CZ_50.JPG


CD

[Uncle45Auto]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v192/45Auto/GermanGuns/DSC060622.jpg
A .32 Mauser w/Kriegsmarine markings.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v192/45Auto/WebleysEtc/DSC00118.jpg
Lower, .32 Webley (Please disregard the .450 Pryse because it is clearly off topic)

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v192/45Auto/HandR/DSC067452.jpg
An H&R 6 shot .32

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v192/45Auto/HandR/DSC067492.jpg
H&R M1880 six shot .32

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v192/45Auto/WWII%20items/Mvc-024x.jpg

Sauer Model 38H in .32 along with some other WWII stuff.

[Wheeler]

Now I'm jealous! Nice collection of memorabilia!

[dougader]

I really like these old S&W 32's. I've been looking at them for about 4 years, but haven't pulled the trigger on one yet...



Old and ugly , but shoots great !

[Markbo]

Now I'm jealous! Nice collection of memorabilia!

And great photography!

[C A Plater]

I've got just one .32. This nice little Uberti SA with two cylinders. One in .32-20 and the other .32 H&R.

http://tcbunch.com/kiosk/uberti32-sm.jpg

[Wheeler]

New Toy, just got it today, hope to shoot it tomorrow.

S&W Model 30-1
http://i600.photobucket.com/albums/tt86/Wheeler686/S%20and%20W/100_0152.jpg

Sorry for the crappy picture, the lighting in the kitchen isn't good enough for good shots.

[EMC45]

Beautiful gun Wheeler! I think I saw that on GON?.....

[NoZombies]

Yeah, Those boot grips really make that J-frame look sharp!

[Wheeler]

Beautiful gun Wheeler! I think I saw that on GON?.....

That is correct sir. I have to give props to the seller, I had to wait almost 2 months to get the gun as one minor financial issue after another (and a few not-so-minor) came up. I don't know if he didn't have any other interest in the gun or not but I sure am glad he held it for me.

[Wheeler]

Yeah, Those boot grips really make that J-frame look sharp!

Yes they do. It sort of matches my 16-4. Sort of a Daddy and baby .32 set.
;-)

[GLL]

Model 16-4
http://www.fototime.com/10D2399828CA001/orig.jpg

Jerry

[EMC45]

That is correct sir. I have to give props to the seller, I had to wait almost 2 months to get the gun as one minor financial issue after another (and a few not-so-minor) came up. I don't know if he didn't have any other interest in the gun or not but I sure am glad he held it for me.

Trust me I eye balled it a few times. My Pastor is the one who told me about it.

[Wheeler]

Trust me I eye balled it a few times. My Pastor is the one who told me about it.

Thank you for not buying it :)

[Wheeler]

Model 16-4
http://www.fototime.com/10D2399828CA001/orig.jpg

Jerry

Not that is a beautiful 16-4

[swamp]

These are the few I have, Ruger single six , two Taurus consective serial nos. and the newest, a Marlin 87. All 32 H&R, but the Marlin. Its 32 S&W.

[David LaPell]

Smith M & P .32-20 with Wondersight and Mershon adaptor

http://i561.photobucket.com/albums/ss57/Smith29-2/3220grip.jpg

[Wheeler]

Smith M & P .32-20 with Wondersight and Mershon adaptor

http://i561.photobucket.com/albums/ss57/Smith29-2/3220grip.jpg

Now that looks like a shooter!

[kyle623]

Here's my H&R 32 revolver. I'm not sure what model. http://castboolits.gunloads.com/picture.php?albumid=176&pictureid=4228

[georgewxxx]

These are all I have after trading off 3 that I couldn't get to shoot to my satisfaction. Believe it or not, the little Detective Special will out shoot most everything else. The Charter Undercoverette is a "belly gun" only. The 1903 Colt .32ACP replaced my Savage I didn't like. The Smith is a teens vintage Hand ejector with original red box.
The slugs are all Ideal/Lyman. 311316, 308244, 313445, 311419, 313249, 313492. http://castboolits.gunloads.com/imagehosting/thum_2374e65148230bea.jpg (http://castboolits.gunloads.com/vbimghost.php?do=displayimg&imgid=2039)

[Wayne Smith]

Speaking of .32 long guns, what are the options other than the Winchester 94's and Rossi 92's? I'm thinking specifically of a .32 Mag.

Wheeler

Yeah, not a whole lot of choices in 32 Mag. Most of them are older and in 32-20 - very popular small animal and pest guns at one time in history.

[Wheeler]

Yeah, not a whole lot of choices in 32 Mag. Most of them are older and in 32-20 - very popular small animal and pest guns at one time in history.

After talking to NoZombies, I got to thinking about an old, worn out Hopkins & Allen falling block I have sitting in the basement. I don't think the steel is thick enough for a .32 Mag or a .327 Mag but it might be ok for a .32 Long. A good starter project. :)

[Ken77539]

This is my .32 Hand Ejector Model of 1903, First change. This gun is built on S&W's small I frame. In my hand, “small” is an understatement.

http://i935.photobucket.com/albums/ad192/Ken77539/100_1379A-1.jpg

[EMC45]

That picture is almost comical...

[mjackson]

This is my first one!;)
http://i994.photobucket.com/albums/af61/mansjackson/100_0149.jpg

[NoZombies]

This is my first one!;)
http://i994.photobucket.com/albums/af61/mansjackson/100_0149.jpg

Man, I am so jealous of that gun, It's beautiful, and I know those things are built like tanks.

I look forward to seeing how you get it shooting, Congrats on the acquisition!

[mjackson]

Thanks, I can't wait either!

[StrawHat]

This is my first one!;)

I am not current on firearms, make and model, please.

[Jal5]

I have two in 32 ACP, both from my uncle/godfather as war trophys. I found them in my mom's basement, pretty rusty and minus firing pins but I got them both in working order and enjoy shooting them while remembering my favorite uncle!

I need one of those grip screws- anyone got an idea on finding a replacement?

Bayard and a Mauser 1934.

[Multigunner]

This is my .32 Hand Ejector Model of 1903, First change. This gun is built on S&W's small I frame. In my hand, “small” is an understatement.

http://i935.photobucket.com/albums/ad192/Ken77539/100_1379A-1.jpg

Thats a big paw you have there, its a wonder you can get your finger through the trigger guard.
My .32 Hand Ejector looks the same as yours, same barrel lenght of around 4+ inches. Serial number search indicated 1920's production.
Mine has the older style side sprung hammer block that was later changed over to the up and down sliding block due to rust or fouling disabling the block and allowing the firing pin to contact a primer.
First thing I did was to strip down and clean the internals to be sure the side sprung block moved as it should. Something that should be checked with all of these older models.



Originally Posted by David LaPell
Smith M & P .32-20 with Wondersight and Mershon adaptor

Wonder if they made these rear sights for the I frame as well?

[Wheeler]

NoZombies got me to thinking about taking better pictures bcause basically, mine suck. So I tried a couple of different things with lighting and angle.

16-4
http://i600.photobucket.com/albums/tt86/Wheeler686/S%20and%20W/101_1252.jpg

http://i600.photobucket.com/albums/tt86/Wheeler686/S%20and%20W/101_1250.jpg

Here's one of my 1903 HE.

http://i600.photobucket.com/albums/tt86/Wheeler686/S%20and%20W/101_1256.jpg

I'm not too happy with this picture, as it shows every scratch in the nickel, of which there are quite a few. For posterity.

http://i600.photobucket.com/albums/tt86/Wheeler686/S%20and%20W/101_1254.jpg

[NoZombies]

Great looking photos Wheeler, Thanks for sharing!

[StrawHat]

(Not trying to hijack the thread)

Bouncing the light from the ceiling or other bright object will help the photos. So will filtering the light through a light colored material. Be careful as the color of the material will sometimes influence the photo, ie a reddish tint froma light red cloth.

[Wheeler]

(Not trying to hijack the thread)

Bouncing the light from the ceiling or other bright object will help the photos. So will filtering the light through a light colored material. Be careful as the color of the material will sometimes influence the photo, ie a reddish tint froma light red cloth.

Thanks StrawHat! More ideas to try out. Speaking of which, there's a video out with a professional photographer taking studio quality photos with nothing but an Iphone some of the reflective windshield visors, and of course models. He had quite a bit to say about the use of lighting.

I used some MR16 25 watt lamps, basically what's used to illuminate artwork to light those shots. The color on the M16-4 is pretty close. I'll try some sort of reflector or filter next time to see about reducing the glare spots.

Wheeler

[Dale53]

`The easiest way to use light to get really good pictures without spending a fortune on lighting is to use "open shade". For some time, I took most of my magazine covers using open shade in my "Florida Room" (screened porch with light on three sides with a white ceiling. The definition of details is astonishing.

I now use studio strobes with home built "scrims" so that I can take photos in any weather condition or time of day. However, the open shade pictures rival the best artificial light and it is relatively easy to do.

FWIW
Dale53

[crazy mark]

A couple more I picked up lately. H&R 586 10" barrel 5 shot in 32 Mag. The other is a 1914 Mauser Pocket pistol.

[EdS]

Today at a local gunshow, I finally found a very nice S&W M30-1. I think it is in excellent condition, and doubt that it's been shot very much. I also picked up some brass and as set of dies. I'm going to start shopping for a mould to cast some semi-wadcutters. While I shop for a mould, I'll try the boolet thread to see if a member will help me out. –Ed
http://castboolits.gunloads.com/imagehosting/72854ea31cc296005.jpg
http://castboolits.gunloads.com/imagehosting/72854ea31cc2a4679.jpg

[EMC45]

RCBS 32-098. Case closed. Fine wheelgun BTW!

[BCall]

A couple more I picked up lately. H&R 586 10" barrel 5 shot in 32 Mag. The other is a 1914 Mauser Pocket pistol.


Like the 586! Been looking for one for a little while, but would like a shorter barrel. How does it shoot? Thanks, Billy

[crazy mark]

Like the 586! Been looking for one for a little while, but would like a shorter barrel. How does it shoot? Thanks, Billy

Once hunting season is over I will post results. My friend had a 4.5" barrel one at the same time but it sold before I got there. He had them one week. He put the 10" away for me.

[DaveF]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v34/airdrie/HPIM0824.jpg


My 1907 Savage, 1944 Walther PP, 1957 Beretta and 2 1900 FN Brownings.
Picked up here and there for $50.00 each, except for the nickel Browning which was $100.00.
Inexpensive pistols, but fun and really cheap to shoot with 78gr. round nose bullets and small doses of Bullseye.
Regards, DaveF.

[UnderDawgAl]

A nice Model 30 with 4" barrel is on my short list.

[Skinny 1950]

This is a 1849 Pocket Colt .31 (close to .32) made in 1861,here in Canada a lot of the .32 cal. guns are prohibited so I will have to make due with this one.

http://i989.photobucket.com/albums/af11/Skinny1950/1849PocketColt004.jpg

[billsr]

S&W Model 16-4, 4" barrel, .32 Magnum:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v294/bgrafsr/IMG_0089.jpg

S&W Model 1905, 4th Change, .32-20 WCF:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v294/bgrafsr/MVC-002S-36.jpg

S&W Model 16-4, 6" barrel, .32 Magnum: I also have an extra cylinder in .32-20 WCF, am having one made in .32 S&W Long, and am having the .32 Mag cylinder reamed to .327 Magnum.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v294/bgrafsr/M16_2.jpg

S&W Model 16-3, 6" barrel, .32 S&W Long:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v294/bgrafsr/MVC-001S-27.jpg

[JayinAZ]

Here are my 3. The CZ-70 and Regulation Police I've had for a while. I just got the Army Special in .32-20 last week. No dies for .32-20 yet but I put an expensive box of Ultra-max through it today and it shoots pretty well. I'm going to try it with the same RCBS 32-098 that shoots so well in the S&W.

[BarryinIN]

Colt Army Special .32-20 (Yes, I know the grips are wrong, but I needed something with a frame filling portion and these were handy):
http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c240/ColtsR4Football/IMG_1687.jpg

Savage 1907, a very interesting design:
http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c240/ColtsR4Football/302.jpg

[Wheeler]

BarryinIN,

How do you like the Savage 1907? I passed on an opportunity to get one a month or so ago. The design has always interested me as the Savage 1907 in .45ACP almost beat out the 1911 in the military trials.

[BarryinIN]

BarryinIN,

How do you like the Savage 1907? I passed on an opportunity to get one a month or so ago. The design has always interested me as the Savage 1907 in .45ACP almost beat out the 1911 in the military trials.

I like it, but it's more for how it's fun to study and neat to look at than for it being better than anything. It's a very interesting and different design, but interesting and different doesn't always mean good.
It actually shot well for what it is, but the trigger took all my concentration to get it. It has a goofy trigger linkage.

For more detail, I wrote this about it:
http://www.practicallyshooting.com/savage-pocket-pistols-curious-indeed/

[Wheeler]

BarryinIN,

That's a great write-up with great pictures. Thanks for the link, the good read, and the information!

[BarryinIN]

Thank you, sir!
I didn't mean to be rude by saying "read this", but I think you can see why that was easier than trying to summarize what I thought of it.
The thing that still gets me about this gun is the recoil. It's not like it's a wrist twister, but a steel .32 ACP as big as the Kahr 9mm in my pocket should hardly twitch when fired. It is pretty stiff. It's like it has a built-in recoil amplifier. I always read the Savage .45 ACP was a hard kicker, and I believe it now.

[JayinAZ]

Of topic addendum here Barry. I have a 1917 in .380 and while it doesn't have a target trigger it's nowhere near as bad as what you described. Mine will shoot into 3-4" at 25 yards and I shot a perfect 250 on the AZ POST qual course with it a couple years ago. I used a cell phone case for a mag pouch :)

[BarryinIN]

Hmmm, I'll try to look at another one sometime then. Mine has the heaviest SA trigger I've ever felt. It is a strange mix, actually. The travel isn't very long at all, which should be nice, but the weight causes you to feel every imperfection along the way and I'd almost swear it manages to stack a little in that short distance. Or maybe it's just that my finger gets tired, so it feels like it increases.
It's too bad, because I can tell the accuracy is there. It's just hard to get it.
I can believe it could ace a qual with even a halfway decent trigger.

On a side note: I've only had maybe three .32ACP pistols, and they were all pretty accurate in spite of shortcomings like triggers or small overall size. I've heard the .32ACP is one of those so-called "inherently accurate" cartridges, and my tiny experience seems to fit.
Maybe someday when I make a few billion and have lots of time both, I'll make up a .32 ACP target gun for testing. Maybe a .32ACP XP-100....

[StrawHat]

...Off topic alert...Off topic alert...

Ed Harris has done at least one rifle in 32 ACP.

Now, back to 32 caliber handguns.

[NoZombies]

...Off topic alert...Off topic alert...

Ed Harris has done at least one rifle in 32 ACP.

Now, back to 32 caliber handguns.

<Off Topic>
Keeping things off topic... I have 2 rifles in 32 caliber as well... one is technically .32 long, but shoots .32 acp so well that I might as well call it a .32 ACP that will shoot .32 long.
</Off Topic>

You guys have been posting some sweet looking .32's here!

[NoZombies]

Reviving the Thread so more people will post their 32's :)

[nwellons]

It may not look like much but my grandfather gave it to me as my first handgun, back in 1958. I was 13. I've been shooting it some lately. It means a lot to me.

[Captain Wheelgun]

Colt 1903 Hammerless .32 ACP
http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee126/Captain_Wheelgun/Colt190332auto010noSN.jpg

Not a handgun but it's a .32.....

Armi Jager AP-74 .32 ACP aka the Evil Black Bunny Gun
http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee126/Captain_Wheelgun/41ce850c.jpg

[NoZombies]

I've been wanting one of those Armi-jager .32 ACP rifles. How's that one shoot?

[Captain Wheelgun]

I've been wanting one of those Armi-jager .32 ACP rifles. How's that one shoot?
It definitely has potential for good accuracy. Mine had feeding problems when I first got it, but I've almost got that licked. Right now, it still doesn't like feeding the first round from the magazine sometimes. Once I get the first round chambered, it usually runs the rest of the mag OK, with factory j-word loads or with my reloads.

Here is a target I shot while function testing with handloads. This was with Hornady swaged 90gr SWC over 1.8 gr of 231.
http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee126/Captain_Wheelgun/f8cc8e3c.jpg

[crazy mark]

no pictures yet but picked up a Browning 1922 with the A prefix which means after the war. Hopefully a picture tomorrow.

[NoZombies]

no pictures yet but picked up a Browning 1922 with the A prefix which means after the war. Hopefully a picture tomorrow.

:popcorn:

[SquirrelHollow]

This is the only photo I have of my .32s.

Down the left side:
7.5" Super Blackhawk .44 Mag, 6" *Blackhawk .41 Mag, 4" *GP100 .357 Mag.
Down the right side:
5.5" Blackhawk .327 Federal, 4" GP100 .327 Federal, 3" *SP101 .327 Federal.
http://castboolits.gunloads.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=42756&stc=1&d=1332990644
*These three belong to one of my brothers.


I'm still looking for the 'perfect' grips for the .327 GP100.
You may notice the .327 Blackhawk has been fitted with a Super Blackhawk Hunter hammer. It was well worth the cost and the time required to fit it.

[NoZombies]

A fan of Rugers are we?

Nice looking collection there.

Man, I wish Ruger made a 6" barreled GP100 in 327!

[A pause for the COZ]

Ohhh Kay... I better add mine.

Here is my H&R in 32 long. This was the wifes bed side gun for years until we got the 327.
http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d66/Kelly2215/100_7689.jpg

Here is the Taurus 327.
http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d66/Kelly2215/Taurusloads.jpg

Dont know what I am going to do. Want a 327 lever gun in the worst way. Might not ever find one.

[gunfan]

You can have a Marlin or Winchester .357 carbine rebarreled and have the extractor re arranged to work with the smaller .327 Federal Magnum

This should work.

Scott

[JayinAZ]

Here's my latest .32, a Police Positive.



http://m.flickr.com/photos/jayinaz/6881669440/lightbox/

Just a couple phone pictures with lots of fingerprints :)



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[pietro]

A .32 gun, for fun: Walther PP .32/7.65mm

http://img826.imageshack.us/img826/4489/dscn0713w.jpg

[crazy mark]

More nice 32's. Keep them coming.

[GLL]

Model 16-4
http://www.fototime.com/10D2399828CA001/orig.jpg

Jerry

[NoZombies]

Dangit GLL!

[gunfan]

I wish that I could photo all of my .32 caliber handguns:

1) An 1991 S&W Airweight in .32 H&R Magnum,

2) an H&R 733 (Nickel-plated, in .32 S&W Long, NIB, unfired with a 2.5" barrel.)

3) an Taurus Model 74 in .32 S&W Long, 3" barreled, nickel-plated, with adjustable sights.

4) a Zastava Model 70 auto pistol in .32 ACP (This particular sample rode in a european police officer's holster for a number of years.)

Scott

[z4lunch]

Here Is my new in box Walther GSP, and my appears unfired in the box late 60's 30-1 both are chambered for 32 S&W Long. The Walther only shoots flush seated full wadcutters
Steve
http://i182.photobucket.com/albums/x33/z4lunch/IMG_2703.jpg
http://i182.photobucket.com/albums/x33/z4lunch/30-1.jpg

[BattleRife]

As was previously noted, the .32 bore size is prohibited for new import or ownership in Canada, but the ones that made it in pre-94 are mostly still around, like this one, occasionally seen with its bigger brother.

http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii102/BattleRife/Showing%20Off/CopyofIMG_0521.jpg



http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii102/BattleRife/IMG_0804.jpg

[Captain Wheelgun]

Just got another .32, a first-generation Kel-Tec P32. Here it is along with my Colt 1903 for comparison.
http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee126/Captain_Wheelgun/ae35b693.jpg

Had it out at the range today, and it ate everything I threw at it, from factory j-words to handloads with Hornady 90 gr SWCs without a single hiccup.

[NoZombies]

Well, I've got several more that I need to add to the thread, but I'll start with this one, as I've had it for a while now, and never remembered to post it.

It's a model 30-1 with a 4" barrel and J-frame smooth target stocks. It's a shooter, when I do my part.

The holster isn't the prettiest, but it's functional, and fits the gun well.

http://castboolits.gunloads.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=45646&stc=1&d=1341104382

http://castboolits.gunloads.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=45647&stc=1&d=1341104382

Look in the next few weeks for further installments, as I finish cataloging the rest of my .32 handguns!

[Olevern]

I thought I had posted to this thread, but apparently not. Perhaps there was another similiar thread. Anyhow, here are a few of my .32's

http://i885.photobucket.com/albums/ac56/Olevern/32twoweb.jpg

My 32-20 Marlin of mid 80's vintage

http://i885.photobucket.com/albums/ac56/Olevern/DSC_6726.jpg

Don't see any pics of my Marlin .32 H&R mag on my photobucket acct., when I get around to it I will take one and add to this post.

My favorites are the two Bisley single sixes, one with a scope to accomodate my aged eyes, the other as it came from Ruger. But I am kinda fond of the short barrel one too. Heck, I like all guns in .32 cal.

[NoZombies]

Those are some nice looking guns there 'Vern!

How does that model 631 shoot for ya? One of these days, I'll find one of those to add to the collection...

[Larry in MT]

I only have 2:


http://i861.photobucket.com/albums/ab176/larrykay47/f6c99547-1.jpg

http://i861.photobucket.com/albums/ab176/larrykay47/5f1209c3-1-1-1.jpg

[NoZombies]

A few I've added in the last year or so

Dreyse .32 ACP:
http://nozombies.com/32s/3.JPG

Taurus model 761:
http://nozombies.com/32s/5.JPG

Unique DES-32_U in .32 S&W long wadcutter:

http://nozombies.com/32s/8.JPG

S&W model 631:

http://nozombies.com/32s/10.JPG

S&W model 30-1:

http://nozombies.com/32s/12.JPG

S&W model 16-4 (Factory single action):

http://nozombies.com/32s/13.JPG

H&R model 504:

http://nozombies.com/32s/14.JPG

[pietro]

.

Ya gotta love a .32 gun for fun: a German Walther .32/7.65mm PP w/lanyard loop.

http://imageshack.us/a/img826/4489/dscn0713w.jpg

[hightime]

I have three little five shots from the turn of the last century.
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[NoZombies]

Those are some great looking little top breaks!

[Dark Helmet]

Is it a 32 Long or 32 H&R? Yours is only the third one I've seen. What do you feed it?

[Outpost75]

Here are a few of mine.

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[NoZombies]

Is it a 32 Long or 32 H&R? Yours is only the third one I've seen. What do you feed it?

The 761 is a magnum. Prior to making the 761, they also made the 76 that was chambered for the .32 long. Similarly, I have both a model 74, and a model 741. (although the 74 is quite a bit older, and blued, and the 741 is much newer and stainless.)

[Dark Helmet]

That's why my model 76 is chambered in 32 Long, it doesn't have that 1 on the end of the model number. Ok, yours is the first 761 that I know of and I've seen 2 Taurus 76's. :D

[RobsTV]

One of my favorites.

[NoZombies]

That's why my model 76 is chambered in 32 Long, it doesn't have that 1 on the end of the model number. Ok, yours is the first 761 that I know of and I've seen 2 Taurus 76's. :D

:) Makes sense. I know there are some around, but they come up for sale far less frequently than say, S&W model 16's. I think people get them and hold onto them. there have been 2 or 3 that have sold on GB in the last few years, and I've seen a number of people write about them in the same time.

I managed to snag my 761 at a local auction for peanuts, probably because I was the only guy who knew what it was.

Now, if you want a really hard to find gun, try the Rossi M239:

http://nozombies.com/32s/4.JPG

I know of 2 others in the world, and that's after 3 years of active searching. One of them is in pakistan.

[BCall]

I have one of those 761's, it looks just like NoZombies' one. I really like it.

He keeps posting those pics of that Rossi 239 but he won't sell it to me! I have never seen another one either, and man would I like to find one!

Heck, I would even give up some molds for that one I think!

[Scharfschuetze]

Here's my 32/20 Smith & Wesson Hand Ejector. It's dead on zero wise at 25 yards with 115 grain cast boolits and achieves over 900fps with fairly mild loads. I neck size for it like a rifle cartridge and it will often shoot into 2 inches at 25 yards. I've also got the original factory grips for it, but these modified K Frame target grips fit my hand much better.

[9.3X62AL]

Scharf--

I have a 5"-barrelled variant of the S&W M&P, and mine performs just as yours does--right to the sights at 25 yards with 115-120 grain castings at 875-900 FPS (6.0 grains of SR-4756). Also like you, I changed out the stocks to enable easier shooting.

[NoZombies]

He keeps posting those pics of that Rossi 239 but he won't sell it to me! I have never seen another one either, and man would I like to find one!

Billy, If I ever find another one, I'll let you know!

[Scharfschuetze]

9.3X62AL,

What fun they are. That mid size frame really soaks up what little recoil the 32/20 produces and that 115 grain bullet seems to get to distant targets quickly. They also turn a few heads at the range.

Were I still living in one of the Rocky mountain States, it would definitely be my jackrabbit gun of choice.

Here's my other 32. It's an S&W 31-1 in 32 S&W Long with lots of holster wear, but it's mechanically perfect with a new looking bore and cylinders. Like its stablemate, it is spot on at 25 yards with a 98 grain SWC. I bought it for my son to use when he was young. Its small and narrow sights and its small frame make it a bit more difficult to shoot accurately, but intrinsically, it is as accurate as any of my other Smiths.

[Green Frog]

I thought I had already posted this on this thread, but my idea of a 32 reaches full bloom in my "Model 616 - the gun S&W should have made but never will." Here's the link to the thread where I document the progress on building it and a couple of pix that Dale53 took on its initial outing. I'm the guy in camo jacket wearing a silly grin. :D

http://smith-wessonforum.com/s-w-revolvers-1980-present/260686-project-616-a.html

725857258672587

Froggie

[9.3X62AL]

Froggie, I lust in my heart for such a critter.

Actually, that 31-1 of Scharf's would suit me right to the ground, too. I can almost manage an I/J frame S&W or D-frame Colt if I can attach Pachmayr neoprenes of some sort. The 31-1 is a "J", so unmodded Pachs would bolt up just fine. I have a Colt Pocket Positive x 6" in 32 SWL, original nickel, S/N sequence in the 11,000-block. It shoots wonderfully with my carved-out Pach Pres stocks in place, but the sights challenge my 58-year-old eyes somewhat. I would REALLY like a 4" D/A in 32 Long--one of these days when available cash and available gun occur together, I'll swoop on it. This is one of the few items I want for myself these days, most of my time & effort is headed toward 'smithing projects or shooting what I have.

A 4-5/8" Single Six opened up to 32 SWL wouldn't be bad, either........

We can hope that S&W gets off their fat apathy and actually builds a 616 for the 327 Federal. I would be ON one of those so fast it ain't credible.

[NoZombies]

We can hope that S&W gets off their fat apathy and actually builds a 616 for the 327 Federal. I would be ON one of those so fast it ain't credible.

I agree 100% with this. A model 616 in 327 would be the cats meow for a field revolver.

BTW Al, a model 30-1 or later (when the model transitioned from improved I-to J frame) can accept those oversize J-frame target stocks, and you can't tell the difference. The model 30-1 I pictured above is doing that trick with smooth target stocks for the square butt J-frame.

[Green Frog]

Well 9.3, several of your wishes are fairly easily fulfilled... you can put any of the Pachmayer stocks made for a J-frame onto an I-frame. They have about an eighth to a quarter of an inch of space at the bottom of the grip frame, but the screw and locating pin hold them in place, and although it's not needed, you could even put a little spacer of some sort in there if you wanted. There are still lots of pre-War I-frame Regulation Police and Hand Ejectors floating around out there with 4" barrels (or 4.25") if that is the length you want. If you are doing some 'smithing of your own, you might consider a project Hondo44 and I have also contemplated, milling the top strap of a RP and putting in modern J-frame adjustable sights, then installing an appropriate front sight. I still might do that for occasions when the 616 is "too much gun."

As for the Single Six, there are 32 Mag versions of that available... I think most have longer barrels, but that's easy enough to fix. If that turns your crank, you could probably be shooting that combo (with 32 S&W or H&R Mag) pretty quickly.

Keep your hopes up on one or the other of the possibilities above. As for the time "...that S&W gets off their fat apathy and actually builds a 616..." we've all pretty much decided that won't be likely to be ever. :( They have been very tentative with any new revolvers and their record for encouraging any of the 32s has been pretty spotty since some time back in the '60s or '70s. Besides, who wants a cast frame S&W with MIM internals and an Internal Lock for their "special gun?" I think the only way you'll get a 616 is to build your own, a process I highly recommend.

That's my story and I'm sticking to it! ;)

Froggie

PS You might try GunBroker auction# 344879537 for that SS/SS. ;)

[NoZombies]

Froggie,

I have considered milling the tops strap of that model 30-1 I've got for a J-adjustable sight, and adding the appropriate front site. I just haven't been able to prod myself into having it done yet (and I've been having some issues with the local smith I would have had do the work for me...).

Since I have the 631 and various other adjustable sighted .32's in the same size range, I might never get the motivation, but I sure do like the idea!

[Green Frog]

Froggie,

I have considered milling the tops strap of that model 30-1 I've got for a J-adjustable sight, and adding the appropriate front site. I just haven't been able to prod myself into having it done yet (and I've been having some issues with the local smith I would have had do the work for me...).

Since I have the 631 and various other adjustable sighted .32's in the same size range, I might never get the motivation, but I sure do like the idea!

Just to show you what kind of nice guy I am, I'll take the 631 off your hands to help nudge you along on this project. No, no, don't thank me, I'm just that selfless sort of a guy! ;-)

Froggie

[NoZombies]

Just to show you what kind of nice guy I am, I'll take the 631 off your hands to help nudge you along on this project. No, no, don't thank me, I'm just that selfless sort of a guy! ;-)

Froggie

Well, I'm not sure I've ever had a more generous offer, but I'd feel terrible about it, so the only way I could take advantage in such a blatant manner would be if I did the same for you with that 616... ;)

[Green Frog]

:kidding: Guess you'd better resolve your issues with your gunsmith, NZ. :2 drunk buddies:

As the last real president said, "... from my cold, dead hands!" ;)

Let me know if I can help you get going on your I-frame project, though. :coffeecom

Regards,
Froggie

[Scharfschuetze]

"We can hope that S&W gets off their fat apathy and actually builds a 616 for the 327 Federal. I would be ON one of those so fast it ain't credible."

Me too.

[9.3X62AL]

I have seen only photos of the J-frame target stocks--never handled a pair, or a revolver equipped with same.

I'm not especially enamored with the 327 Federal, having a S&W Model 16-4 x 6". Loaded to the 32 Magnum's full potential, the performance gain with the 327 isn't all that great. I had a Ruger SSM many years ago, liked it a lot, but the 16-4 won my heart with its superior accuracy. It remains the most accurate revolver I have ever owned.

My cravings are more for a 32 SWL, since I have a TON of ammo in that caliber on hand. I'm not fond of shooting Special-length cartridges in Magnum-length chambers, the crud rings that form in the chambers annoy me greatly. So an actual 32 SWL is what's desired. I thought long and hard about a 4" 31-1 I saw in April at the Fort Boise Gun Show, but the price was over $100 higher than many I've seen on Gunbroker in similar shape. CA laws and regs complicate the h--l out of acquisition, too--and the stupid AG just placed a freeze on the number of handguns coming into CA today. Where the hell is NRA? Silence of the Lambs, as usual.

[Green Frog]

9.3, you might look at the want ads on the S&W Forum for those J-Targets. I've gotten a couple of pairs through that venue and they have a lot to recommend them. I don't especially like K-frame Targets, and N-frame Targets are way too big for my hands, but the little J-Targets are like Baby Bear's Bed... "just right!" :-D

I don't know which part of Kalifornia you are in, but I have a couple of e-friends on the S&W Forum who hail from the same state, so they are used to dealing with the vagaries of finding neat S&Ws before the bears in Sacramento get them. ;)

Froggie

[9.3X62AL]

Oh, yes--vagaries. I am another adroit navigator of those dark waters. It will happen. Single-action revos are pretty much left alone by the Sacto hoplophobes, a SS mod might go forward shortly.

[mustanggt]

Here is my one and only I just found. 1905 HE 3rd change, 32 Winchester.
http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x425/thecobray/DSC_0437_zps930940e9.jpg
http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x425/thecobray/DSC_0436_zps92aaa603.jpg

[Green Frog]

Looks nice mustanggt, especially with that long barrel and those very nice wood grips. Do you get to shoot it often? Mine has a 1" shorter barrel and the no-medallion grips which have experienced a lot more wear than yours. Sadly, it gets pushed to the back of the bench too often as its smaller brethren demand more attention from me. Of course it can use the exact same bullets as my 327 FM, and the dies and brass (including 100 rounds of virgin Starline) are right on the table... maybe I will get mine out since you've stirred up my interest!

Regards ~ Froggie

[mustanggt]

I just got it the other day so I've not shot it yet. Brass is on the way though and she will go on next range trip. Found out the stocks don't go with the gun. They are 20 years newer but look right just the same.

[9.3X62AL]

THAT is a VERY NICE example, GT!

[GLL]

I have searched the state of California for MANY years to find a nice 4” 16-4 but had pretty much given up ! Recently by pure luck one just fell into my lap ! :)

http://www.fototime.com/2F9A32402B5EB38/large.jpg

Jerry

[Green Frog]

Ya done good! That looks like a keeper to me!

Froggie

[9.3X62AL]

Original stocks, and all. Looks "uncirculated", to coin a phrase. (Oh, that was bad.....)

Another gun porn item, posted recklessly and with great abandon. Stop it some more.

[Char-Gar]

I have a Colt Army Special and Smith and Wesson Military and Police in 32-20, but no pics. But I do have a pic of my nice Smith and Wesson 32 Hand Ejector. Here tis..

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[GLL]

Char-Gar:

VERY nice !

Jerry

[GLL]

Al:

It is well "circulated" but in very nice condition ! :)

Jerry

[NoZombies]

Some nice guns here guys!

[olafhardt]

One of my current 32 projects is the Nagant 95. It is certianly as easy to handle as a single six, carries like a J frame and has a somewhat adjustable front sight. It is both cheap and tough. But it ain't for every body.

[tek4260]

http://imageshack.us/a/img534/6256/photomar02135152.jpg


632

[tek4260]

http://i292.photobucket.com/albums/mm35/tk3945/101_2122.jpg~original (http://s292.photobucket.com/user/tk3945/media/101_2122.jpg.html)

Old cut down 32-20

[Green Frog]

Is the finish on that 632 factory? I had heard about some blackened stainless steel Smiths but not in the 632 variant. Those grips look great as well. As for the cut-down 32-20... I bet that's pretty rowdy when you touch off a round, isn't it? I've got the original 5" barrel on mine, and everyone around when I shoot it had better be wearing hearing protection. Good stuff still coming in, this thread is continuing to get better and better. :)

Froggie

[EMC45]

Is the finish on that 632 factory? I had heard about some blackened stainless steel Smiths but not in the 632 variant. Those grips look great as well. As for the cut-down 32-20... I bet that's pretty rowdy when you touch off a round, isn't it? I've got the original 5" barrel on mine, and everyone around when I shoot it had better be wearing hearing protection. Good stuff still coming in, this thread is continuing to get better and better. :)

Froggie

I think the .32 family have their own kind of loud when fired. Mine always seem to be a bit more loud than other pistols.

[tek4260]

Yes it is the factory finish and is called "blackened stainless" I recon. Anyone know what can duplicate it? I have a BFR in 475 that I would love to have finished like this revolver.

And the little 327 is a shooter! I carried it out 2 days ago and was rewarded with quarter sized 25 yard groups. Outstanding accuracy in my book considering how hard it is for me to hold.

[trcuda]

All these 32's and not a single Dan Wesson?
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Had it's mate in 32/20 that I foolishly let get away.

Tim

[NoZombies]

All these 32's and not a single Dan Wesson?
74011

Had it's mate in 32/20 that I foolishly let get away.

Tim

When most of the guns get posted here, I have a little twinge of "I want that" but the truth is, I've been looking for a dan wesson in .32 mag for about 4 years, and have had no luck at all finding one I could afford. so by posting that, you have made me beside myself with envy (good natured though). That's a great looking gun!

[NoZombies]

Bump in case people have more .32's to post :)

[rintinglen]

89687
1922 Browning that I got a year or so back. I am surprised how well it shoots given that the sights are skinny, rounded things and the fit is not rock solid.

[Multigunner]

89687
1922 Browning that I got a year or so back. I am surprised how well it shoots given that the sights are skinny, rounded things and the fit is not rock solid.
I have one of those in .380. Got it dirt cheap because the guy who owned it thought the 9mm Kurtz marking meant the 9X19 and thought the pistol was busted because it wouldn't chamber the 9X19.
Excellent condition with no import markings, an early low number Yugoslav contract piece.
Its the officer's model with high grade finish.

[9.3X62AL]

Not a photo taker here. I really should upgrade my skill set and learn to post pics here, that might prompt more photography.

More to the point of this thread.....once a 32 caliber handgun lands at Casa Del Desierto, it tends to stay here. The most recent new-to-me resident mid-bore is a VERY NICE Colt Army Special in 32-20 WCF x 5", vintage c. 1920. It shoots WONDERFULLY with a revolver-specific 120 grain Mountain Molds design I cobbled up with the 32-20 in mind. 5.5 to 6.0 grains of SR-4756 shoots right to the sights at 25 and 50 yards. I have yet to take a varmint or small game critter with it, but not from lack of trying. I think the local jacks and rats know my F-150 on sight, and when it is seen plying the line roads and prospector routes around here--the varmints make themselves scarce. The several shots presented have all been at rather long ranges, mostly in motion, factors that make for challenging targeting. Still gotta show the flag, though, and send at least a couple alibi rounds across their bow.

[FergusonTO35]

I just noticed that Wolff Gunsprings sells extra power recoils for the Kel-Tec P32. I'm gonna gitme some, I bet it would help keep the brass from going into the next county.

[Expat74]

Definitely nice stuff around here.. I wanted to add my two .32's. I'm handloading for those since I first started shooting .32's a couple of years ago and soon will change their diet to Lyman 313249.. and :takinWiz: j-words

Beretta 70 from 1983

http://i57.tinypic.com/2ujgnkx.jpg

and my personal favorite aka childhood dream coming true

Czech Samll Arms Vz 61 .. before you start asking me how and where and paperwork and what not, I live in Switzerland guys ;)

http://i61.tinypic.com/32zt0kp.jpg

[Bent Ramrod]

I got this one eons back at a gun show. Somebody had reworked a blown-up Bisley into what looks like a #5 configuration. At the time, no clones were available in .32-20 caliber and it was the only heavy frame Colt I could afford. I wanted an adjustable sight, and I wanted to shoot those Keith loads of 10 gr. 2400/115 gr lead. I chickened out at 9 gr. and that's plenty.

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I was thinking of gradually refurbing it back to Bisley configuration, but whoever redid the grip got it perfect. Didn't have the heart to change it.

[FergusonTO35]

Well, ya'll know what a Kel-Tec P-32 and Bersa Thunder 32 look like. Here's my ammo:

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It's a 76 grain flat point from an Accurate mold, over 2.1 grains Hodgdon Titewad and a Federal Gold Medal Primer. Loaded to .945 OAL it clocks a very consistent 890 fps out of the little Kel-Tec and is very accurate.

[Silverseas]

This Walther PPK 32 was one of a collection of guns my father brought back from France after WW2. http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k599/kd0etc/Pistol/2A8A5CA3-800B-4CFD-8070-DEFCA61C6F65_zpsldxo5flu.jpg (http://s1117.photobucket.com/user/kd0etc/media/Pistol/2A8A5CA3-800B-4CFD-8070-DEFCA61C6F65_zpsldxo5flu.jpg.html)
The slide and frame have different serial numbers and there is no nice engraving on it as most Walthers have.
It shoots well. I have only used commercial ammunition so far, but now that I am reloading for an 8 x 57 Mauser 98 and a 1911 .45 I will soon add molds and dies for this pistol also.

[Harry O]

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These are just my .32 revolvers. Left is a Colt Police Positive in .32 Long Colt. Right top is a Ruger SuperSingleSix in .32 Magnum. The next one down towards the left is a Colt Police Positive Special in 32-20. The next one down towards the right is a S&W NewModel 16 originally in .32 Magnum, which has been rechambered in 32-20. The next one down in the middle is a S&W SuperKitGun 632 in .32 Magnum. The lowest toward the left is a H&R in .32 S&W Long.

Not shown is another Colt PP in .32LC, several more of the H&R (which have been given to family as bedroom guns), a .32ACP Walther PPK (pre-WWII commercial), a .32ACP Mauser HSc (wartime, Nazi stamped), and a Kel-Tec P32.

The first centerfire cartridge and the first handgun I ever shot was the Colt PPS in 32-20. I have gotten away from plinking with .22LR and now use these.

[John Allen]

This is the only .32 in my collection. It is an early Colt 1903. It has some provenance within the family so it will never leave the home, but a .32 ACP seems d@mn near worthless as a firearm anyway. It'd make a puny hammer, but not much more. I took it out to the pit and shot it a bit, and bullets would bounce off a 5 gallon plastic bucket if it hit off to the side.
http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w15/HammerMTB/Guns/DSCN2524.jpg

Someday I will come across a clean one that is not outrageously expensive.

[Outpost75]

Nobody has posted any pictures of .32 rifles, so I thought that I should,

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[Fergie]

Can you tell us more about those Rook rifles? I've got a H&R shotgun waiting to be lined for .327 and turned into a nice single shot.

Here is my Single Seven(solo siete) from when I first shot it.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v176/bergferg/singleseven_zps5d5afb94.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/bergferg/media/singleseven_zps5d5afb94.jpg.html)


I'll have to find the pictures of my old Charter Arms .32 H&R Magnum. Also have a Tomcat that is carried quite often.

Just today I was out shooting the SS with some different loadings of .327 and I forgot how much I like the .32 in general.

[Outpost75]

Can you tell us more about those Rook rifles? I've got a H&R shotgun waiting to be lined for .327 and turned into a nice single shot.....

To build a .327 you would not want to use one of the small iron receiver shotgun actions, but would need one of the modern SB2s, but that makes for a very much heavier rifle. I wanted a very light walking gun of less than 5 pounds, and had John Taylor fabricate .32 H&R Magnum, .38 Special .45 ACP and .44-40 barrels to fit my pre-war 28-ga. and .44/11mm frames. We didn't do a "stub" conversion, because I wanted multiple barrels and also wanted to keep the .410 shotgun barrel as an option and I often carry the .410 with an extra handgun caliber barrel as a traveling or backpacking rig to accompany whichever I might have along. John bushed the firing breech faces of both receivers and fitted new, smaller diameter firing pins to avoid the primer cups flowing around the striker point.

The tiny iron .410 and 28-ga. shotgun frames are OK for the .32 H&R Magnum, but not high pressure rounds like the .327 Federal. The rim diameter of the .327 Federal is .375", approximately 0.11 sq.-in., so at a maximum pressure of 45,000 psi breech thrust is nearly 5000 lbs.

The .32 H&R Magnum at a maximum pressure of 22,500 psi generates 2475 lbs. of thrust, similar to a 28-ga. or .410 shotgun round, for which the action was designed.

The English rook rifle shown was an Army & Navy C.S. originally chambered in .255, which I got cheap because it had a rusted out barrel. I had John Taylor bush the breech face, reline and rechamber it for .32 S&W Long, with 16" twist. After doing so I sent the gun off to Lucas Geiger for exterior restoration having the wood refinished, checking recut, minor cracks repaired, the frame re-case colored, a new hinge pin fitted and the barrel rust blued. The scope is a pre-war Unertl 6X small game scope.

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[Captain Wheelgun]

Those are some nice rifles. I really, really want a rifle in .327 Fed to go with my S&W 632. I'm looking at either a Contender with a custom barrel or maybe rebarreling a .223 bolt action. Since the .327's rim diameter is within 1 or 2 thousandths of the .223's head diameter, it should not need any work on the bolt face. The Ruger American may work fo this because it uses a rotary magazine, which should hopefully reduce feeding issues, though it may not eliminate them.

[Green Frog]

These semi autos you guys are showing off make me want to renew my search for the Femaru that was made during WW II for the Nazis and chambering the 32 ACP. It was an adaptation of the 380 version made before the war.

Froggie

[35remington]

I'd vote Contender due to the very short and slim action that is more consonant with a small game type rifle.

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A very clean 32 Regulation Police in 4 1/4. Along with an RCBS 98 SWC and a 313492 fired from the same revolver and recovered from wet phone books. Yeah.....I paid for it. Not sorry I got it, though. A very good shooter even with the very fine sights.....as long as I don't stand too far from the target.

[dragon813gt]

http://i198.photobucket.com/albums/aa39/dragon813gt/Firearms/5F20C6D6-2264-4210-8F9B-5264E9534465.jpg (http://s198.photobucket.com/user/dragon813gt/media/Firearms/5F20C6D6-2264-4210-8F9B-5264E9534465.jpg.html)

I debate buying the third one every day.

[prsman23]

http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/02/16/28f759d67078e4694dbe5c497bf15680.jpg

http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/02/16/e3bc1ea1d30ebfc19bcf9bb91db154e1.jpg

http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/02/16/58291ac9886b211cff1a744a8b66ca24.jpg

http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/02/16/ebac4e4cf4a3e9448a036eda3d404deb.jpg

http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/02/16/31441f4f100e8eec08df77a63ede05e1.jpg

http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/02/16/73a6ff7bdda159f6872e26db4fa0564e.jpg

[Fergie]

To build a .327 you would not want to use one of the small iron receiver shotgun actions, but would need one of the modern SB2s, but that makes for a very much heavier rifle. I wanted a very light walking gun of less than 5 pounds, and had John Taylor fabricate .32 H&R Magnum, .38 Special .45 ACP and .44-40 barrels to fit my pre-war 28-ga. and .44/11mm frames. We didn't do a "stub" conversion, because I wanted multiple barrels and also wanted to keep the .410 shotgun barrel as an option and I often carry the .410 with an extra handgun caliber barrel as a traveling or backpacking rig to accompany whichever I might have along. John bushed the firing breech faces of both receivers and fitted new, smaller diameter firing pins to avoid the primer cups flowing around the striker point.

The tiny iron .410 and 28-ga. shotgun frames are OK for the .32 H&R Magnum, but not high pressure rounds like the .327 Federal. The rim diameter of the .327 Federal is .375", approximately 0.11 sq.-in., so at a maximum pressure of 45,000 psi breech thrust is nearly 5000 lbs.

The .32 H&R Magnum at a maximum pressure of 22,500 psi generates 2475 lbs. of thrust, similar to a 28-ga. or .410 shotgun round, for which the action was designed.


Thank you for that info.

What did you do for the extractor? Machine one from scratch or modify one from another similarly sized caliber?

I had been in contact with David White at D&T Customs(http://www.dandtcustomgunworks.com/gallery.html) and no mention of breech thrust was mentioned. He is of the opinion that a 20ga H&R can be lined for a .327 just fine. What are your thoughts on that?

Again, thanks for the description of those rifles, especially the English.

[Outpost75]

....What did you do for the extractor? Machine one from scratch or modify one from another similarly sized caliber? I had been in contact with David White at D&T Customs(http://www.dandtcustomgunworks.com/gallery.html) and no mention of breech thrust was mentioned. He is of the opinion that a 20ga H&R can be lined for a .327 just fine. What are your thoughts on that?.....

John Taylor built everything from scratch and did a first class job.

If somebody says he can build a .327 on an iron shotgun receiver, please ask how many he has built and how many full charge factory loads he will guarantee them for before they loosen up, and if he will fix them for free if the firing pin bushing sets back in the receiver or the action loosens up....

John and I had this discussion on a Beretta 412 folding .410 shotgun which I wanted a rifle barrel for. He did a .44 Magnum for me which has been wonderful. He refused to do a .303 British because he said it would shoot loose. He offered to do a .30-40 Krag instead, which I did and have been happy with. He supported his recommendations with the calculations so that I could understand his reasoning, including hardness measurements of my receiver locking surfaces.

He machined the barrel monobloc so that the bar was oriented perpendicular to the bore axis so that the loads would be distributed transverse across the grain boundaries, the same way it is done at the Beretta factory.

On my .45 ACP barrel which fits the 28-ga. H&R pre-war frame, he fabricated a rimless ejector with works positively with .45 ACP rounds and also made a new fore-end iron from scratch. This gets into the category that if you have to ask what it costs, that maybe you cannot afford it, but if that is really what you want, it is worth every penny. Less than a new black rifle for sure.

You will notice that the .45 ACP barrel has a rim seat in its breech. That is so I can use shotshells assembled in 5 in 1 movie blank cases. They also work in my .45 Ruger convertible revolver, my .44-40 Vaquero and several other guns in camp.


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[rintinglen]

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A couple more that have come to stay. That 7 .5 inch gun really wants to shoot!

[dougader]

I'm really liking the Ruger Single Seven in 327 Federal mag.

http://steelheader.smugmug.com/photos/i-SshPmzZ/1/S/i-SshPmzZ-S.jpg

[rking22]

Remington M25 in 3220
http://i284.photobucket.com/albums/ll40/rkingk75/M25Car3220s_zps37351c29.jpg (http://s284.photobucket.com/user/rkingk75/media/M25Car3220s_zps37351c29.jpg.html)

OK that worked, M31 tomorrow :)
http://i284.photobucket.com/albums/ll40/rkingk75/31-1s_zps7371473c.jpg (http://s284.photobucket.com/user/rkingk75/media/31-1s_zps7371473c.jpg.html)

S&W 31-1 from late 60s 32SWL

[justashooter]

A S&W 1903 Hand Ejector 5th Change, bobbed hammer belly gun. Six shots of 32 S&W Long in a 1912 vintage I-frame.

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[billybadmedicine]

My little pack of 32s
2 single 6s a Heritage 32 Mag and an old H&R.
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[stu1ritter]

Humph, how did I ever miss this thread. From upper left, 30-1, 431pd, 16-4, 1903 3rd change, pre-30, 1903 5th change and most carried KelTek P-32
Stu
http://tinyurl.com/nol3uz2

[Andyd]

I got some .32 ACPs

http://i189.photobucket.com/albums/z159/Andyd173/imagejpg1_zpsbd9ad341.jpg

and a serious .32 S&W Long, it is the lower one

http://i189.photobucket.com/albums/z159/Andyd173/imagejpg5_zps80f20694.jpg

[EMC45]

Korth?

[JSnover]

131682Tomcat

[Fergie]

131682Tomcat

I was out shooting mine on Friday. Fresh load of some Cor-bons and back into my pocket after a good cleaning. I do like the wider trigger on this model than my previous one, and the wider safety too. Makes the ergonomics that much better.

[Green Frog]

Humph, how did I ever miss this thread. From upper left, 30-1, 431pd, 16-4, 1903 3rd change, pre-30, 1903 5th change and most carried KelTek P-32
Stu
http://imageshack.com/a/img661/6959/HJzDZc.jpg

Humph! It's about time you showed up... I thought I was going to have to come get you! :mrgreen: Love the target grips on that old I-frame RP. 8-) Now we'll have to get these folks going on the idea of custom 32s and neat reloads. Welcome to the party. [smilie=p:

Froggie

[stu1ritter]

Humph! It's about time you showed up... I thought I was going to have to come get you! :mrgreen: Love the target grips on that old I-frame RP. 8-) Now we'll have to get these folks going on the idea of custom 32s and neat reloads. Welcome to the party. [smilie=p:

Froggie

OK, OK, I'm here (he says, kicking and screaming) :~)
I have the factory letter and family history on that nickel plated puppy. It was shipped in 1912 to NYC and then It belonged to a bootlegger in the 1930's in the hills of North Carolina. I love shooting it and thinking about where it has been, what it has done and who it has seen. I was just out casting up some WC's from a new Accurate 31-100A mold. Want some??
Stu

[Green Frog]

OK, OK, I'm here (he says, kicking and screaming) :~)
I have the factory letter and family history on that nickel plated puppy. It was shipped in 1912 to NYC and then It belonged to a bootlegger in the 1930's in the hills of North Carolina. I love shooting it and thinking about where it has been, what it has done and who it has seen. I was just out casting up some WC's from a new Accurate 31-100A mold. Want some??
Stu

Yep, that reminds me... I've got a bag of bullets here for you as well. Dale53 cast up a bunch of Lee WC & SWC bullets from a TL mould as well as the ones I cast from the new brass MP mould (SWC HP) and a few others. BTW, did you say you already have some of the swaged Hornady SWCs? I'm on about my last box or so of those.

Froggie

[stu1ritter]

Don't have any of the swaged SWC's,
Stu

[JSnover]

Makes the ergonomics that much better.
Agreed! As small as it is it fits my hand very well.

[tejano]

I too am working on my last box of Hornady LSWC's! :(

[rintinglen]

I too am working on my last box of Hornady LSWC's! :(
Not to worry. NOE to the rescue:http://noebulletmolds.com/NV/images/N.O.E._Bullet_Moulds_315_115Gr._SWC_PB.Jpg

[tejano]

I was able to order 2 boxes of the Hornady's from cabelas Friday evening. :)

[leftiye]

I'm a 32 DD, not a 32 s.

[eb in oregon]

The .32 caliber cartridge is fun to play with. I do like reloading for it as it is more economical than the larger cartridges and does the same thing as the larger cartridges at short distances. And there are some fun bullets to try. These are my .32's, an AP74 in .32 ACP, a pair of 1922 Brownings in the same caliber, and two Colt Cobras in .32 S&W Long, both with a Tyler T-Grip. And though I'd really like to have a target grade revolver, the prices have become prohibitive.

[Green Frog]

The .32 caliber cartridge is fun to play with. I do like reloading for it as it is more economical than the larger cartridges and does the same thing as the larger cartridges at short distances. And there are some fun bullets to try. These are my .32's, and though I'd really like to have a target grade revolver, the prices have become prohibitive.

The relatively recent addition to the field, the Ruger Single Seven is available in 3 barrel lengths for between $500 and $600. It ISN'T a S&W Model 16, but it's got target sights and seems to be right up there for accuracy from the reports I've seen. Just a suggestion.

Froggie

[eb in oregon]

The relatively recent addition to the field, the Ruger Single Seven is available in 3 barrel lengths for between $500 and $600. It ISN'T a S&W Model 16, but it's got target sights and seems to be right up there for accuracy from the reports I've seen. Just a suggestion.

Froggie

I'd prefer one chambered in .32 S&W Long and not .32 Magnum. But I've thought of that.

[Outpost75]

Enjoyed re-reading this thread.

Thought I would post drawings of the Accurate molds I am using in my .32 ACPs, .32 S&W Long revolvers and rifles:

087T in .32 ACP, 114D used as general purpose for .32 S&W Long and .32-20, 125D dimensioned for Ruger H&R Mag., 134D is heavy, deep penetrator for Rook Rifle, also stabilizes in Colt 14" twist.
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.32 S&W Long Factory Loads Vs. Alliant #2400 In Revolvers and Rifle
Remington cases, Federal 200 primers in all handloads:

Ammo Type___________________Colt 2”_____________Colt 4”____________H&R18”

PMC 98 LRN factory_________687, 13 Sd_______797, 17Sd________945, 16 Sd
Highest velocity factory load__103 ft-lbs._______138 ft.lbs.________194 ft.-lbs.

Federal 98 LRN factory___________n/f_______________729, 12 Sd________884, 35 Sd

Remington 98 LRN_______________n/f_______________643, 24 Sd________825, 17 Sd

Accurate 31-114D, 2.5 BE____746, 9 Sd________795, 15 Sd________947, 11 Sd
Max. in pre-1960 revolvers___141ft.-lbs._______160 ft.-lbs.________227 ft.-lbs.

Accurate 31-125D, 6.3__#2400__820, 19Sd_______890 19 Sd_________1240, 29 Sd
Some unburned powder in revolver, good rifle accuracy, acceptable, no signs of high pressure.

Accurate 31-134D, 6.3 #2400__828, 19 Sd_______913, 16 Sd________1221, 16 Sd
Max. for post-1960 Colts______204 ft.-lbs._______248 ft.-lbs.________443 ft.-lbs.!
Ejected cases fall out easily, clean burn, accurate, recoil similar to .38 Special STOP right there!
Accurate in rifle! Shoots to the fixed sights at 50 yards in revolver.

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[Ramjet-SS]

The load I shoot is 130 HP GC cast from Mihec mold over a good dose of WW296.

[Green Frog]

The load I shoot is 120 HP GC cast from Mihec mold over a good dose of WW296.

You know, there's no good reason that S&W couldn't make a run of 16-5s in 327 FM or even (GASP!) the mythical 616. The longer this discussion goes on, the more convinced I am that they would sell! Then again, what do I know? :roll:

Froggie

[Ramjet-SS]

From that gun the 130 grain GC cast HP (sorry was going off memory with the 120 comment) loaded over 10.9 grains of WW296 averages 1297 FPS.

Same gun shooting the Federal self defense ammo loaded 95 grain Gold Dot runs 1480 FPS.

And yes I agree why won't S&W build those guns? Puzzles me but then again I may be easily confused.

[Zim]

I'm still pondering the 4.2" SP-101. The full underlug & weight puts me off. Of course, I like the pencil barrel model 10s also.

I'm shooting an LBT 120 grain with good accuracy from a Single Seven. Fun.

[Ramjet-SS]

Speaking of accuracy that gun I pictured above is fantastic with that load. But even more impressive was the performance in wet news print of that 130 grain cast HP it penetrated 16" and the disruption of news prints was substantial.

[singleshot]

I have a 327 Fed Taurus snubby. Nothing special to look at, blued with synthetic black grips...but a surprisingly accurate shooter! Full-power loads are loud-barking fire-breathers.
I've been looking for a good flat nose 115-130 grain mould when running across this thread. I'm thinking about a SingleSix but have read some reviews about sticky cases.

[beemer]

I have a CZ-50 and a Colt Police Positive Special in 32. The Colt has been buffed out and nickel plated but is in nice shooting condition. I had a Lee 30 cal. 113 gr soup can mould that I cut the gas check shank off, made a nice 100 gr. FN boolit for the Colt.
Dave

[Markbo]

"Hartonized" Single Six.
http://i116.photobucket.com/albums/o10/Markbo_photos/Handguns/Revolvers/32HR1.jpg (http://s116.photobucket.com/user/Markbo_photos/media/Handguns/Revolvers/32HR1.jpg.html)

[xxxx]

http://i1254.photobucket.com/albums/hh615/pete3240/32s-2.jpg (http://s1254.photobucket.com/user/pete3240/media/32s-2.jpg.html)

Been lurking for a few months and just happened to notice this post. First post so being a fan of the .32's I thought I'd put up a picture of mine.

Top: Is a Colt Army Special in 32-20 WCF
Right: S&W 16-4 in .32 Mag. used in a League last Winter
Bottom: A S&W Hand Ejector in .32 S&WL
Left: A Ruger SS in .32 Mag. Use it mostly to shoot Deer chasing dogs

Pete

[EMC45]

Nice .32s Pete.

[9.3X62AL]

Nice .32s Pete.

Yes, indeed.

I REALLY need to stay out of this thread.......my 22 LR handguns worry that I'll have Harton or Bowen surgically alter them to 32 SWL for a couple days after every visit. If I go open the safe, my Model 617 shudders noticeably. It shoots way too well for that to happen, but a Single-Six convertible might not be so lucky.

[Green Frog]

Yes, indeed.

I REALLY need to stay out of this thread.......my 22 LR handguns worry that I'll have Harton or Bowen surgically alter them to 32 SWL for a couple days after every visit. If I go open the safe, my Model 617 shudders noticeably. It shoots way too well for that to happen, but a Single-Six convertible might not be so lucky.

What you really need to do is buy some 617 PARTS and do this...
http://smith-wessonforum.com/s-w-revolvers-1980-present/260686-project-616-a.html
and leave the 617 alone!

Froggie

[Good Cheer]

The only .32 I load for these days, uses an old flat nose from LBT and reworked 32-20 cases.

http://i791.photobucket.com/albums/yy192/SNARGLEFLERK/Mdl.1892_zpskzrci4v8.jpg (http://s791.photobucket.com/user/SNARGLEFLERK/media/Mdl.1892_zpskzrci4v8.jpg.html)

[9.3X62AL]

Frog--I would be loath to rework any decent S&W or Colt double-action revolver example unless it was a "basket case" already. A Single-Six isn't "out of print" yet, and they are out there in good numbers--so my "conscience" would be unhit by such reluctances. IDEAL would be to locate a D-frame Colt or I/J-frame S&W with 4"+ barrel at a fair price, but such things have largely eluded capture when the gold was disposable.

[Green Frog]

Frog--I would be loath to rework any decent S&W or Colt double-action revolver example unless it was a "basket case" already. A Single-Six isn't "out of print" yet, and they are out there in good numbers--so my "conscience" would be unhit by such reluctances. IDEAL would be to locate a D-frame Colt or I/J-frame S&W with 4"+ barrel at a fair price, but such things have largely eluded capture when the gold was disposable.

I guess I'm just a heathen and a Philistine, but to me (unless it's in near-perfect condition or a rare collector's item) a firearm is just a tool to be be used and altered to suit. If they all were kept pristine, we wouldn't get to shoot any of them, and they wouldn't carry a premium for condition! :?

On the S&W Forum another member (Keith44) described rebuilding a Registered Magnum into a target 44 Special... a procedure that brought howls from some, but admiration from others. The rest of the un-altered RMs got a little more valuable and he had a gun S&W could have (should have?) built and nobody else has. My Model 66 no-dash was one of many thousands of used police trade-ins. Its internals had been replaced at least once and it had been rebarreled as well as having its stainless rear sight replaced, but now it is both a fine and useful addition to my firearms battery AND something of a showpiece for its unusual nature. Would either of us have bought a mint condition version of the "donor gun" we used to alter it as we did? Most unlikely. BUT a well used example of the species is "fair game" for alteration and adaptation, and I for one am glad I was able to do it.

As to your proposed alteration of the I-frame, that would involve an older, weaker gun which is experiencing a surge in collector interest, and the J-frame is also somewhat weak, especially if you want to go to a 327 FM. I currently own 4 I-frame 32s (all old enough to be coil spring guns) and keep loadings to a much less than enthusiastic level in deference to their age. My niece's Model 30-1 gets only factory equivalent 32 S&W Long loadings even though I feel confident it could withstand more.

That's my story and I'm sticking to it! ;)

Froggie

PS This is not to discourage the use of a Single Six as a donor gun... Hondo44 has done a couple and he is quite happy with the result. You've got to do what fits your wants and needs.

[olafhardt]

I like Colt Police Positives NOT PP SPECIALS in 32 new police (SW-L) and newer I frame Smiffs. I think souping them up is more a matter of reloading than machining because of the shorter cylinders, which make them lighter and changes the dynamics of the gun. I got some bad reloading data when I first started reloading and put over a thousand 90 grain SWC through my late 20's Colt Police Positive at 1135 ft/sec. That gun is still tight as a tick. I haven't had the 50's Smiff as long but suspect it is even stronger. It is my feeling that at 800 fps the 32 NP/SWL is an ok round. One thing I have is the Colts don't seem to soot up cases as bad as S&W's or H&R's. I like my 32's small.

[JHeath]

Starrett says this is a .32