I went by and took a long look at the SP101's my local dealer has today.
After a up close and personal look at these, a few things are apparent.
The trigger needs some serious help, the stock grips have to go and the sights are definitely minimal. I had hope that the SP101 could accommodate 32-20, but after looking at the cyl, I'm not sure that's possible dimensionally.
I've been recommended a 10lb Wolff spring kit to lighten the trigger from 800lbs down to roughly 10, and grips are available from a variety of reputable sources. The sights are great for concealed carry (as the SP101 was intended) but they are definitely small. A couple of fiber optic front sights available, and it appears different heights as well. The extra/accessory sights aren't cheap, so I might try and see if I can find someone to fit an adjustable set.
I will definitely take the gun out a few times before any permanent mods. With a little luck, maybe the stars will align and my loads will shoot to POA.
I like both, but can't afford both. The 3" feels just about as handy as a third arm and the 4" adds just enough weight to give the gun a little better balance. The 3" is easier to stow when trekking thru the woods, the 4" feels like it would be a better option for a plinker. The extra weight and sight radius et al.
I plan to use this as a range gun, a take a newbie shooting gun, a small game gun, a plinker and all around fun gun. I know the 32 H&R could assume the roll of SD if forced, but I don't see that coming to pass.
My dealer has asked me to make a decision post haste on which one I want, since he has someone else interested in whichever one I don't take.
Dale, Deputy Al, I know you guys have a stable of 32H&R's, any comments ?
Whaddya think guys ?
3" or 4" ?
Thanks in advance
'Slick
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