I joined a year ago but took a break from researching an inherited gun collection on this forum because I was obsessing and doing nothing else. You guys are addictive. Last week I pulled my guns out again and now I've got chair sores and bloodshot eyes from a 5 day marathon of reading and doing...

I have acquired from the original owner the shipping boxes, boxes and papers to SA23329 and SA23330, which are Gen 3, Type 3 Engraved SAAs from 1979. The shipping boxes are in great shape and the boxes contain the papers, purchase order, and original grips (factory-replaced with Ivory). The...

Obviously boxes are necessary for NIB guns whether buying or selling, but how about for guns of a lesser condition? I just purchased a 1969 4" Python. It has quite a bit of holster wear, but no pitting and has a tight lockup. I purchased it as a pick-up gun and/or shooter, or I may see if I...