Why doesnt S&W make Aluminum K/L Frames! - Page 2

VictorLouis · December 18, 2012, 04:35 PM

The 2" M12 is a joy to carry everyday, even in the pocket of khakis or Dockers. Unsurpassed K-frame action, grip options, and that 6th shot.

Obambulate · December 18, 2012, 04:53 PM

I predict Ruger will own this market with a medium-frame polymer/alloy/steel wheel gun - I call it the LSR for Light Service Revolver. What excites me about the concept is the potential cost savings over steel revolvers and the much improved potential for carry.

I'm thinking about something the size of a hammerless K-frame, barrels of 2, 3, and 4", and a weight of somewhere between 22-oz and 28-oz, depending on caliber and barrel. I'll take a 5-shot .44 Special, a 6 or 7 shot .38/.357, and a 10-shot .22 LR, for starters. Street prices under $500. Who's with me?

Ferretboy · December 18, 2012, 06:53 PM

Its too bad we cant all carry the full size weapon of our choice everyday without "Big Brother" stepping in for everyones safety.

I like the feel of a full weight gun at my side, not sure if I would like Aluminum. if I am going the light route I have a full sized XDm.

drail · December 18, 2012, 08:00 PM

Because aluminum is for beer cans and airplanes. Steel is for precision high strength tools that must work. I consider a handgun a tool.

tekarra · December 18, 2012, 08:21 PM

If S&W brought back the model 12 I would be first in line.

December 18, 2012, 04:35 PM	#26
VictorLouis Senior Member Join Date: January 12, 2000 Location: Arizona Posts: 2,302	The 2" M12 is a joy to carry everyday, even in the pocket of khakis or Dockers. Unsurpassed K-frame action, grip options, and that 6th shot. __________________ Airguns? Please visit here

December 18, 2012, 06:53 PM	#28
Ferretboy Senior Member Join Date: December 6, 2012 Location: Longview, WA Posts: 214	Its too bad we cant all carry the full size weapon of our choice everyday without "Big Brother" stepping in for everyones safety. I like the feel of a full weight gun at my side, not sure if I would like Aluminum. if I am going the light route I have a full sized XDm. __________________ There is no such thing as Overkill, Dead is Dead!

December 18, 2012, 08:00 PM	#29
drail Junior member Join Date: February 2, 2008 Posts: 3,150	Because aluminum is for beer cans and airplanes. Steel is for precision high strength tools that must work. I consider a handgun a tool. Last edited by drail; December 18, 2012 at 08:25 PM.

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December 18, 2012, 04:53 PM	#27
Obambulate Senior Member Join Date: February 22, 2011 Posts: 582	I predict Ruger will own this market with a medium-frame polymer/alloy/steel wheel gun - I call it the LSR for Light Service Revolver. What excites me about the concept is the potential cost savings over steel revolvers and the much improved potential for carry. I'm thinking about something the size of a hammerless K-frame, barrels of 2, 3, and 4", and a weight of somewhere between 22-oz and 28-oz, depending on caliber and barrel. I'll take a 5-shot .44 Special, a 6 or 7 shot .38/.357, and a 10-shot .22 LR, for starters. Street prices under $500. Who's with me?

December 18, 2012, 08:21 PM	#30
tekarra Senior Member Join Date: May 26, 2007 Posts: 1,164	If S&W brought back the model 12 I would be first in line.