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S&W 52
Posted: Thu Aug 24, 2006 9:14 am
by Irod
The S&W 52 .38 spl. autopistol is used in ISSF tournaments?
Posted: Thu Aug 24, 2006 10:01 am
by David Levene
Yes, quite often in the past but not as frequently now.
M52 in ISSF
Posted: Thu Aug 24, 2006 4:27 pm
by Mike T.
A factor to be borne in mind when considering the S&W Model 52 for use in ISSF 25 m Center Fire Pistol is that, as delivered, the 52 has a trigger pull that is less than the minimum required 1360 grams - being closer to 1134 grams. S&W did offer a "heavier" (stiffer) sear spring that brought the trigger weight above 1360 grams, but the last I checked, they no longer had any available. Presumably, a spring could be fabricated. Additionally, it has been suggested to me that a stiffer drawbar plunger spring might provide an increase in trigger let off weight.
Mike T.
Posted: Thu Aug 24, 2006 6:56 pm
by F. Paul in Denver
Irod,
The M52 you speak of is an excellent gun for the ISSF center fire match. However, it is a very difficult gun to shoot well. Another disadvantage is that parts are very difficult to find and very expensive.
F. Paul in Denver