In 1971 the Model 14 (fixed sight) and Model 15 (adjustable sight) Dan Wesson revolvers were released, and they had a more contemporary look, including a recessed barrel nut. There are 14-1 and 15-1 models, they are “pork chop” style models. The rear sight on the Model 15 is secured to the frame by its retaining pin (#16)—yet another roll pin—and the elevation screw (#14). Unfortunately, Wesson's Model 15 is not a part of the lineup at this point. If you get into early models or the fixed barrel models there are some other designations, but that is basically it for 357's. The Model 14 was a relatively obscure model and was not produced in large quantities from 1974 to 1981. Unfortunately, Wesson's Model 15 is not a part of the lineup at this point. Dan Wesson Model 22,22LR . To me, the 586 has a better double action trigger pull and of course the Dan Wesson has the advantage of interchangable barrels (mine is the Pistol Pac). ACCURACY The accuracy at the Dan Wesson revolver has been well established. Are these as strong as a S&W model 19, or are they closer to the 586? The new models still used the "pork chop" flanged barrel assembly, but the muzzle nut was redesigned and recessed inside the shroud to improve the gun's appearance. Clearance 3. I have found both of them to be comparable in accuracy, single action trigger pull, and general durability. Barrel Nut S. Front Sight Front Sight Pin 7. GI#: 101616542. [LAST STAND AT SABER RIVER] Confederate veteran to his wife. Dan Wesson Model 15/715 Fixed Barrel Target NEXT STEP: Download Your Free Storm Tactical Printable Target Pack 62 Printable MOA Targets with DOT Drills - Rifle Range in YARDS This impressive target pack from our friends at Storm Tactical contains 62 printable targets for rifle and handgun range use. I bought a Dan Wesson model 15 .357 Magnum in Georgia in 1973. DW's are strong, durable, very accurate revolvers, and the ability to change barrel length is a plus you will not find anywhere else. The marks on the bottom of the barrel assembly are from actual use. Since handguns occasionally get dropped, their sights can suffer serious damage. I also have two Model 15’s and enjoy gapping the barrel and otherwise tuning them – which is remarkably easy compared to other revolvers. Oh, this is the model that has a drift adjustable rear sight for windage only. The Dan Wesson 15-2 revolvers were available in a number of different variants. Shooting and showing a classic Dan Wesson revolver with interchangeable barrels. I have an unfired Dan Wesson .357 magnum pistol pac, bought as an investment and it is truly a beauty. It has been out of production since 2005. Gauge, cyl. It is the 10" heavy underlug, solid rib, barrel assembly for the Dan Wesson Model 15-2 357 magnum. Serial Number info from Dan Wesson Arms- Mo I have kludged together what I think to be descriptive of the older .357 models based on the Blue Book of Gun Values, the writeup on old build revolvers on the new wesson web site, a Palmer catalog and examination of my collection. There are 14-1 and 15-1 models, they are “pork chop” style models. It shows the newer style shroud for a model 15. I am new to this forum and I am trying to find a way to be sure that – if I am lucky enough to find any for sale – any shrouds I buy will fit my model 15, pork chop style. Found one in good shape locally with a 4" barrel for $325 + tax. Superior accuracy is achieved by virtue of the basic design of the Dan Wesson revolver. Their product focus is on a line of 1911 style automatic pistols. Their product focus is on a line of 1911 style automatic pistols. This gun only held 5 rounds of 38+P and was offered with a 2″ barrel. These are easilly as strong as a Smith L frame (586) and … During the 1970s, Dan Wesson focused on adding new chamberings for his gun. It is the only revolver in which the barrel is secured at both ends and always under tension. Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube. my brother is looking for a .357 revolver, and I found a Dan Wesson model 14 with a 4" bbl. But the Dan Wesson has the lightest trigger pull, both single and double action. Between 1993 and 1995 Dan Wesson produced the model 738P (aka Lil' Dan) which had a slightly smaller frame than the Small Frames. Price $800 and $25 shipping. I have nothing but good experiences with DW revolvers. I’ve wanted a Dan Wesson for years and finally found one this past March. Price seems a little high based on a little research though. Finish is a little worn on this one but it is a sweet shooter. Available barrel lengths were 2.5, 3, 4, 6, 8, 10 and 15, as well as the following profiles: half underlug with a plain rib (Standard), half underlug with a vented rib (SV), full underlug with a plain rib (Heavy) and full underlug with a vented rib (HV). I also have a Colt Python 6” and a Model 27 6”, and for conversation a Model 29 8.7/8” too. Dan Wesson 65 Borden Ave. Norwich, NY 13815. SOLD Manufacturer: dan wesson Model: 15-2VH Caliber Info: 357 Condition: EXCELLANT [ARCHIVED THREAD] - Dan Wesson model 14 357mag. Thanks! Dan Wesson made excellent revolvers on the older ones. Are all model 15s of the pork chop style? I had a Dan Wesson Pistol Pak years ago and found it to be very accurate as well as being extremely versatile. Model 15-2 with an 8” vent heavy barrel. I'm working on a trade to get a Dan Wesson model 14 in 357 Magnum. The Model 15, in particular, would become the flagship Dan Wesson switch-barrel revolver. CHH Or, were model 15s made both ways? I love my Dan Wesson 1911 10 mm made a couple years ago.I want to say one of my older 357s is a model 15. Broken down that is, Model 15 , adjustable sights, Model 14 has fixed sights and a more matte, service finish.-2 is the evolvement to this shroud as opposed to the pork chop shroud. This gun is in excellant as new condition, shows no use with its original factory box and wrench. I would, personally, pass on it. The interchangable barrels add flexibility. The primary sticking point was the barrel nut that extended beyond the shroud. NOS Pachmayr Grips for Dan Wesson 44 Size Frame Small Grip. Dan Wesson Model 15/715 Fixed Barrel Target NEXT STEP: Download Your Free Storm Tactical Printable Target Pack 62 Printable MOA Targets with DOT Drills - Rifle Range in YARDS This impressive target pack from our friends at Storm Tactical contains 62 printable targets for rifle and handgun range use. I went to a bookstore and asked the saleswoman "Were is the Self Help Section?" The Model 15, in particular, would become the flagship Dan Wesson switch-barrel revolver. The brand grew in popularity during the 1970s. This rib is a bit more difficult to come by than the vented version. Wrench Adapter 4. I ‘stoned’ the action and got it quite smooth – fantastic trigger after that. Today, Dan Wesson company is still around under the name Wesson Company, as a subsidiary of CZ-USA. It is the only revolver in which the barrel is secured at both ends and always under tension. ACCURACY The accuracy at the Dan Wesson revolver has been well established. Monday-Friday 7am-4pm Eastern (800) 955-4486 It was stolen some 15 years later. Jump to Latest Follow 1 - 13 of 13 Posts. Monday-Friday 7am-4pm Eastern (800) 955-4486 In 1971, DW introduced the Models 14 (fixed sights) and 15 (adjustable sights) in.357 Magnum caliber. Are they worth messing with? Early models of the 14 (fixed sights) and 15 (adjustable) had an external barrel nut that soon became a flush one, and also had a “pork chop” type barrel shroud where the front part of the frame was also incorporated. I have owned both the Dan Wesson model 15 and the Smith & Wesson 586 for over 30 years. Dan wesson 15-2VH Description: Dan wesson 15-2VH, 357mag, 6" vented rib heavy barrel which interchanges. There are 14-1 and 15-1 models, they are “pork chop” style models. It has been out of production since 2005. Dan Wesson 15-2 Revolver,357 magnum,8" VR Barrel,Adjustable Sight Near Mint Condition,98% Bluing,with only Loss being minor Muzzle ... Area Code: 570 . I will throw one more fact at you that will muddy the waters. Please subscribe if you like the videos.Education and safety the -2 models have the “straight” shroud. The Dan Wesson “Pistol Pack” comes with 5 barrels. Good gun...you will find they are very accurate....the 14 is fixed sight model vs. the 15 adjustable...made in several variations V=Vented Rib, VH=Vented Heavy Rib etc....I happen to own a couple here is a pic of my 14.... Also if it has the "porkchop" style barrel shroud it is a Model 14; if it has the modern shroud (like Rod's above) it is a model 14-2. From hunters and military members, to competition shooters and general firearm enthusiasts, we welcome anyone who values and respects the way of the firearm. All Rights Reserved. I miss that revolver; and I sure didn’t pay $1,168 for it in 1973! In 1971 the Model 14 (fixed sight) and Model 15 (adjustable sight) Dan Wesson revolvers were released, and they had a more contemporary look, including a recessed barrel nut. That is 2 6in, a 2in, 4in and 8in. A brief look at the Dan Wesson model 15, extremely accurate and well made revolver. I have the same question as the OP. The model 14 was a fixed site version of the model 15 (target model) model 15 barrels and shrouds will fit although you need special front sights due to the lower rear. AR15.Com reserves the right to overwrite or replace any affiliate, commercial, or monetizable links, posted by users, with our own. What's a Dan Wesson model 14 .357 worth in 90% condition? PARTS FOR DAN WESSON Model 14-2 15-2 Target Wrench 2. Early DW 14/15 “pork chop” barrel shroud D ... First off , The one in the picture is a model 15-2HV. I've read a ton of threads on model 15's but nothing specifically on the fixed-sight model 14. Superior accuracy is achieved by virtue of the basic design of the Dan Wesson revolver. Here is a picture of the Dan Wesson 44 Mag along side a S&W M29 44 Mag, you can see the Dan Wesson … Currently I have a Model 686 no dash and it was the most accurate and had the best trigger over the two other .357s I had at the time. Dan Wesson Firearms Revolver Instruction Manual Small Frame Models 4. Dan Wesson Model 14 The Model 14 is very similar to the Model 15, only it had fixed sights. Any use of this content without express written consent is prohibited. If anyone out there has had personal experience with one I'd like to hear about it - good, bad or ugly. AR15.COM is the worldâs largest firearm community and is a gathering place for firearm enthusiasts of all types. This is a video to take apart and put back together the Dan Wesson 14-2 for maintenance and cleaning. $1200.00 . Copyright © 1996-2021 AR15.COM LLC. Unless you really like the action and just want a 357. It comes as seen 2 sets of grips and tool to for sale by Shooting Investments on GunsAmerica - 992656364 Dan Wesson 65 Borden Ave. Norwich, NY 13815. She said if she told me, it would defeat the purpose. Dan Wesson 14-2 & 15-2 Revolver Owner's Manual $11.95 - 14 Pages; Dan Wesson Arms Model 14-2 Service, Model 15-2 Target revolvers Operations manual ; Dan Wesson Large Frame & SuperMag Revolver Manual $7.95 - 8 Pages I own several Smith and Wesson 357 revolvers and love them all. If you get into early models or the fixed barrel models there are some other designations, but that is basically it for 357's. Dan Wesson Firearms Revolver Instruction Manual Small Frame Models 4. Subscribe to our monthly Newsletter to receive firearm news, product discounts from your favorite Industry Partners, and more. Both would be the porkchop style and will not accept the later straight shrouds. Replacing them on a Dan Wesson isn’t difficult. On your Dan Wesson 357's, if it is a fixed sight frame it is a Model 14 and if it is an adjustable sight frame it is a Model 15. Ending Thursday at 12:59PM PDT 3d 10h. the -2 models have the “straight” shroud. Shroud Before you can back out the screw, the pin has to be drifted aside. What a fantastic pistol. I own a bunch of Dan Wesson revolvers, so maybe I'm biased, but if it's clean and functions properly, and you would pay that same money for a Smith or a Ruger, then buy it. The model 14 was a fixed site version of the model 15 (target model) model 15 barrels and shrouds will fit although you need special front sights due to the lower rear. Today, Dan Wesson company is still around under the name Wesson Company, as a subsidiary of CZ-USA. Drift adjust rear is not a 14-2, almost certainly a 14 or 14-1 model. Is that a problem? Very hard to find a Dan Wesson smith, but normally none are needed. for $399 at my local gun store. A .44 Mag version was developed along with a .32 H&R Mag, .41 Magnum and a .45 Long Colt. I liked that you could fine tune the barrel fitting so that you could optimize its performance. If so then the schematic on Numrich Gun Parts web site is in error. 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