Today I was visiting with a friend who began his LE career in the late 70's. He showed me one of his old duty 686 revolvers and it had a modification on the hammer that could be engaged, preventing it from moving. It's a little section machined that slides to the side and creates a mechanical block against the frame. He said a few guys back in the day had this mod done to prevent a crook from being able to use the weapon against the officer if obtained during a gun grab. He could not remember the company's name or many details but thought it was done sometime in 80' or 81'.
I'd never seen anything like this before and would like to hear from you guys that have. I don't think I'd ever want a mod like this but I understand training and tactics have come a long way. Still, I thought it would make a good walk down memory lane for some so I took a few pics.
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Yes, he says he regrets the laser engraving which was added years later.
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