Yep a stock S&W revolver slicks up just as good as a PC gun. Can tell no difference when shooting.Depends. If you have impeccable tastes like Dean and the budget, go for it. Aesthetics are important.
For me, I have always stuck with the "standard" fare and worked on them accordingly to get them where I wanted.
I have had the honor of shooting with the best revolver shooters in the world and never heard any of them say they could outshoot a stock S&W revolver.A standard Smith revolver will take you to any skill set that requires a custom gun. When you can out shoot a good production gun, you will know when to add custom fearures.
Exactly. Until it comes to IHMSA or Bullseye Revolver Division. To be in the running, a skill set makes the most difference but every ounce of accuracy will often make the difference between Master skill sets. Be it Custom cut barrels, different grips, blueprinted chambers and custom ammo along with a predictable smooth consistent action along with better sight options than a standard revolver offers. IMO.I have had the honor of shooting with the best revolver shooters in the world and never heard any of them say they could outshoot a stock S&W revolver.
Some disciplines need specialized equipment like NRA action with barricade wings and grips for prone shooting.
Some want heavy or lighter barrels for various reasons.
But for competition IDPA, USPSA, STEEL CHALLENGE, ICORE I don't believe anyone can outshoot a stock gun.
A trigger job helps but the best revolver shooters it doesn't matter that much the trigger weight but how smooth is Way more important IMO.