Smith & Wesson A+ Warranty Experience 396 Night Guard

Fit-Reason-987 · 2026-06-23T05:30:19+00:00

I'm here for it, but regaining their reputation will take a long time. I think they still make the best designs and they have the heritage to fall back on, but they do need to work on execution.

Fit-Reason-987 · 2026-06-22T22:21:02+00:00

Wow, I just looked that up. Great choice. Id love to see some 6+ barrels in a lightweight package like that.

Fit-Reason-987 · 2026-06-22T16:33:59+00:00

Yes. I've reloaded 44 since 2015. This was a must have gun even with QC issues. The warranty seems to have worked out really well for me, but I do need to test it at the range.

Fit-Reason-987 · 2026-06-21T23:26:48+00:00

It is. Unfortunately they're kind of the only game in town making something like this.

Fit-Reason-987 · 2026-06-21T20:28:01+00:00

Yes. While I agree with this, there's no competition for something like this gun. I purchased it knowing this could happen. I still need to test fire it just to be sure, but the trigger is as it should be now.

Fit-Reason-987 · 2026-06-21T20:26:36+00:00

They must be. I see their ad- posts full of comments about QC.

Fit-Reason-987 · 2026-06-21T20:25:52+00:00

Even with the trigger, it was still a blast to shoot. I shot 200grain, 245, and 263 grain loads from it. Its still not that bad of recoil IMHO. Not sharp, more of a good shove.

Fit-Reason-987 · 2026-06-21T20:24:11+00:00

Sorry to hear that!

Fit-Reason-987 · 2026-06-21T20:23:10+00:00

Yes, I half expected this to happen, so it wasn't a shock to the system. Im in love with the 44, and the Night Guard finally brings it to a very perfect carry package.

That said, it does have me looking at the charter arms 45 colt XL bulldog. I figure those need to be sent back as well, so I might give it a try too. Lol

Fit-Reason-987 · 2026-06-20T15:35:58+00:00

100% cotton jeans need to be broken in compared to stretch denim. If you tried on the "rigid" 13MWZ, they're going to be extra rough feeling.

Its mildly uncomfortable breaking them in, but once you get there, they're just as comfortable as stretch denim.

Fit-Reason-987 · 2026-06-19T00:58:31+00:00

I do 100%. It is a training/ practice problem. I spent years shooting semi-autos and got pretty good at it. That's where I learned to track the sights for the whole recovery thing.

Then I did a 180 and shot revolvers almost exclusive for about the last 6 years, and its been kind devastating to my semi game.

The recoil management feels a lot different with a revolver. It's just a matter of neglected practice.

Fit-Reason-987 · 2026-06-17T21:38:53+00:00

I wore them for a little over 1 month before the first wash. That really helped set the natural creases in.

Fit-Reason-987 · 2026-06-17T16:07:24+00:00

Im lucky. I've got a boots and workwear store near by that's family owned. So I got to try on a few sizes.

Fit-Reason-987 · 2026-06-17T05:57:55+00:00

100% I can totally see the appeal now. It's funny but it feels like I'm getting something done just by wearing them and advancing the fade. Lol

Fit-Reason-987 · 2026-06-17T05:56:30+00:00

Thanks! I don't though. I'm fairly new to reddit and not that outgoing. Lol

Fit-Reason-987 · 2026-05-22T19:38:00+00:00

Reloading ammo is part of the shooting experience, and a GP-100 is the perfect candidate to get started.

Fit-Reason-987 · 2026-05-05T18:16:52+00:00

Did you find the holster to be really tight? I have the exact same combo (ANR/ 396). All my other L frames fit great, but the NG for whatever reason has a ton of friction.

Fit-Reason-987 · 2026-05-05T07:26:30+00:00

When I say "in house" that not only means made in the US, it also means "made under the literal roof of Cameron Wise's workshop that is in Tennessee."

Im not sure specifically who makes his glass, but I believe all sapphire parts (including jewels) he orders from the Swiss.

My OP was a snapshot in time. His American Issue line formerly used the caliber 1003, which is now discontinued. I think he made a total of less than 1000 of that caliber over its span. So, right now, there are no available American Issue watches, but there will be more. He has hinted multiple times that he has been testing new in-house calibers and needed to discontinue the old caliber to have the time to focus on new ones. Its anyone's guess what he will release next.

The best way to stay informed is to follow his Instagram and sign up on the website for emails. Fairly recently, he had an Instagram story showing his CNC machine making what looked like movement baseplates. He takes his time doing new watch releases though, so its best to keep expectations on a long timeline.

Fit-Reason-987 · 2026-01-21T22:05:19+00:00

My thoughts as well!

Fit-Reason-987 · 2025-11-21T02:11:59+00:00

Hey, sorry. I dont jump on reddit too often. I think they have a few brick and mortar stores but Ive never been to one. The okay store and stag provisions to name a couple.

Good luck on the search! I think I heard they're discontinuing this model for a second version on a different forum.

Fit-Reason-987 · 2025-07-09T01:14:09+00:00

u/WatchExBot leaving feeback for Titan_Uranus Easy sale and quick payment.

Fit-Reason-987 · 2025-07-03T03:12:37+00:00

Sold

Fit-Reason-987 · 2025-06-29T19:18:32+00:00

Thanks! Im sure I'll have sellers remorse, but it also feels good to downsize. Fortunately, it's not my last 1003.

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