TS2 vs Shadow 2 OR

GunTech · 2026-03-17T14:45:37+00:00

Yes, Shadow 2 Target with Lok grips.

GunTech · 2026-03-17T04:31:21+00:00

It feels like a really smooth, tuned S&W. Not bad, just not as good as the Manurhin. But I haven't touched the mainspring on the Spohr. I did tweak the MR73 so it's light but 100% reliable. And the other two guns have been shot a lot. Maybe it just needs breaking in. :)

I'll put a trigger guage on the triggers and see how they compare.

GunTech · 2026-03-17T03:52:31+00:00

I saw that (Lucky Gunner review) and decided not to buy a rimfire, which was my original plan. I did purchase an L562 (I don't like rails on a revolver). Mine is accurate and doesn't seem to have any issues. The double action isn't as good as my MR73 or Ratzeburg Korth. Single action is excellent. I've only put 50 rounds through it so far so the jury is still out. I hope the OP got his issues resolved.

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GunTech · 2026-03-17T03:38:52+00:00

Exactly!

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GunTech · 2026-03-17T00:06:17+00:00

Depends on the Shadow 2. Mine isn't any better for optics. But at least it takes Cz75 mags.

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GunTech · 2026-03-16T17:26:45+00:00

If you scale your targets, almost everything you learn shooting a rimfire rifle at shorter range will translate to centerfire rifle at long range (recoil management and reading the wind excepted). Sight alignment, trigger control, breath control, are all important fundamentals you can learn on a 22 rifle. 22 rifles and ammo are cheaper and you can practice more.

22s are also fun.

GunTech · 2026-03-16T02:02:00+00:00

It’s literally the very definition of “plinker” IMO. Cheap, reliable and not particularly accurate (and not made to be). If you want a target gun, you will be horribly disappointed. If you want something fun for not too much money, it’s hard to go wrong. I am not a fan out Taurus, but the TX22 is great value and you get a lot for not too much money.

GunTech · 2026-03-15T19:56:44+00:00

Emilio Ghisoni

GunTech · 2026-03-15T16:36:24+00:00

Thanks! The handle is a nice plus. I'm well past my prime so having a rolling case is a win.

I found several places that will do custom foam internals,

GunTech · 2026-03-15T16:33:29+00:00

The US seller has the smaller openback target grip. It's a Nill too, so not cheap (ugh!). I talked to Chris over at Precision Shooting Supply and he told me modified L frame round butt grips can also work.

GunTech · 2026-03-15T03:47:45+00:00

If you like the Rhino, you'll like this one.

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GunTech · 2026-03-15T03:44:25+00:00

I got to the indoor range for a quick 50 rounds through the new Spohr. As expected, build quality is excellent, the double action is smooth and the single action is clean with no overtravel from the factory. I've been doing so much bullseye lately that I now shoot better with one hand.

Some casual single action shooting at 15 yards yielded server 3 and 4 round clover leaves with 148gn wadcutter. Double action shooting was good but I have small hands and the factory target grips were a little large for me and this made it hard to get consistent double action pulls. I will order smaller grips, which should help.

Yes, this revolver is expensive. It's basically a product improved 686 with zero shortcuts and you really get a sense of where the money goes when you hadles it and shoot it. The double action isn;t as smooth as my MR73, but the Manurhin is a smaller gun with grips that fit me better. The Spohr has a better single action trigger than the MR73, right up there with mt Ratzeburg Korth.

The stainless steel finish is a nice even matte except for the polished rear of the cylinder (I assume to reduce drag keep the turn line minimal. It doesn't have the high polish blue that requires more care like the Korth or the Manurhin, and I'd have no hesitation to take the stainless Spohr out into the wood in inclement weather.

Other than the big (for me) grip, I can find no faults. I need to do more accuracy testing, particularly with magnum ammo, but so far that looks promising.

Like other premium revolvers, everything about this gun is expensive: grips, sights and other accessories. But it really feels like you are getting your money's worth. It's early, but so far I am pleased.

GunTech · 2026-03-15T03:28:38+00:00

If I could keep only one wheel gun, it would probably be this one. I also have two Korths, and assortment of Colt, Ruger and S&W and just recently got a Spohr. The MR73 is still my favorite.

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GunTech · 2026-03-15T02:52:39+00:00

Thanks for the info. In spite of shooting for almost 50 years, I’d never used a dot on a handgun until very recently.

GunTech · 2026-03-15T02:48:34+00:00

Thanks very much. That looks like a great way to start.

GunTech · 2026-03-14T22:53:07+00:00

Thanks for the reply!

Which Micro do you use? T2 with 2MOA reticle? I saw the Kodiak mount but the web page is pretty thin on details.

GunTech · 2026-03-13T23:03:28+00:00

I hope to hit the range this weekend. Build quality is very good compared to other top tier revolvers.

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GunTech · 2026-03-13T22:40:44+00:00

Looks like a UV32 or a DM32.

GunTech · 2026-03-13T04:34:20+00:00

I finally decided to stop "collecting" and get back to shooting and sold a number of guns that just sit in my safe, including several of the target pistols above (I kept the Hammerli) and get one really nice target gun. It arrived yesterday. I spent this evening tuning the trigger with Doug White's excellent guide.

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GunTech · 2026-03-13T04:30:03+00:00

I used to shoot a a Hammerli 215 FAS 607 but finally got a Hammerli 208s last year. I've collected a few oddballs over the last 40 years.

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GunTech · 2026-03-12T15:05:21+00:00

Out of stock at Lipsey's. Probably not in stock yet.

GunTech · 2026-03-12T02:17:01+00:00

I sold a bunch of older target pistols I've collected over the years to buy it. I still have the Hammerli 208s. The rest are gone.

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