I am Rodentman. Bought my first handgun (S&W 28-2) in 1972 when I lived in AZ. I don't have that one anymore, although I recently got a mint 28-2 that dates to 1976. It was originally shipped to Farwell Ozmun & Kirk in St Paul by S&W according to the letter I got from Roy J.
I still have my Ruger Service Six from 1976 howver, along with several other handguns.
I carry discretely almost all the time, except when I go to WI which is fairly often. I hope their laws change soon.
I hope to meet fellow forumers at the range or other events.
I bought a nice holster last weekend in Hastings from srgs and was happy to meet him.
Regards.........