Originally Posted by ExpatFromOK
I'm probably going to have an opportunity to buy a 4506 in good condition for a very low price. I'm not a big fan of slide-mounted safeties and it is a big gun, but other than that, any issues? Your experiences pro and con?

Many thanks,
Expat
No issues. They are big, as you related and their design is somewhat dated now. They are great guns though and I'd highly recommend one if the price is right.

Personally, I've never owned one but have owned the 1006 iteration, which I loved. I've also owned two or three 5906's which were fine.