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01-06-2015, 06:41 PM
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Shabby Model 64 found it's way back to me (pic)...
About six years ago (or more) I picked up this Model 64-1 at a local hardware store, I think I paid $250 for it. It was a well worn, somewhat shabby revolver when I got it, it had a blued cylinder release, much finish wear, had Pachmeyer rubber grips, side plate was chingered where some untalented yet determined person had a go at removing the side plate.
I had a Smith and Wesson Armorer go through the revolver, making sure there was no funny business inside. He changed out all the springs and made sure everything was bone stock inside, and put a proper stainless cylinder release on it. I got some wood service grips and a "No Gunsmithing" lanyard ring that fits over the grip pin, and used it for years as my daily carry gun and woods revolver.
About a year ago, a family member asked me to loan her a revolver. A middle aged, single lady who lives in a declining neighborhood. Since a "K" frame Smith and Wesson is about as simple and safe as a defensive weapon can be, I loaned her the Model 64 and put her in touch with a club who teaches the NRA Basic Handgun Class. She took the class with the Model 64 and got her Virginia Concealed Handgun Permit. Since then, she has purchased her own revolver, a Ruger LCR, which is another good choice for a defensive handgun. So, unlike most things which are loaned to family members, the Model 64 found it's way back to me.
I'm glad to have it back, as it is very accurate and fun to shoot. I'm looking forward to shooting IDPA matches with it this Spring, and have put it back on my belt as my carry revolver.
Here's a pic:
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01-06-2015, 06:55 PM
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Wow!! A relative that returns things!
I love S&W's, but a fixed sight K frame has to be the best all around gun on the planet. I have two 10's, three 64's, two 65's. The day I die my son will likely throw all seven of them in the trash, as he does not care for them at all.
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01-06-2015, 07:10 PM
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Not shabby at all.
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01-06-2015, 07:17 PM
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Originally Posted by ColbyBruce
I love S&W's, but a fixed sight K frame has to be the best all around gun on the planet. I have two 10's, three 64's, two 65's. The day I die my son will likely throw all seven of them in the trash, as he does not care for them at all.
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In that case, on the day before you die, sell them to me.
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01-06-2015, 07:18 PM
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Originally Posted by ColbyBruce
I love S&W's, but a fixed sight K frame has to be the best all around gun on the planet. I have two 10's, three 64's, two 65's. The day I die my son will likely throw all seven of them in the trash, as he does not care for them at all.
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He probably will treasure them as they were his Father's. As he ages he might come to like them on their own merit!
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01-06-2015, 07:55 PM
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Originally Posted by canoeguy
About a year ago, a family member asked me to loan her a revolver. A middle aged, single lady who lives in a declining neighborhood. Since a "K" frame Smith and Wesson is about as simple and safe as a defensive weapon can be, I loaned her the Model 64 and put her in touch with a club who teaches the NRA Basic Handgun Class. She took the class with the Model 64 and got her Virginia Concealed Handgun Permit. Since then, she has purchased her own revolver, a Ruger LCR, which is another good choice for a defensive handgun.
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I agree 100%. I keep a three-inch Taurus 85 around for the day when my sister finally decides to avail herself of a self protection tool.
And good on ya for suggesting your relative take the NRA class instead of just sending her off on her own.
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01-06-2015, 08:25 PM
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Originally Posted by Continental Op
...I keep a three-inch Taurus 85 around for the day when my sister finally decides to avail herself of a self protection tool...
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You must not be close...
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