Back into S&W wheelguns - what to expect?

[MSB21]

I currently own a M65 w/o internal lock and a M64 w/internal lock - both 3-inch models, no issues with either.
I'm thinking very seriously about getting a M10 and another M64 - this time 4-inch barrels on both (I think that's all that is offered). I'm looking into buying new (current production models), so they will both have internal locks.
First, should I realistically expect to have problems with the locks? I don't like them, but will accept them if that's how it is. Second, are the barrels one piece or the two-piece construction that (I think) were used on the M619 and 620? I've seen a two-piece M64 years ago, but I was thinking that will not be the case now.
Thoughts?

[qballwill]

I dont like the locks either, but I dont think you should anticipate any problems from them. As long as its not going to be a concealed carry, I wouldnt worry about it. I think both models should be one piece barrels. There are so many used pre lock guns in these 2 models, I think I would just look for them. They are cheaper than new ones anyway and I think the older ones are better products.

[vytoland]

you can get quality used S&W model 64's at a fraction of the new price.

some are pre-lock, pre mim parts

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[500 Magnum Nut]

What to expect?

Your going to fight with your better half because of all the stuff you need, the clubs you belong to and that there is no money in the savings account. Other than that, it's all good!

[jframefreak]

Originally Posted by 500 Magnum Nut

What to expect?

Your going to fight with your better half because of all the stuff you need, the clubs you belong to and that there is no money in the savings account. Other than that, it's all good!

Couldn't have said it any better myself. I keep a "separate" account for my "habit". Saves much aggravation.

[HAWKEYE10]

I also think you can get the older guns at a much
lower price. Goodluck Don

[Black_Sheep]

Expect to be broke! Smith revolvers are kind of like potato chips, you can't just stop after a few!

If you can be patient there are some good values to be had when buying used S&W's, especially guns like the M10 and M64. Folks will argue that the older guns are better quality, I tend to agree. Given a choice, I'd always choose one without the IL or MIM parts...

[enidpd804]

Originally Posted by jframefreak

Couldn't have said it any better myself. I keep a "separate" account for my "habit". Saves much aggravation.

So, I'm not weird after all.

[500 Magnum Nut]

The turning point of my madness was buying my computer and finding the internet. Then you find all the auction sites....
A man needs to know his limits on Gunbroker....

[greener]

Originally Posted by Black_Sheep

Expect to be broke! Smith revolvers are kind of like potato chips, you can't just stop after a few!

Not really, all you have to do is apply a little will power-I Will buy that 442, I will buy that M65, I will buy that 686. Won't power is my problem.

Buying ammo will send you to the poorhouse. But you can reload to save money. Except the idea of cheaper ammunition makes you think you can shoot more and have more firearms to shoot more.

Second childhoods and addictions are terrible things to waste.

There seems to be some pretty good stuff in the used market at reasonable prices.

[Infidel]

I have a recent production Model 10 and a Model 67 and have had no trouble with them after many hundreds of rounds fired. The Model 10 has a one-piece barrel of course, but the 67 has a two-piece. I am not sure which the current Model 64 has. The 64 is offered in both 3" and 4" versions by the way.

The triggers on my late production K Frames have both smoothed out nicely with use, and the guns are very accurate. The internal locks have not caused any issues.