Hello Everyone,
I joined this forum since I am considering selling two guns from my parents. One is a Ladysmith 65-5 in .357 magnum, with the original box, carry case, cleaning kit (new), and original paperwork. It appears we bought it in 1991, and my mom believes she's shot less than 50 rounds through it. I myself took it to the range yesterday and put 12 rounds through it just to give it a try before parting with it.

I saw on gunbrooker one that appears to be in the same condition but without the box and paperwork sell for $825. Was that a fluke or close to a fair price?
S&W 65-5 Lady Smith .357 Magnum/.38 Spl. 3" Barrel : Revolvers at GunBroker.com

Thanks for any input,
Austin

In my opinion that is way to high. I know that 3" barrel's
are the rage now but I don't like them that much. They said
in the ad that the gun was glass beaded. I may be wrong
but I don't think that is a original finish. I think this is why
you see so many high prices on GB. IMO Don

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I bought one from CDNN in, (I believe) 2005 or so and paid $399 plus shipping and the hideous NJ transfer fee.
It did nothing better than my 65 or 66 and I was eyeing up the 60-4 with adjustable sights...so away it went.

In hindsight, I might have liked to keep it and pay outright for the 60-4.
Now a 3" 681 round butt...that would be tough to pass up.

Pete

Ok, I thought it was on the high side, which is why I didn't want to look like a moron by asking for $800.

Thanks again,
Austin

I got mine about 2 years ago gun and rug I paid $470.00 . I think some have been sold on this forum for around $550.00

I like the three inch...the two and a half inch does not have quite as much ejector travel. I think you will regret selling it...

I sold mine a few years back for $475 with the case and outer box.
They are probably bringing a little more these days.
Wonderul revolvers!
Send me a PM with a price once you establish it.
Thanks!
WFR

There is no way I would sell mine, I mean my wifes ladysmith. It is a great 357 and there is not much more you could ask for in a fine revolver.

If I could find one for under $500.00, I would be all over it like ticks on a hound! They seem to be a bit rare in numbers and go for crazy money.