Looking for Bianchi holster for Ladysmith

olebellow · #1 05-31-2011, 11:06 AM

I have a Ladysmith 357/38 special model 65-5 with a 3" barrel. I bought a Bianchi 5BHL leather snap holster for it but it doesn't quite fit. I used the online Bianchi holster selector to pick the holster. They don't list the model 65-5.....the closest is model 60. I really want a holster like this. Can anyone tell me which Bianchi 5BHL holster is the right fit for my revolver? Thanks!

bamabiker · #2 05-31-2011, 12:30 PM

M60 is a J frame and smaller than your M65. The Bianchi site does not show a 3" 5BHL.
Your M65 is a K frame.

Went back and looked again and take a look at their model 111 cyclone hip holster. It says they have one that fits a M19 2.5" to 3". That should fit your gun better but the M19 is an adjustable sight gun.
Someone here might suggest another holster made for the 3" M65.

blujax01 · #3 05-31-2011, 05:27 PM

If Bianchi can't do what you need, First you may want to check with the vendors here. If they don't have what you're looking for, may I suggest Gould and Goodrich? USA made, inexpensive and sturdy. I own four of their holsters. The 803-34 (brown) or B803-34 (black) will fit the M65LS. OpticsPlanet(dot)com usually has the best price at less than $50.

olebellow · #4 06-01-2011, 10:30 AM

Thanks...Optics planet is where I bought the Bianchi so I can do a return.

ISOM · #5 06-01-2011, 03:38 PM

So far as I know a "Lady Smith" is a regular S&W with Lady Smith on it. It's Selling to the ladies.

I bought a Bianchi holster for my SP-101. It was labled for the 101 but, un arrival the package said Model 36/60. It fitted the gun except for the strap/snap. I had to alcohol the the strap to lengthen it to fit.

safearm · #6 06-01-2011, 04:04 PM

Bianchi holsters are now made in Mexico and are stamped with that on the back. If that doesn't bother you, go ahead and get one, but I suggest you get in touch with Ray Cory at Lobo Leather. He's a member of this forum and his prices are reasonable. I have a holster on order from him myself.

olebellow · #7 06-14-2011, 04:35 PM

Checked with Bianchi and they said the holster I had was the one that should work with the Ladysmith (K) frame 3" barrel. I really like the look and feel of the holster because I have the same one for my 586 with a 6" barrel. I considered returning it but in the end I didn't. I resorted to stretching the hammer strap with water. I did not know you could use alcohol, I felt it might dry the leather out. It took a little time but now the holster fits like a glove. I am looking forward to many years of use from the holster now. Thanks for the replies!