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Inherited Duty Weapon questions
I am in possession of my father's old Model 64-3, which he carried as a police officer. I have just a few questions, as I have been an auto-pistol guy until now.
1) year of mfg? SN# AZJ58xx
2) why is the pin on the hammer on somewhat of a pivot and moves just a bit?
3) this weapon will "half cock." that is, dropping the hammer from single action, slowly, it finds the same spot and will lock in. pulling the trigger will "fire" it. kinda' hard to find that spot sometimes, though.
I have not fired it yet, as it needs a good cleaning, and I'd like to have it looked over at my local shop first.
All appears tight and crisp- looks to be in great shape.
Any info is greatly appreciated.
Thank you
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08-28-2011, 10:05 PM
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I am in possession of my father's old Model 64-3, which he carried as a police officer. I have just a few questions, as I have been an auto-pistol guy until now.
1) year of mfg? SN# AZJ58xx 1988
2) why is the pin on the hammer on somewhat of a pivot and moves just a bit? Because it was designed that way. Pretty much all center-fire revolvers with the firing pin on the hammer are that way, it is necessary so the firing pin hole in the firing pin bushing can be round and closely fit to the pin nose.
3) this weapon will "half cock." that is, dropping the hammer from single action, slowly, it finds the same spot and will lock in. pulling the trigger will "fire" it. kinda' hard to find that spot sometimes, though. It shouldn't, and stop doing it, you will damage the trigger eventually. Not uncommon, it's a fitting issue, but it shouldn't do that.
I have not fired it yet, as it needs a good cleaning, and I'd like to have it looked over at my local shop first.
All appears tight and crisp- looks to be in great shape.
Any info is greatly appreciated.
Thank you
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Welcome to the forum.
Your revolver may be as old as you are, but in the overall scheme of things S&W it is relatively new. I have several, which I shoot, that are over 100 years old.
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08-29-2011, 12:23 AM
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Welcome to the forum.
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08-29-2011, 01:47 AM
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You're a very lucky young man to have your Dad's old duty weapon.
One of these day's my son will inherit mine.
If you take care of it, it will take care of you...just like it took care of your Dad.
And someday, you can give it to his grandson.
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08-29-2011, 03:02 AM
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kayakusa11;
You should not be trying to find the elusive "half cock" position. You can damage the hammer or trigger sear surface doing that.
The hammer pivoting is normal. It "floats" - not a problem.
That revolver is a dandy. I would use it regularly. Regular use with .38 Specials will allow you to shoot that revolver for two or three generations without issue.
FWIW
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08-29-2011, 01:22 PM
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Email S&W with the serial & model number. They will get back to you in abouta week with the DOB.
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08-29-2011, 01:34 PM
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i was always curious about question #2, and figured it was supposed to be that way. Congrats on the priceless side-arm! May it last your family many generations 
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08-29-2011, 01:49 PM
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Welcome to the forum, and thanks for posting!
Some pics would be nice! 
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08-29-2011, 06:19 PM
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THANK YOU ALL
Thanks for all responses!
@ ALK8944- Thanks for your prompt and thorough response.
@ I Like Old & New- I thought so too, now I know why.
@ Dale- Think sending to S&W for trigger job/polish is good?
@ Big Lou- His 26y/o Granddaughter likes it!! Maybe his Great Granddaughter will get it if she listens to her Grandpa!(I'm 48)
@ Vartag- I'm attaching pics.
Dad proudly served 42 years  as an Officer in Central Ohio and I am proud to be in possession of this revolver. It will forever stay in the family.
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08-29-2011, 09:34 PM
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I have my Dad's duty weapon.....it bears the marks of his career, and it ain't for sale..at least while I am alive....I hope my son gets it and carries it, just like I do.....
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08-29-2011, 11:35 PM
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Great heirloom. Unfortunately my dad wasn't particularily attached to any of his working guns so he kept trading them off as he got new ones. His last revolver (he was never an auto guy) was a 686 4" he bought new in '81 after he was retired. It now resides with my oldest son.
Great to keep that 64 in the family, I'm always a bit saddened when I read of someone selling off a family firearm.
May it serve many more years giving the family enjoyment at the range and protection at home.
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I have my dad's old 38spl M&P duty gun & my 15-3 & 19-4 duty guns, plus my brothers 6906 duty gun.
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