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Old 03-12-2014, 11:48 PM
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I know. I know. Not a lot of excitement surrounding model 10s. They made a ton of them, etc. But, I saw this old girl and I had to have it. Probably paid too much, but I think I did alright considering the condition. It's a 1981 vintage 10-8 with 4" heavy barrel. Still has the pinned barrel. Logo is on the left side.

Just bought it tonight, so I won't have it for about a week, but the seller has great photos.





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Yeah. They are kind of boring.
That's why I have "only" 5 of them.
Congratulations on a great find.
Enjoy it as I do mine.

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My first Model 10 and it's a beauty! 10-8 nickel heavy barrel My first Model 10 and it's a beauty! 10-8 nickel heavy barrel My first Model 10 and it's a beauty! 10-8 nickel heavy barrel My first Model 10 and it's a beauty! 10-8 nickel heavy barrel My first Model 10 and it's a beauty! 10-8 nickel heavy barrel  
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Yeah. They are kind of boring.
That's why I have "only" 5 of them.
Congratulations on a great find.
Enjoy it as I do mine.

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Thank you. I have quite a few N frames, but this is my only 10. I really like the nickel heavy barrel.
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Old 03-13-2014, 09:43 AM
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My first Model 10 and it's a beauty! 10-8 nickel heavy barrel My first Model 10 and it's a beauty! 10-8 nickel heavy barrel My first Model 10 and it's a beauty! 10-8 nickel heavy barrel My first Model 10 and it's a beauty! 10-8 nickel heavy barrel My first Model 10 and it's a beauty! 10-8 nickel heavy barrel  
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Looks good and Model 10's are fun to shoot.
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Old 03-13-2014, 11:03 AM
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Certainly one of the most well-balanced handgun either. I wish I could have one.
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Old 03-13-2014, 12:27 PM
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Nice gun. I'd have more than the one I have if I weren't so dang impulsive at gun shows. Last gun I bought was a CHP model 67. I went to that gun show looking for a HB model 10, and found a decent one, but the 67 stole the show that time.
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Old 03-13-2014, 01:59 PM
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My first Model 10 and it's a beauty! 10-8 nickel heavy barrel My first Model 10 and it's a beauty! 10-8 nickel heavy barrel My first Model 10 and it's a beauty! 10-8 nickel heavy barrel My first Model 10 and it's a beauty! 10-8 nickel heavy barrel My first Model 10 and it's a beauty! 10-8 nickel heavy barrel  
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Not a lot of excitement surrounding model 10s
Not a lot of excitement? I would maintain that the M&P/MODEL 10 is the best gun Smith ever made. It is perfectly balanced for the cartridge it shoots and for the way it is laid-out and built. New versions are still in demand today, especially when you consider that the Model 64 is just the Model 10 in a new suit.

Please understand, I am not dissing any of the other guns Smith has offered over the years. Smith & Wesson is arguably the premier revolver manufacturer in the world and almost all of its products are the best in their respective categories. I just happen to think the Model 10 represents Smith's best work.

Model 10 (or 64): "everthing you need, nothing extra"

P.S. The nickel model you purchased is beautiful
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Old 03-13-2014, 02:24 PM
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Thanks for the comments!

I paid $600 shipped for this gun. The seller (Fugate) rated it at 99% and I think they're pretty good at what they do. I have several other photos that show the gun in more detail. I know this price is on the high end for a model 10, but for this particular gun with box and papers, I'm good with it.

I passed on a heavy barrel 10 a while back and I've always regretted it. I decided that I wasn't going to fret over a few dollars on this one. I believe this is the last year for the pinned barrel and the first year with the logo on the left side. I'm sure that doesn't add a nickel to the value, but the history of this model is interesting.
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In nickel with the heavy barrel you did ok. I've been eyeing these too. We should have at least one m10 heavy barrel. But in nickel that's a big plus.
Congrats, awesome buy. Bigbill
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Sweeet! ... congrats*

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Old 03-13-2014, 05:38 PM
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Nickle guns- Love the way that looks. One day i will own one. I never see nickle guns at my LGS.
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Old 03-13-2014, 05:51 PM
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We should have at least one m10 heavy barrel.
The 4" heavy barrel is a great shooter. The extra weight out on the front helps stabilize your shooting platform. Definitely the most comfrotable configuration of the M10 for shooting.

Except that I expect the lovely nickel example (with no turn ring) may never get shot!
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I wish I never had to sell my boring model 10. I want it back. Or one like it. Or any model 10.


BTW That is a real jewel.
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Bet you can't buy just one!
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I have a blue one....I want yours now!!!!


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I have a blue one....I want yours now!!!!
Ditto. I've got a 10-8, and I'd luuuuuuv to find the twin to your baby.
Congrats! Nice find.
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That's a beaut! Congrats!

As to boring: there's a reason they made so many.

To a 19th century farmer, a mule was probably more exciting than a thoroughbred. The M-10 was the working-mans gun and surely saw more action than all the other models combined.
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You want excitement? You just bought some!! Fixed sight, .38 special S&W K frames have served military, LE, and civilians the world over for 115 years.
You didn't buy a burro there, you bought a thoroughbred.
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i don't have a model 10 yet but yours is certainly inspiring me. didn't john book carry a 2 inch in Witness?
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The Model 10 is hands down the best Smith & Wesson revolver ever produced. Counting my US Navy Victory, I've got six in various finishes and barrel lengths. Yours is a beauty. Happy Shooting!
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Thank you for posting that wonderful piece
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