Used Model 13-3

[comp124]

Purchased a 13-3 from a local pawn shop on Saturday.
It does have issues, scratches, hammer was bobbed by a user not a gunsmith, holster ware and some of the bluing was rubbed off under the grips.
It's extremely accurate out to 7 yards at double action only. The trigger pull is very smooth and consistent.
Paid $400 for it, all in all, I'm very happy with my purchase.
Serial number: 9D99097, if someone could provide a date of birth, according to Standard Catalog of S&W, it would someone between 1982 and 1987
Thank you!
Hope the pics attach to this posting.

 

[cndrdk]

Good job! that is a very desirable model and most excellent price. Enjoy it while I sit here and cry because I can't find one like it.

 

[markeb]

Nice pick up. It's possible you bought a FBI issued revolver. Those Pachmayr grips, with the cut out at the bottom to see the serial number were used on the last issued revolver to the FBI. I hope that's correct information. Enjoy.

 

[stanmerrell]

Good find. Good price too. You have to look around to get these.

 

[Retired W4]

The 13-3 (non P&R) showed up around 1982 and with that SN that is also its likely production time. Just a guess on my part. Nice 3".

 

[stansdds]

Even though it does not have the original stocks and is not a beauty queen, for $400 I think you did very well.

 

[sw44spl]

I have one also very nice find. You will be able to find a hammer for it easy, Enjoy it.

 

[Georgia1911]

Is that from Silver Dollar in Roswell? I saw it last week but did not bite. It looks like a good option for carry, but not quite what I need at the moment.

 

[S&W revolverman]

Purchased a 13-3 from a local pawn shop on Saturday.
It does have issues, scratches, hammer was bobbed by a user not a gunsmith, holster ware and some of the bluing was rubbed off under the grips.
It's extremely accurate out to 7 yards at double action only. The trigger pull is very smooth and consistent.
Paid $400 for it, all in all, I'm very happy with my purchase.
Serial number: 9D99097, if someone could provide a date of birth, according to Standard Catalog of S&W, it would someone between 1982 and 1987
Thank you!
Hope the pics attach to this posting.

According to my Standard Catalog of S&W, your piece was born in 1982.
The serial number range for that year was 9D44501 - 17D8900.
Hope this info helps.

 

[comp124]

Yes, its from Silver Dollar in Roswell, I have purchased 3 Smiths from them in the last year, very happy with all of them. Last purchase was a model 19 Classic in the box with all paper work.

 

[otis24]

Being a 3 inch makes it very much worth the money!

 

[billj47]

Great find.

I have the stainless version model 65-2, 1979 vintage. A great shooter. Mine is a four-inch. Would like to add a 3 inch too.

 

[Igiveup]

I have the four inch 13, and just got a four inch 65-5. I would like to find a three inch in either of those, or maybe in both.

 

[comp124]

I have a question, the hammer is bobbed on my model 13, probably by one of the owners, do you think it would be worth purchasing a new hammer and installing it to put it back into original condition?
Thank you

 

[629shooter]

I would have bought that one. Well done.

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[629shooter]

I have a question, the hammer is bobbed on my model 13, probably by one of the owners, do you think it would be worth purchasing a new hammer and installing it to put it back into original condition?
Thank you

I would say, that it comes down to your personal preference. Personally,I would leave it alone.

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[John Patrick]

I have a question, the hammer is bobbed on my model 13, probably by one of the owners, do you think it would be worth purchasing a new hammer and installing it to put it back into original condition?
Thank you

I would replace the bobbed hammer if it were mine.

You can probably find a used hammer at Numrich.

ETA: Several choices at Numrich.
Smith & Wesson 13-3 Revolver Parts, Schematics | Numrich Gun Parts

 

[yugolovr]

If you’re going to carry it. I would leave it as is, but still buy a hammer. You would then be able to put the replacement hammer in whenever.

 

[Zarr]

I have a 13-3 , 3” . I would buy the hammer now. You can change it out at your will, or include it should you decide to sell it in the future. You have a nice revolver there, IMHO it’s one of the best. Shoot it and enjoy!

 

[stansdds]

I have a question, the hammer is bobbed on my model 13, probably by one of the owners, do you think it would be worth purchasing a new hammer and installing it to put it back into original condition?
Thank you

Depends upon the intended use. For CCW, I'd leave the bobbed hammer. If it is going to be a house gun or range toy, restore it with the correct hammer.