Model 19-3
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The short answer is "yes". Second to last engineering revision with pinned barrel and recessed cylinder. Box/papers/tools and condition? Does it have the patridge or ramp front sight (if ramped does it have the red ramp?) and white outline rear sight? Which hammer/trigger configuration? Do you like 6" barreled revolvers?
These are questions only you can answer.
These are questions only you can answer.
The short answer is yes. Is it the best gun to own? Depends on what purpose it is to fulfill.
Jeff
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Jeff
SWCA #1457
Its kind of like asking if you want a Corvette or a Silverado pickup truck. They are both GOOD for the job they do. If you want a concealed carry gun, probably not so much. Otherwise, probably-maybe-yes.
If you are not planning on shooting a lot of full power magnum loads, especially those with 125 grain bullets, then the 19-3 makes a nice shooter. With the 6 inch barrel, especially if it has the Patridge front sight and not the Baughman ramp sight, it is much like a K-38 Target Masterpiece, but with the option of using 357 Magnum ammo.
If you don’t have a 19, you need a 19.
My first and will be the last to go.
Robert
Robert
heeter3
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YES ! and you will "know why" when you shoot it.
I'm pleased to read you all write about this S&W model 19-3 because I've just bought one for a price of 640 * (about 730 $).
steve99
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I have the 2 1/2 inch version. It'll be the very last gun I sell.
SGT ROCK 11B
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Well, it depends on if it's your first revolver or fortieth.
It also depends on if it's well maintained, or it has been riding in the glovebox for 20+ years or in the sock drawer. When I am in the LGS looking at used revolvers I noticed easily 50% is not properly maintained. When I was in the Police Academy, we really knew how to clean a revolver, JMHO. Sarge
Great handgun. One of the best 357 magnum revolvers ever made for me.
Personally, *I* would skip on this one. My two 19s are a 2-1/2" snubbie & the new 19C. Both are geared more to carry rather than a range gun.
From my perspective, the only 6" revolver I would like is a .22LR model of some sort.
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From my perspective, the only 6" revolver I would like is a .22LR model of some sort.
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It's an iconic gun that is as good as any revolver ever made.
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If he has not put through many Magnums - then yes. If it has had quite bit of magnums, I'd probably say no. A M19 is basically a .38 special that can accept the 1/8" longer magnum cartridges for occasional usage. And...... I would not shoot any other grain weight magnums other than the 158 grain version.
If you are buying it to shoot mostly 38 specials and it checks out as above, then go for it. If you want to constantly pound out magnums, get yourself an L or N frame.
If you are buying it to shoot mostly 38 specials and it checks out as above, then go for it. If you want to constantly pound out magnums, get yourself an L or N frame.
Model19man
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I had a blued Model 19-3. No idea why I ever sold it. I think you need it - maybe I need one too.
In my collection, the model 19's are the model that I have the second most of, right behind the Model 29. I would have a hard time not buying a Model 19 if the right deal came along. My vote is buy it!
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