Recent content by JFOHIO

We know that there has been a small number of Model 10's built with 2 1/2" barrels. Does anyone know if any Model 64's were built with 2 1/2" as well? Regards, JFOHIO

Now that gun has a great barrel profile. Does not appear to have the taper that others seem to have in prior posts. So what are we looking at? Heavy or standard? What say you. JFOHIO

Comment: The Standard Catalog of S & W, M64 Section, Variations, states: "Several heavy barrel lenghts (2", 3", 4") made for the NYPD in double action only, with a matte finish marked "NY-1" in the yoke cut with bobbed hammer." So it would seem that 2" HB's do exist as stated by others in this...

Here is a new thought for today. The Standard Catalog of S &W (III), page 225, M64 Section, Engineering and Production Changes, states: "1973: Heavy barrel only" Are we to infer that: 1. In 1973 2" guns were produced only with heavy barrels; or 2. In 1973 no 2" M64's were produced. What do...

Zebulon: I would like to find a 64 with a 2" barrel that looks like yours shown over the targets (picture on the left). To my eye that barrel is certainly heavier and more straight sided than the one pictured on the right. To me it looks the same as the picture posted by Photoman44. I would...

Does anyone have a picture of a 2" Heavy Barrel to post which would help us see the difference to a standard or tapered barrel? Thanks for all the replies. JFOHIO

Photoman44 - Thanks for posting the terrific picture! Your 64 is the variation I like the best. Could you let us know the complete model No. (64, 64-1, 64-2, etc.) and the approx. year mfg. if known. Looking at your picture I would have guessed it has a heavy barrel, but based on the response...

I am considering a Model 64, 2" (pre MIM and IL), and have been researching the variations. After reading the M64 section in the Standard Catalog of S&W I have the following questions that hopefully some of you may be able to answer. 1. Is a 2" "standard" barrel, and a 2" tapered" barrel the...

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As there were a few 2.5" M10's made, can anyone tell me if there were any runs of 2.5" M64's? Thanks, JF OGCA

OWB/On The Belt leather holsters are usually made with the smooth side out and rough side in. Some makers offer models with suede lining either as standard or as an option. What are the pros and cons of suede lining vs unlined? Any opinons will be appreciated. JF OGCA

Thanks to all of you who responded with advice (and pictures). I just ordered an El Paso Pocket Max (4-6 weeks). In the interim, I just may try a "hobo"! Thanks again, JFOHIO

WTB: S&W M66-2, 3", RB, RR, Silver T&H, excellent to perfect (98-100%) condition. Box would be nice but not required. Will pay top price. If anyone would prefer to trade I have the following: Colt Custom Shop Mark IV, Series 70, .45, blue with extra set of ivory grips. Bought new - remains...

Thanks for the help. I'll look at those.

Would like advice. Am looking at pocket holsters for my M60. Would like to avoid , as much as possible, holster damage to the finish of the gun. Am I better off with leather or another type of material? With regard to leather, are there advantages to horsehide over cowhide? Thanks