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Police trade in choices
My local shop got in some police trade-ins recently. I've got some money coming back in taxes this year so, of course, I'm drooling over a new toy.
They got in some model 19's. Typical 4 inch barrel, adj. sights, black rubber grips, good condition, carried more then shot. They also got in a model 65. It is P&R, and fixed sights, but lots of scratches on the frame. Lock up is good, but it looks like it's been tossed around alot.
All are priced under $400, the lowest is $369,if I remember right.
If you were picking, which you see as the better gun?
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02-09-2010, 11:25 AM
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Model 19! I am NOT a fixed sight fan. The 19 is a great gun within its design limits.
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02-09-2010, 11:34 AM
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To me it would depend upon whether or not I was going to carry a lot.
Stainless is much better under adverse conditions than blue.
Personally, I'd go for a nice 19 since I have a nice 65, but YMMV.
The prices are pretty good. If I had the cash I might get one of each.
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02-09-2010, 11:38 AM
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If I was going to carry I would choose the 65. Otherwise, I'd choose the 19.
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02-09-2010, 11:44 AM
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65 if it's a 3", otherwise go with the 19.
Make sure to remove the grips if they are rubber to check for rust underneath...
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Another vote for the wonderful Model 19.
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02-09-2010, 11:57 AM
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At that price I'd go for both but if it had to be one I go for the 65. I already have a few 19's and no 65's. -good luck-
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The 19. Not a fan of fixed sights. On a police trade in, you aren't going to be all that concerned about the finish anyway. Folks carried guns for a long time prior to the advent of stainless firearms. Of course, I'd rather have a 66 since I'm lazy, but since it isn't a choice the 19 wins.
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Stainless...is easy to make look new again!!
I got a 65...but would still grab the 65!! if it were the 3" model I would be in heaven!!! you can polish the 65 right up or bead blast...I like the polished stainless...but I would probably grab one of each if it was possible! here is my 65.
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Hi:
I would choose the Model 65.
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02-09-2010, 04:37 PM
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Another vote for the model 19. Simply hard to beat a good 19. Regards 18DAI.
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Some flitz and some time will really shine up that 65. buy 1 put 1 on lay away..
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I would go with the 65. But I have a reason. I have a 66 and this would been a good mate. No question a model 19 is cool but something about the 65 that appeals to me.
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02-09-2010, 07:57 PM
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I love the 19 but a three inch 65 would be hard to beat
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I would take the P&R 65 and get some Mother's Mag polish, shine it up, and leave it to my kids when I die......if I couldn't take it with me....
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I appreciate the comments. I wish I could just get both. I'm saving for my 25th anniversary, which is in 2 months. Maybe I could convince her the stainless 65 is really silver-----!
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02-10-2010, 06:54 PM
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The 19!!!!
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02-10-2010, 08:50 PM
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problem solved...
Just convince your wife that a good used 357 would be a wonderful gift! (for each other) Give her the 19, she gives you the 65... both will last 25 more years,easy...
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without question...the 19
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Quote:
Originally Posted by dbarale
65 if it's a 3", otherwise go with the 19.
Make sure to remove the grips if they are rubber to check for rust underneath...
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Wise advice! +1
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