Found in the wild

[M66 3"]

In my favorite gun shop, pocket full of Christmas bonus checking out the shelves. They had a few things that were interesting, but nothing I couldn't live without. The fellow behind the counter was helpful, showing me a Model 60 and pointing out the "no lock on this one", a 3" Ruger LCR, a couple Colt Police Positive Specials in varying degrees of age and condition, but again, nothing I HAD to have. I walked over to the consignment rack, and had to pause. I asked to see it, for sure that I was wrong, or it was a refinish, or some other obvious flaw. There were none. It was as close to NIB as you get, (and I think unfired) Model 13-4 3 inch OHMYSWEETCHRISTMAS. After 20+ years of shopping for one that was priced reasonably and not beaten up, I got this.

 

[oysterer]

looks amazing....congrats. You must have picked the beverage while the background check was running.

 

[nachogrande]

OK, I'LL ASK

How much $ is "reasonable"? NICE FIND! I'd probly bust the budget for that one. No offense to adjustable lovers but the fixed sights just look so much better.

 

[dmthomp32]

Id be having several beers if I found and purchased that model 13 in a LGS! Especially if it was in the $500-$600 range!

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[JayFramer]

NICE.....!!!

 

[swagmeister]

I'm curious also about the "reasonable" price. Great score!!! I had one years ago when it was the FBI issue gun and it was a great shooter.

 

[M66 3"]

"Reasonable" in this case was a bit under $750 OTD, which is not stealing, but it is not getting taken advantage of either, based on the condition. I am very pleased.

 

[BAM-BAM]

Santa came early ...... bearing a wonderful gift.

While I have 3" 65s and 66s I've always wanted a 3" 13

 

[75Vette]

Ain't it great Christmas shopping for yourself?? You sure found a nice one. Congrats.

 

[kobsw]

In my favorite gun shop, pocket full of Christmas bonus checking out the shelves. They had a few things that were interesting, but nothing I couldn't live without. The fellow behind the counter was helpful, showing me a Model 60 and pointing out the "no lock on this one", a 3" Ruger LCR, a couple Colt Police Positive Specials in varying degrees of age and condition, but again, nothing I HAD to have. I walked over to the consignment rack, and had to pause. I asked to see it, for sure that I was wrong, or it was a refinish, or some other obvious flaw. There were none. It was as close to NIB as you get, (and I think unfired) Model 13-4 3 inch OHMYSWEETCHRISTMAS. After 20+ years of shopping for one that was priced reasonably and not beaten up, I got this.

That model 13 looks factory fresh!!

Good score,

Kobsw

 

[notsofast]

Great handling gun, mines a model 65. Congrats on your find

 

[daglockman]

Awesome find after all that time. You sound elated, which is what counts in this case. Enjoy it, and Merry Christmas!!

 

[Loyaljeeper]

In my favorite gun shop, pocket full of Christmas bonus checking out the shelves. They had a few things that were interesting, but nothing I couldn't live without. The fellow behind the counter was helpful, showing me a Model 60 and pointing out the "no lock on this one", a 3" Ruger LCR, a couple Colt Police Positive Specials in varying degrees of age and condition, but again, nothing I HAD to have. I walked over to the consignment rack, and had to pause. I asked to see it, for sure that I was wrong, or it was a refinish, or some other obvious flaw. There were none. It was as close to NIB as you get, (and I think unfired) Model 13-4 3 inch OHMYSWEETCHRISTMAS. After 20+ years of shopping for one that was priced reasonably and not beaten up, I got this.

I saw one in that condition and for that price in Ringgold, GA some time back. It seems like you see twice as many 65s as you do 13s.

 

[dmthomp32]

For the condition it's in and getting to look it over in person that is a solid price. I'd be happy with it, the three inch k frame is the bee's knees of revolvers.

"Reasonable" in this case was a bit under $750 OTD, which is not stealing, but it is not getting taken advantage of either, based on the condition. I am very pleased.

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[Blueinterceptor]

Congrats on your "discovery." Lol. I was looking for 5 months on gb until I found one. From a collector. I paid 1100$ for it. It was unfired

 

[Glashaus]

Nice find! I have a 3" Nickel M13-3, they are great shooting and carrying revolvers!

 

[WH1]

Does your local gun store accept the "Jelly of the month club" certificates? Very nice by the way.

 

[Rich_M]

Awesome score and thanks for sharing...

 

[S&W2244]

Great looking gun. Christmas came early. Thanks for sharing. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

 

[HOUSTON RICK]

Nice to know that they are still out there. Congratulations on the find and thank you for posting.