Looking at a model 64

[justakyguy]

I have a chance to buy a Model 64 no dash, no clue when it dates from, it’s stainless I think, and has a pinned barrel. It’s a really nice looking piece, I haven’t checked it out in person yet but am going to do that tomorrow. Normally my ocd doesn’t like me to buy a used gun, but I really like this one. If it locks up good and everything should I grab it?

 

[RMFnLA]

The 64 is the stainless version of the Model 10, often descibed as the "workhorse" of the S&W lineup.

As long as it is in decent shape and the price is fair you can never go wrong with one of these.

Here's my 64-3, a Boston Police issue; I love it!

 

[justakyguy]

Here’s a pic of it. I love that it’s stainless so much easier maintenance. Just hope it’s been lightly used.

 

[RMFnLA]

Looks good from here; let us know how it works out tomorrow!

 

[otis24]

That's a pencil barrel. I think these are highly sought after and appreciated by those who own them.

 

[kbm6893]

That's a pencil barrel. I think these are highly sought after and appreciated by those who own them.

Yep. Not as common as the heavy barrels.

 

[JP@AK]

That's a pencil barrel.

Hoo Boy! Where is SaxonPig when we need him???

[Note: you newer guys won't get this joke, but I guarantee some here will understand. If you don't, please ignore the comment.]

 

[Sistema1927]

Should you grab it? In a heartbeat. Here is my 64 ND along with a younger sibling:

 

[justakyguy]

Yea I’m going to look at it and grab it if all seems ok. Was wrestling with getting a 642 for pocket carry vs a larger sized home defense weapon and saw this one and have to at least look at it.

 

[alwslate]

Lightly used and priced right? Grab it. I love mine.

 

[JayFramer]

Model 64s are still used to this by the Illinois Department of Corrections and I’m sure other organizations as well.

DO NOT make the mistake of looking at these as has-been weapons, they still have their role and like I said people are putting them to use for official business not counting the numerous civilians who sleep with a Model 64 by the bedside for home defense. They can (and do) still get the job done!!

 

[mic214]

I love mine too!

 

[gmborkovic]

Jack, I get it! I miss ole SaxsonPig.

 

[ABPOS]

I'd jump on that if I had the dough. I don't think you can go wrong with that at all. Given it locks up good like you say.

 

[gwpercle]

I'm still shooting the police trade in model 64 I bought in 1978 , 38 special loads do not seem to wear much at all on them.
I used it as my NRA Bullseye Match 38 for 20 years . We shot 3 guns in competition the 22LR, 38 special and 45 acp back then
a Red Dot sight on it has allowed me to continue shooting as I approach 70...Sweet revolver and I have no idea how many rounds have gone through it...with not one repair or adjustment !

Jump on it !

Gary

 

[pharmer]

It's unanimous, get after it. They ain't making any more like it. Joe

 

[GF]

Hoo Boy! Where is SaxonPig when we need him???

[Note: you newer guys won't get this joke, but I guarantee some here will understand. If you don't, please ignore the comment.]

AND ... can you shoot plus pees in it!?!

I remember well.

 

[deanodog]

I love the standard barrel on the model 10-5 and the 64 no dash.
at one time I did not like the looks of them but have changed since getting older. I now own both.

 

[CajunBass]

I like the standard barrel, especially on a Model 64, for some reason, probably because it's not as common as the heavy barrel. As a matter of fact, I avoided buying a heavy barrel one for years, because they were just so mundane, but I tripped over a really nice one not too long ago.





I still haven't shot it, but it's a nice gun, which explains why most everyone had one before I did.

 

[KalamazooKid]

Everyone should own one (or more) of these! And stainless cleans up really well with a little polish and buffing. Mine was less than perfect and I got it for a great price. Cleaned it up and put a nice pair of target stocks on it and it’s now a favorite in the back yard!

 

[Old Corp]

M64's in the tapered barrel configuration indeed have a 'cool factor'.
I have no 64's, just M65's in 3" and 4".
Wish they'd have done the M65 in the tapered barrel. Sort of a 'K frame Mountain Gun'.

 

[LoboGunLeather]

Several years back the local police department was relocating to a new facility. Locked up in a cabinet they found 6 Model 64 round-butt 2" revolvers and 6 Model 28 Highway Patrolman 4" revolvers, all department-marked, all 1970's vintage. Those were traded in to a local dealer who then let me know about them. I bought them all for $250 each plus sales taxes (dealer had overextended himself a bit, needed to recoup some cash, so I jumped right in).

Turned a tidy profit for myself, selling one or two per month. Kept one 2" Model 64 for myself.

Early this year I started experiencing arm and shoulder problems (arthritis-related and some nerve damage) that have had a negative effect on my grip strength and mobility. Haven't been comfortable with my usual carry guns, so I started carrying the Model 64. Very glad to have it; simple, lightweight, easy to shoot well.

A 4" pencil-barrel 64 would make an excellent defensive piece for home or carry. The factory magna stocks work well with a Tyler T-grip, or you can put on a set of Pachmayrs for shooting.

 

[ken158]

Well, you gave a description and asked if you should buy... but you left out an important detail (price). That is a "pencil barrel" that gave way to the bull barrel that everyone really wanted. I'm thinking $400 would be top dollar for me.

 

[Nacho Man]

I paid $350 bucks for this baby.
64-3 (1987)

 

[Black Knight]

The 64 was the revolver I was issued when I became a police officer. After about 3 years we switched to Berettas which we still carry. The agency would not allow us to purchase our 64s. Later I found out that some of them had microscopic cracks in them. They had between 40,000 and 60,000 rounds through them from what I was told. The average seemed to be 50,000. None of the guns I have bought new has anywhere near that. The one you are looking at should be good to go if mechanically sound and at the right price.

 

[RMFnLA]

I like the standard barrel, especially on a Model 64, for some reason, probably because it's not as common as the heavy barrel. As a matter of fact, I avoided buying a heavy barrel one for years, because they were just so mundane, but I tripped over a really nice one not too long ago.





I still haven't shot it, but it's a nice gun, which explains why most everyone had one before I did.

I grew up with blue "pencil" barrel model 10s; standard cop issue, $109.95 MSRP, no big deal.

Not sure which caught me eye more, the heavy barrel or the SS construction, but once the 64 & 65 came out I was hooked.

Looking for a 3" RB now...

 

[Bronco89]

Oh YEa

........... If it locks up good and everything should I grab it?

Grab it like the last slice of pizza.

 

[mrchuck]

Mine is a 4" heavy bbl. NYPD trade in.
As all K frames, shoots and operates beautifully!
Planning on selling it at the next Gun Show in Tyler, TX.

 

[ABPOS]

I paid $350 bucks for this baby.
64-3 (1987)

Oh that's looks really right with the T grip on there.

 

[Texas Star]

Mine was incredibly accurate and shot right to the sights with Winchester and Federal 158 grain lead HP Plus P ammo. I used Pachmayr Presentation grips.

I think the serial number was ID2213, should you chance upon it.

I replaced it with a M- 66-3, which has also been an outstanding gun, with .357 Magnum power added.