Model 13

[shawntex]

I found a good condition model 13 , Pinned /recessed with what appear to be original grips. Shows some cylinder turn line and muzzle wear, very light rust.
They want $295 for it . I appreciate any help I just can't decide on this one.

 

[shawntex]

I found a good condition model 13 , Pinned /recessed with what appear to be original grips. Shows some cylinder turn line and muzzle wear, very light rust.
They want $295 for it . I appreciate any help I just can't decide on this one.

 

[Penquin]

Hey ST - probably a fair price for a 4" and a good price if it's a 3" since the 3 inchers seem to bring ~$100 more. PEN

 

[ladder13]

Agree with Penguin, if 3 inch buy it asap.

 

[10-12]

Agree with Pen and Mike.

I just bought one for $265 ($280 OTD). She was rode hard and put up wet but she locks up tight and does she ever shoot. I don't know how I got along without one all these years. I have had the 4-inch variety but this 3-inch is something special. I would certainly buy it at that price and I think you will be really pleased if you do. I paid a little less for mine but it sounds as if yours is in better overall condition.

Bill

 

[shawntex]

Appears to be at least 4" maybe 5" I will check.
Thanks for the help.

ST

 

[rk22]

Very good price. Buy it and don't look back. I have 4.

 

[Red Tex]

That's a decent price for a Model 13 in good shape. I have two Model 13s and they're very fine shooters. The only thing you want to avoid is firing the high-velocity light (under 140gr) magnum loads in this model. It can cause damage to the forcing cone. Stick with the milder magnum loads or heavier bullets and they'll last a lifetime.

I shoot 38 and 38+P through mine most of the time, but keep 'em loaded with 158gr magnum loads for home defense.

 

[Wyatt Earp]

125 grain .357s in easy moderation won't hurt the 13 or 65.

That is what I roll with. I burn up about a cylinder's worth every couple of months or so just to remember the recoil.

However, 95% of my shooting is heavy 158 grain 38 Special handloads.

 

[Wyatt Burp]

I just posted a ? about my 13-3 3". I like mine better cause it's more compact. But look what you got here! A model 10, basically, but in 357. And your's is recessed, I think. Great gun.

 

[jframe]

Any Smith for less than three bills is a bargain in this area these days. Don't matter if it's a four or three inch, buy it. I love my three inch one.

 

[G-Mac]

Originally posted by shawntex:
I found a good condition model 13 , Pinned /recessed with what appear to be original grips. Shows some cylinder turn line and muzzle wear, very light rust.
They want $295 for it . I appreciate any help I just can't decide on this one.

I guess it depends on what you consider "very light rust".

On the whole gun? Just a couple specks here and there?

That would make the difference to me as to whether it was worth it or not.

My 13-1 was bought with a few rust specks on it...but you need to look close.

Doesn't bother me for what I paid though.

It's a shooter.

 

[Matt G]

My first handgun purchase was a 4" Model 13 in 1977. I constantly regret selling it.

I just bought a (quite rare in this area) 3" satin nickel RB Model 13-3 (not pinned or recessed) for $300. That's a very good deal around here. It was from a lot of confiscated guns a local shop picked up. There were some very good deals (for retail) and some not too nice guns in the group. A very mixed bag.

I saw a 4" Model 13 with Maryland State Police markings on consignment at a shop on Friday for $565. It seems tight but has some holster wear. I think the price is a bit high, but, if I had the money I'd probably make them an offer. I'm sure the MSP markings bring a premium, I just don't know how much of one.

Personally, I'd jump on a P&R model 13 for $295 (3" or 4") without a second thought.

Matt

My Model 13-3 after cleaning

 

[winter1857]

I would snap it up.....

 

[Kuglespritz]

That's a good price. I paid just over $400 for my 4" last year w/ box. The 13 is a great shooter.