Model 60 in .38 Special?

[Terry C]

I cut that tabs off mine, same on Bianchi's. Makes it smaller to carry and there is no right or wrong end to orient and you can load from either end.

I can see your point. I like the tab but then I'm just used to it that way.

The ones I have were made sometime back in the 20th Century.
They're just not as pliable as they were when new.
The tab broke off one and if it broke there it might break anywhere under stress, so it's about time to retire them from carry and replace them.

I still have the broken one, I just tossed it to the side. I may clean it up and experiment with it.

 

[labworm]

Have like many others carried mine for many years.

Sometimes wonder if it was the best purchase I ever made.

 

[AZretired]

Bought my first J a M-60 in 1977 and carried daily as a back up and off duty gun til 1994 when I stupidly traded it off for a new M-640. I have several j frames nowadays but sadly no M-60.

 

[hsguy]

I like the Model 60, compact, strong, well built and fun to shoot. Here is a photo of an early 60 and some papers that were with the gun when I bought it.

And here is a Target sighted brother.

 

[TDC]

This is a picture of a no-dash Mod 60 I bought new in 1982. It was the first S&W revolver to show up in my area that didn't have a pinned barrel, yet still retained the "no-dash" designation.... It and many other S&W's of that era shipped without a pinned barrel and/or a recessed cylinder. They became known as "transitional guns" until both those features were completely phased out later...

I would guess these fine Mod 60 firearms had to be among the most carried off-duty and CCW revolvers by law enforcement officers for a couple of decades. They were in short supply to the public from their introduction for that very reason....

Just a short recalled history lesson, children...

Long live the Mod 60!!

 

[alwslate]

Love mine. It's a 60-7 and is rated by S&W to be ok for +P ammo due
to internal improvements but retains the older and smaller pre magnum
size frame.

 

[Texas Star]

This is a picture of a no-dash Mod 60 I bought new in 1982. It was the first S&W revolver to show up in my area that didn't have a pinned barrel, yet still retained the "no-dash" designation.... It and many other S&W's of that era shipped without a pinned barrel and/or a recessed cylinder. They became known as "transitional guns" until both those features were completely phased out later...

I would guess these fine Mod 60 firearms had to be among the most carried off-duty and CCW revolvers by law enforcement officers for a couple of decades. They were in short supply to the public from their introduction for that very reason....

Just a short recalled history lesson, children...

Long live the Mod 60!!

No .38 ever had recessed chambers. That was just for .22's and Magnums.

 

[samandglove1]

Its a strange thing, the model 60 is one of the most affordable S&W's you see up in these parts. I constantly see nice (to very nice) conditioned no dash 60's priced at $299-349 at local gun shops. I have carried an early 70's one for approximately 15 years and will never give it away, but that hasn't stopped me from buying 3 more in the last two years. How do you say no to a $300 model 60 no dash???

Most of my gun friends usually carried the typical Glock/XD/Sig semi-autos and they constantly ribbed me about carrying an "old man's" gun. But I kid you not, all three of my recent model 60 purchases are now owned by three of those semi-auto guys. Two of them use it as their primary carry gun, and the third is leaning that way. I guess an "old man's" gun is not too bad after all.

And yes, I will still buy more if I see them at a nice price.....

 

[66Park]

Its a strange thing, the model 60 is one of the most affordable S&W's you see up in these parts. I constantly see nice (to very nice) conditioned no dash 60's priced at $299-349 at local gun shops. I have carried an early 70's one for approximately 15 years and will never give it away, but that hasn't stopped me from buying 3 more in the last two years. How do you say no to a $300 model 60 no dash???

Most of my gun friends usually carried the typical Glock/XD/Sig semi-autos and they constantly ribbed me about carrying an "old man's" gun. But I kid you not, all three of my recent model 60 purchases are now owned by three of those semi-auto guys. Two of them use it as their primary carry gun, and the third is leaning that way. I guess an "old man's" gun is not too bad after all.

And yes, I will still buy more if I see them at a nice price.....

When I had one, it was my most carried gun. I didn't plan it that way, but they just conceal so well that it is a gun that can always be with you. When I bought it, my main carry was a 1911. That M60 really came in handy!

 

[kudzu3]

What's not to love about the little guys?

That just might be the pertiest little gun I ever saw.

 

[illinoimike]

I just made a trade for one. Can't wait to get it. I traded my 40c for it and I think it was a good deal.

 

[TDC]

No .38 ever had recessed chambers. That was just for .22's and Magnums.

If you re-read what I wrote you'll find I said "and/or" as I was referring to all frames of that era...

 

[mg357]

I love the S&W Model 60 but i prefer the later model 60 with the 3 inch barrel and the
.357 magnum caliber.

 

[hotrod150]

I have 5 S&W's-- all revolvers, all j-frames, and all pinned-barrel Chiefs. Two of those are model 60's, one of which (along with an old model 36) is my EDC. So, jetflier, I guess you could say that yes, all these other guys & me are still loving the original 38 spl model 60's.
BTW I have a couple 5-round quick-strips too, handy and cheap at under ten bucks for the pair. A quick-strip carries very well in the watch pocket of a pair of jeans, or a belt pouch- way less obtrusive than a speedloader.

 

[Dudley]

I picked up a used S/S M60 no dash in 2007 from a LGS. took it home and took off the grips to do a good cleanig. The backbone is engraved Pittsfield PD.
My ser# is R299xxx, and I am pretty sure is was late 1983 production.Great little gun,
Loved the paperwork that came with your gun!!

 

[Alnamvet68]

I wonder what she's worth.......

How about a NIB, unfired, manufactured in 1973 Model 60 with box, papers, cleaning kit, etc?

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[Fox4Alpha]

I know with all the Scandium and Airweights out there now it's easy to get spoiled. But any love out there still for the Model 60 in .38?

Back in the day I had a 649 and regreted that gone ever since. I'm not a real fan of alloy. Something about stainless steel in a "snubby" that just does it for me.

I recently grabbed a pre-lock model 60 .38 (1984) and it just feels good. Anybody else still loving the older model 60's in .38?

I see the prices around $400 - $500 in the used market so that might be a hint.

Carry guns come and go, but I always come back to my 3" Model 60. Especially in the summer.

 

[CH47gunner]

Model 60 goodness - until Wifey decided she liked it also. Now it's hers so I picked up this M649 to replace it.
Like to have a nickel for every offer I've had to purchase the M60.

Bruce
M60nd

M649nd

 

[diamonback68]

I picked up a used S/S M60 no dash in 2007 from a LGS. took it home and took off the grips to do a good cleanig. The backbone is engraved Pittsfield PD.
My ser# is R299xxx, and I am pretty sure is was late 1983 production.Great little gun,
Loved the paperwork that came with your gun!!

According to the book it was shipped in late 1981. Hope that is of some help.

 

[azbuckeye]

I picked up my first snubbie this past summer, a Ruger SP-101 .357 Magnum and soon decided I needed a Model 60...been keeping me eyes open for one ever since.

 

[Dudley]

According to the book it was shipped in late 1981. Hope that is of some help.

Thanks for the info on the ship date.I was just estimating the date based on info I saw that the R series production ended in April 1983 with R332516

 

[Combat]

i used to have two 60-7's and sold them off. Didn't have much interest in J frames at the time.Wish I had kept one.I'm liking them small frames more and more.

 

[olskool]

the 60 on the bottom, i carry every day.

 

[jetflier89]

So, jetflier, I guess you could say that yes, all these other guys & me are still loving the original 38 spl model 60's.

Wow! I guess so. Interesting to see the price swings in different areas too. When it rains it pours.... After a long dry period of no M-60's around here. My LGS just got two of them in on trade the same day, a pinned model that's well used/not abused $375 and a 60-7 NIB $425. Both cash out the door prices. I'm trying to get a good buddy to buy the 60-7 but if he doesn't I think my safe can support one more! Guys seem to be trading them in towards hi-cap stuff with the ban looming here in CT.

 

[Crab Bait]

Purchased this 1973 Model 60 less than a month ago.

 

[wetdog]

I just got one on Monday with box , papers, and cleaning rod. R315XXX from 1982. Don't even have a pic yet due to weather.
Some nice ones here so I have some flitzing to do.

 

[Mytwobestfriends]

you should take a look here: eGun - Der Marktplatz für Jäger, Schützen und Angler
You'll get a nearly new Mod. 60 in .38Spl. for about 50 - 90 € (!)
Best wishes for your search
My own Mod. 60 I got 35 years ago... and I love it still
Michael

 

[Old Unk]

Here is my 1969 Mod 60;

carried as backup to primary in the homemade pocket square. I had the hammer bobbed. Usually Federal Nyclads- hear they're back.

Still a good carry from time to time.

 

[ColbyBruce]

My son's S&W 60 ND, bought used 3/11 for $150.00. I do not have a good photo of my S&W 60, but I bought mine used in 1981 or 1982 for $400.00 and was lucky to get it then. They were very scarce at the time.

 

[oldnavynukespook]

Both my wife and I really like the Mod.60. Have my carry gun with Crimson Trace laser grips, an Ashland and a couple NIB's put away. Around here, the prices for nice ones are running around $500 and up. Gone are "The Good Old Days"!