Model 65 Ladysmith info and opinions needed.

Jager01

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I was wondering if anyone had a brochure on this SW. Also, what are your opinions on this for carry? I want to become very proficient with my carry gun so will 125 grn rounds at practice make me possibly develop a flinch in this light of a package?
 
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Here is what my Lady Smith came with in the case...
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A trigger lock, owners manual, pamphlet on engraving, and warranty card.

I think it's one of the best carry guns S&W ever made! A steady diet of 125 gr magnum loads could damage the gun (the reason the L frame guns came out), so I'd practice with mostly 38's and carry the 357's. (I've often wondered if the new "Short Barrel" 357 loads would be better for the K frame 357's? anyone?)

Enjoy your Lady Smith - they are great guns!

Take care,
Bob S.
 
"(I've often wondered if the new "Short Barrel" 357 loads would be better for the K frame 357's? anyone?)"

135gr Speer SB .357 in a model 65 is just right! ( Not too hard, not too soft....)
 
Sometimes in the summer it can be alot of gun, but a good holster and belt setup with a loose untucked shirt over a tee and you should be fine. I've had mine for about 10 years.
I "stole" it from a Gander Mountain in MN. It was actually on clearance sale at a store in WI, plus the guy let me use a cupon that S&W was running that clearly stated that it can't be used towards firearms. Who am I to question the GM associate who wasn't capable of bore sighting a scope to save his life.

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Good luck,I'm sure you will love it, like everyone else.

And I carry the 135gr reduced recoil federal 357s in it, but probably only put one 20 round box through it in the 10 years I've had it.
 
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