New-To-Me 64-3 3"

[m9x18]

Hello everybody. I just picked up a S&W 64-3 3" the other day at a local pawn shop. It sat under the glass for about a couple of weeks before I happened upon it. Taking a big chance, I decided to sleep on it. The next morning it was all I could think about so I decided to see if it was still there. And thank God it was! I negotiated the price (which wasn't so bad to start with) down. It has no box or papers but was just too good to pass up. I put some Uncle Mike's on it and it feels great in my hand. Anyway, I thought you might like to see it.

Robert

 

[Beemerguy53]

Just my personal preference, but I think 3" K-Frames are just about perfect. They balance well, point naturally, and feel good in the hand.

Congratulations on your acquisition!

 

[dscampbell]

Just my personal preference, but I think 3" K-Frames are just about perfect. They balance well, point naturally, and feel good in the hand.

Congratulations on your acquisition!

I totally agree


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[m9x18]

I called S&W and the customer service rep said it was made in December 1987. I was amazed. It practically looks brand new.

 

[Sistema1927]

If you don't mind, please tell us how much you had to pay for that little jewel.

 

[m9x18]

I paid $512. I'm sure I could have gotten it for less if I let it stay under the glass a little longer.

 

[bamabiker]

At $512 it wouldn't have sat on the shelf a couple of days around here.
Congrats on the find.

 

[Igiveup]

I recenly bought one thru a board member here. It has become my daily carry. Accurate, and just seems to like me. I paid just a tad more and it shipped from Florida.

 

[stansdds]

Very nice Model 64-3. The 3-inch K-frame is just about as easy to carry as a 2 1/2 inch K-frame, but for that extra 1/2 inch of barrel you get a full length ejector rod. In my estimation, that is an excellent trade.

 

[Bill In Texas]

Congratulations on your new 64-3 3" k frame.! I have one as well. Mine has a Tyler T and Magna grips. Enjoy!

 

[Glashaus]

Very nice! I have a 3" M64-3 as well. It was an ex PD pistol. I bought it back in the day when you could hardly give away a 3" .38 Special M64, I am glad that I did, it is one of my favorite shooting S&W's!

 

[m9x18]

Thank you everyone for the kind words about this revolver. I'm so glad I picked it up. It feels so well-balanced! Does anyone know why S&W went with such a thick barrel on these firearms?

 

[ISCS Yoda]

I paid $512. I'm sure I could have gotten it for less if I let it stay under the glass a little longer.

Not anywhere near where I live!!!!

The SCSW indicates the use of the HB beginning in 1974. (page 263). It doesn't say why but I'll speculate S&W was getting ready for the Model 65.

 

[xfarfuldog]

I saw this thread a few days ago. It made me remember my second 3" 64 I sold earlier this year. I was at two gun shows today and saw several interesting Smiths. Found a three inch stainless Smith sitting on a table. It was a little rough and turned out to be a 65. After a short discussion it came home with me.

 

[Lobster Picnic]

Congratulations. That's high on the Holy Grail list for me.

 

[photoman]

Pawn shops are about the only place to find a good deal now days. I picked up a 3" Model 13 recently for $299 at a local pawn shop. (!)

 

[m9x18]

Yes, there are treasures to be found at pawn shops. You never know what you'll find under the glass! Some shops even have a decent return policy on used firearms.

 

[chief38]

IMHO it's much better balanced than the 2" snubby version. NICE!

 

[jtcarm]

A 3" M-64 is my EDC.

Congrats, that was a steal[emoji6]