Yurko
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I'd like to get a nice 65 SB with a 4" barrel (longer is better).
and a RB 2" (if they even made them)
P&R of course
and a RB 2" (if they even made them)
P&R of course
Why so few 65s?
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M2MikeGolf
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Try looking for references for 547s to feel better about lack of 65 references, or 13s for that matter.
Snapping Twig
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Here's mine, it's a 65-5 LS. All the features of the 66 without the encumbrance of adjustable sights. Perfect for a carry gun.
As rare as the 65 is, the LS is even more rare.
As rare as the 65 is, the LS is even more rare.
Erich
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I gave this 65-5 to my brother a couple of Christmases ago.
I gave this 65-5 to my brother a couple of Christmases ago.
The matte rubber grips compliment the bead blast finish quite well.
All business for sure!
C Islander
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Since this thread started, I aquirred a second 65. I now have a 3" and a 4".
i have a 65-2, 4''bl. that was a police trade in that i use when i go camping,hiking and atv riding. rubber pacs on it, as stated earlier no sights to get knocked out of place and the weather won't hurt it. a very good ''workhorse'' of a gun...
Why so few 65's
I picked up my S&W 65-5 Ladysmith for a very reasonable price.
Since I've had it for awhile, it has really grown on me and I've decided now that it's a keeper.
My significant other really loves this little gun and it's a ideal little revolver to carry for outdoor activities
or just everyday carry.
I picked up my S&W 65-5 Ladysmith for a very reasonable price.
Since I've had it for awhile, it has really grown on me and I've decided now that it's a keeper.
My significant other really loves this little gun and it's a ideal little revolver to carry for outdoor activities
or just everyday carry.
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Black_Sheep
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Far from unloved, a 3" Model 65 is one of the best shooting revolvers I own. Current prices suggest that the 65 and it's blued counterpart the Model 13 are desireable guns, especially in the 3" configuration. I believe folks that have them are holding on to 'em...
ruffbird
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I sure love my two 65-5 Smiths....
Every once in awhile I pinch myself to remind myself I'm not dreaming....
I bought a lot of (7)SW boxes a few months back off of xbay. It was the only "blind buy" I have ever made in that i didnt know what the end labels were. But I just some boxes to put some of my older boxless J and K frames in. When I received them, all but 1 was a model 65 box. I found that interesting as the OP stated that they weren't the most common box available. I had kind of expected mostly model 10s. I think they were all Bangor Punta era. This thread makes me want to fill one if them
Great guns all.
I lucked onto this Ladysmith as it came into the LGS while I was in the store. Had some rust and pitting, but in the box and "purse"
Probably should have shipped it to S&W for a refinish (may still do that) but instead just polished away:
I lucked onto this Ladysmith as it came into the LGS while I was in the store. Had some rust and pitting, but in the box and "purse"
Probably should have shipped it to S&W for a refinish (may still do that) but instead just polished away:
I enjoyed reviewing the excerpts from this thread. I recently acquired a 3" 65-5 HB-RB in 95% condition. I can attest it didn't come to me at the 2010 prices qouted here but at $675! The DA is crisp and the SA breaks at 4lbs as indicated on the trigger scale. I have been smart and EDC' a SP101 2 1/4 with which I have not felt undergunned making carry with as I don't frequent locals or travel at times in which I may need the capacity of a semi-auto. Now if I can only find an IWB holster to accomodate my 65 
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Longhorn1986
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I love my 65-3! The only change I've made is I've added Hogue grips as they fit my big paws better. It's debatable what's more accurate, it or my Kimber Custom TLE II 1911 in .45. I rarely use it as a carry gun. I have a 60-9 for when I want a .357 wheelgun in my pocket. It's more my "sitting in the living room one evening and hear a funny noise outside" gun.
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Mehutch
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This old girl has been with me on most backpacking trips and is my go-home-gun if the SHTF while at work or away.
Just look at that pinned bull barrel. Model 65-1, Cost - $200. (12-1977)
Just look at that pinned bull barrel. Model 65-1, Cost - $200. (12-1977)
wls
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65-1
I bought my 65-1 in October 1978 for $128.00 new. Had it made rb and added pachmayer rubber grips. Carried it daily for 9 years until we switched to autos. It has at least 20000 rounds, silver tips, 38+p and wadcutters. It was my back-up on SWAT operations.
I shot a couple perfect scores on the old ppc course with it.
I bought my 65-1 in October 1978 for $128.00 new. Had it made rb and added pachmayer rubber grips. Carried it daily for 9 years until we switched to autos. It has at least 20000 rounds, silver tips, 38+p and wadcutters. It was my back-up on SWAT operations.
I shot a couple perfect scores on the old ppc course with it.
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There are many who love the model 65. I carry one quite often as it rests easy on the hip and easily conceals under a shirt.
I have a Mass. State Police 65-2 and a NYSP 65-3, both around 98%. I love them both and they each shoot very well.
There was an auction earlier in the year where a pristine 65-3 with box and all goodies went for top dollar.
100% NIB S&W Model 65 .357 Magnum 3" Heavy Barrel : Revolvers at GunBroker.com
It would take a lot to get me to sell mine as I don't see the three inch models very often.
Hank
I have a Mass. State Police 65-2 and a NYSP 65-3, both around 98%. I love them both and they each shoot very well.
There was an auction earlier in the year where a pristine 65-3 with box and all goodies went for top dollar.
100% NIB S&W Model 65 .357 Magnum 3" Heavy Barrel : Revolvers at GunBroker.com
It would take a lot to get me to sell mine as I don't see the three inch models very often.
Hank
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