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Recommend a S&W mid size carry gun
3/7/2012 11:51:49 PM
I've been on a revolver kick of late. I have plenty of tac guns like Glocks and HK's and such. Now I'm looking for something with some style and class.
I already have a 629, a 640, and a 351 (22 mag). I'd like:
Stainless
Adjustable sights
3 to 4 inch bbl, preferably full lug as I think they look better
Maybe nice wood grips, though I can always swap those out.
Caliber - I already probably own too many different calibers of guns, so I don't want anything new for me. So something in .357, 9mm, 44 Special or Mag, or 45.
Uses will be range work, and belt carry.
Suggestions?
Thanks,
I already have a 629, a 640, and a 351 (22 mag). I'd like:
Stainless
Adjustable sights
3 to 4 inch bbl, preferably full lug as I think they look better
Maybe nice wood grips, though I can always swap those out.
Caliber - I already probably own too many different calibers of guns, so I don't want anything new for me. So something in .357, 9mm, 44 Special or Mag, or 45.
Uses will be range work, and belt carry.
Suggestions?
Thanks,
3/8/2012 12:46:47 AM
Hard to beat a 66. Love mine. Unfortunatly prices seem to be going up on all the K frames.
Take a look at http://smith-wessonforom.com
Take a look at http://smith-wessonforom.com
3/8/2012 9:30:18 AM
W748 is spot on with his suggestion for a K-Frame. I have 2.5" model 66 with pachmayer CCW grips that carries concealed quite well. For belt carry a 4" would be great. I'm in the market for one myself.
ETA I wouldn't neglet the Rugers either. My 4" GP100 carries nicely on a belt and is great on the range. It might be easier to find a 3" GP100 than a 3" K-frame. I'm not a K frame expert but I believe the 3" variants carry a premium.
ETA I wouldn't neglet the Rugers either. My 4" GP100 carries nicely on a belt and is great on the range. It might be easier to find a 3" GP100 than a 3" K-frame. I'm not a K frame expert but I believe the 3" variants carry a premium.
3/8/2012 10:15:44 AM
S&W 66 3"
I really like the round but with Speigel grips
The 3" barrel allows for a longer ejector rod, this can be an issue with 357 cases.
I really like the round but with Speigel grips
The 3" barrel allows for a longer ejector rod, this can be an issue with 357 cases.
3/8/2012 11:07:48 AM
686 four inch or 3 inch
629 classic or classic dx in 5 inch
29 classic or classic dx in 5 inch
629 three inch full lug/unfluted
60 with 3 inch full lugged barrel/adj. sights .357
586 four inch
696 full lug three inch .44 special
Some of these listed bring a premium
You should really consider:
624 .44 special
629 four inch
29 four inch
629 mountain gun four inch
629 classic or classic dx in 5 inch
29 classic or classic dx in 5 inch
629 three inch full lug/unfluted
60 with 3 inch full lugged barrel/adj. sights .357
586 four inch
696 full lug three inch .44 special
Some of these listed bring a premium
You should really consider:
624 .44 special
629 four inch
29 four inch
629 mountain gun four inch
3/8/2012 11:28:46 AM
I think I'll keep any eye out for this one:
60 with 3 inch full lugged barrel/adj. sights .357
I'm looking at some on GB now, and that is what I've been wanting.
I already have a 629 in 5", which is a really nice gun. I have a Charter Arms bulldog too, so I'm set for both small/big guns in 44.
But for 357 I only have a 640. So this 60 would be a full size one for the set.
What frame size is the 60? K or L?
And for S&W frames, the small ones are J frames. The big boys like the 629 are N. And K/L are in between. Is there a big difference between the K/L frames?
Thanks,
60 with 3 inch full lugged barrel/adj. sights .357
I'm looking at some on GB now, and that is what I've been wanting.
I already have a 629 in 5", which is a really nice gun. I have a Charter Arms bulldog too, so I'm set for both small/big guns in 44.
But for 357 I only have a 640. So this 60 would be a full size one for the set.
What frame size is the 60? K or L?
And for S&W frames, the small ones are J frames. The big boys like the 629 are N. And K/L are in between. Is there a big difference between the K/L frames?
Thanks,
3/8/2012 11:29:09 AM
K frame
M19
M13 M&P 3 or 4 inch
M10 also
M19
M13 M&P 3 or 4 inch
M10 also
3/8/2012 11:59:20 AM
I see the model 60 is a 5 shot. What frame size is it? K? Are all k frames's 5 shot?
Thanks,
Thanks,
3/8/2012 12:38:43 PM
Model 60 is a J frame. All J frames in .38/.357 are 5 shots. .327 Federal are 6 shots.
K frames are medium frame and are 6 shots in .38/.357. ie.. Model 10 = blue .38 Model 13 = blue(or nickle) .357.
K frames are medium frame and are 6 shots in .38/.357. ie.. Model 10 = blue .38 Model 13 = blue(or nickle) .357.
3/8/2012 2:19:19 PM
3in M66
3in M65 Ladysmith (fixed sights but shrouded barrel)
2 1/2in M66 / 19
No shroud but heavy barrels...
3in M65
3in M13
3in M65 Ladysmith (fixed sights but shrouded barrel)
2 1/2in M66 / 19
No shroud but heavy barrels...
3in M65
3in M13
3/8/2012 2:31:55 PM
It is really hard to beat a 66/19 2.5" for a CC belt gun. I've got seven of the darn things and love 'em! I'm also a fan of the 3+" K frames. I've got a 3.25" 66 that is just awesome. To go with a 3" 60 really doesn't get you much. It'll be a little thinner due to being a 5-shot, but I'd rather have the extra round and a bigger frame (fits my hand better). A 2.5" L-frame (586/686) if you can find one is also a heck of a nice piece. I prefer the K-frame, but that's just me.
I'm also a fan of N-frame 44-specials. Shoot real nice and due to the lightweight barrels carry pretty decent.
ETA - here's some pics of part of the collection:
19-4 upper left, 19-5 lower left, 64-2 upper right, 66-2 lower right, 37 in middle. All are K-frame except the middle that is a J.
My trusty 19-3
24-3 Lew Horton on left and 624 on right
I'm also a fan of N-frame 44-specials. Shoot real nice and due to the lightweight barrels carry pretty decent.
ETA - here's some pics of part of the collection:
19-4 upper left, 19-5 lower left, 64-2 upper right, 66-2 lower right, 37 in middle. All are K-frame except the middle that is a J.
My trusty 19-3
24-3 Lew Horton on left and 624 on right
3/8/2012 2:38:14 PM
If you weren't too hooked on adjustable sights, I would try to find a Model 65 w 3-inch barrel. Big enough to shoot easily, small enough to conceal without too much trouble.
3/8/2012 9:03:00 PM
I like my M66 2.5"
3/9/2012 11:52:29 AM
Smith's adjustable sights are kind of a pain for daily carry. It's really hard to beat a three K frame fixed sight revolver (10, 13, 64 or 65, take your pick). Which is why they can be so hard to find. A used one will usually get sold very quickly.
3/9/2012 1:02:09 PM
Originally Posted By compuvette:
It is really hard to beat a 66/19 2.5" for a CC belt gun. I've got seven of the darn things and love 'em! I'm also a fan of the 3+" K frames. I've got a 3.25" 66 that is just awesome. To go with a 3" 60 really doesn't get you much. It'll be a little thinner due to being a 5-shot, but I'd rather have the extra round and a bigger frame (fits my hand better). A 2.5" L-frame (586/686) if you can find one is also a heck of a nice piece. I prefer the K-frame, but that's just me.
I'm also a fan of N-frame 44-specials. Shoot real nice and due to the lightweight barrels carry pretty decent.
ETA - here's some pics of part of the collection:
http://i483.photobucket.com/albums/rr193/compuvette/IMG_20110623_211552.jpg
19-4 upper left, 19-5 lower left, 64-2 upper right, 66-2 lower right, 37 in middle. All are K-frame except the middle that is a J.
http://i483.photobucket.com/albums/rr193/compuvette/IMG_20110129_140136.jpg
My trusty 19-3
http://i483.photobucket.com/albums/rr193/compuvette/IMG_20110728_195547.jpg
24-3 Lew Horton on left and 624 on right
It is really hard to beat a 66/19 2.5" for a CC belt gun. I've got seven of the darn things and love 'em! I'm also a fan of the 3+" K frames. I've got a 3.25" 66 that is just awesome. To go with a 3" 60 really doesn't get you much. It'll be a little thinner due to being a 5-shot, but I'd rather have the extra round and a bigger frame (fits my hand better). A 2.5" L-frame (586/686) if you can find one is also a heck of a nice piece. I prefer the K-frame, but that's just me.
I'm also a fan of N-frame 44-specials. Shoot real nice and due to the lightweight barrels carry pretty decent.
ETA - here's some pics of part of the collection:
http://i483.photobucket.com/albums/rr193/compuvette/IMG_20110623_211552.jpg
19-4 upper left, 19-5 lower left, 64-2 upper right, 66-2 lower right, 37 in middle. All are K-frame except the middle that is a J.
http://i483.photobucket.com/albums/rr193/compuvette/IMG_20110129_140136.jpg
My trusty 19-3
http://i483.photobucket.com/albums/rr193/compuvette/IMG_20110728_195547.jpg
24-3 Lew Horton on left and 624 on right
Curse you...that 624 is calling my name...actually a 24 would be just as good...I have the 696 but a 44dpec. N frame would be sweet.
3/9/2012 7:23:03 PM
Model 65 3in.
I know you said adj sights but fixed are just so much better looking, IMO.
I know you said adj sights but fixed are just so much better looking, IMO.
3/9/2012 7:32:57 PM
Originally Posted By JohnRippert:
Model 65 3in.
I know you said adj sights but fixed are just so much better looking, IMO.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/0903/johnrippert/65-3.jpg
Model 65 3in.
I know you said adj sights but fixed are just so much better looking, IMO.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/0903/johnrippert/65-3.jpg
+1
3/9/2012 9:17:38 PM
Originally Posted By Warhawk:
+1
Originally Posted By JohnRippert:
Model 65 3in.
I know you said adj sights but fixed are just so much better looking, IMO.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/0903/johnrippert/65-3.jpg
Model 65 3in.
I know you said adj sights but fixed are just so much better looking, IMO.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/0903/johnrippert/65-3.jpg
+1
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3/10/2012 10:26:26 AM
That is nice. There are some on GB for 300-400 bucks.
Is the 65 a 5 or 6 shot? And what frame size is it? S&W doesn't list it on their web site anymore so I can't look it up.
Thanks,
Is the 65 a 5 or 6 shot? And what frame size is it? S&W doesn't list it on their web site anymore so I can't look it up.
Thanks,
3/10/2012 12:16:22 PM
Originally Posted By 1stID:
That is nice. There are some on GB for 300-400 bucks.
Is the 65 a 5 or 6 shot? And what frame size is it? S&W doesn't list it on their web site anymore so I can't look it up.
Thanks,
That is nice. There are some on GB for 300-400 bucks.
Is the 65 a 5 or 6 shot? And what frame size is it? S&W doesn't list it on their web site anymore so I can't look it up.
Thanks,
The 65 is a six shot, stainless K frame in 357.
3/10/2012 3:39:32 PM
Originally Posted By JohnRippert:
Model 65 3in.
I know you said adj sights but fixed are just so much better looking, IMO.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/0903/johnrippert/65-3.jpg
Model 65 3in.
I know you said adj sights but fixed are just so much better looking, IMO.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/0903/johnrippert/65-3.jpg
+1
Ive had several fixed sighted S&W .
Every single one of them shot POA / POI using 158gr SWC
The 148 are close also.
For a carry gun the last thing I would want are the adjustable sights
3/11/2012 8:25:36 PM
Some of you guys need to get up to speed on current prices . The 3" model 66 that was only made for a short time is now the most sought after Smith made since 1980 . They go for a grand plus used !
3/11/2012 8:38:30 PM
Originally Posted By shadowcop:
I like my M66 2.5"
I like my M66 2.5"
This.
3/12/2012 1:20:48 AM
Personally. I love shooting the 686. It's not mine, but it's in the family (mothers fathers favorite) I'll get it one day and be proud to give it home.
3/12/2012 1:53:40 PM
One of my favorites; my S&W 66-1 2 1/2" .357
Former Sheriff's Dept issue (electric pencil engraving!?#%)
Former Sheriff's Dept issue (electric pencil engraving!?#%)
3/12/2012 3:17:24 PM
As much as I like the 66 you will be better off with a Smith model 13 or 65 3" round but.
Don't really need the adjustable sights on a carry gun.
Don't really need the adjustable sights on a carry gun.
