Are Lady Smith's just for Ladies?

[Brian Dale]

I don't have one only because I haven't seen one at a good price when I've remembered to look for them.

 

[bub]

If I could find a good, used 3" M65 LadySmith, I'd be asking the same questions (or not since I really don't care one way or another what the weapon says on it, only how it works). I honestly think that's about the only thing that might make me give up my SP101 for CC! I just love the shrouded ejector rod along with the 3" barrel. Seems to me to be just about the perfect CC revolver.

Bub

 

[Kymasabe]

If I were you, I'd be too embarrassed to carry a gun that says "Lady Smith" on the side. I think you should get rid of that girlie gun right now. As a matter of fact, bring to me and I'll send you home with a nice Model 36 with a combat grip and I'll keep the girlie gun here (which would immediately go into my CQC holster, and with me right out the door, proud to be carrying such a fine gun!).

 

[Down South]

Pic of the M60LS

I don't know why that I didn't post this pic in my reply the other day for the topic starter but here it is. I had saved the pic myself thinking about getting the 60LS. It is a pretty piece with those rosewood grips. One problem is the exposed hammer causing a problem for CCW. I would hate to bob a hammer on a new piece especially one that pretty. That's one thing that lead me to the 642 with the enclosed hammer plus the 642 is lighter.

 

[The Lone Haranguer]

If this were about autoloaders, I would tell you how much I like my 3913 LadySmith. But it isn't.

 

[ArchAngelCD]

Why would you let a marketing ploy turn you away from carrying the gun you want to carry?

Are Lady Smith's just for Ladies?

NO!
(in my opinion of course)

 

[jack the toad]

I carry one in my man purse. Not really.
Other than some kidding from those that know, I wouldn't worry about carrying a lady smith and would prefer it to a pink colored pistol.

 

[Pappy John]

I talked my wife into buying a 3913LS for herself, but then she found out that the trigger was too far forward for her to reach easily. She's sticking with her Kel-Tecs for the time being. So, I'm carrying it occasionally, mostly in the summertime. That slim grip makes it really easy to conceal.

 

[skidlid]

One word......Dremmel

 

[chaim]

I love my S&W 65LS. Great gun. The differences are the grips, the satin stainless finish (it won't glare when it hits light so if you accidentally flash you are less likely to be discovered), and some springs are lighter so it has a better trigger pull and lighter action. I love mine and would get another if they weren't running about $200 more than when I bought mine 6 years ago.

 

[sniper5]

Hell, this is AMERICA!!! You can carry anything you want anywhere you want....Well, except for New.....and Kalif.....and.....and you can't have those black th....and...


Sorry, had a moment. Forgot what country I was really in.

 

[tekarra]

I sure would get one if I could find one for a reasonable price.

 

[SWMAN]

Of course its just for ladies!!! No real man would ever shoot a gun made for a girl, much less touch one or heaven forbid, actually own one.

 

[madmattmd]

Yep, just for women. Just like my ’97 Miata daily driver (1/2 the cost for gas than my truck). I guess that makes me and my 30 other firearms “girly.”

But, the Model 36 LS shoots as well as the Miata drives, so, why should the “girls” have all the fun?

Matt

BTW, if I ever have to use the LS in a defensive situation, the BG won’t be looking at the script on the side, just the hole in the barrel.

 

[cyclist]

In the Snubbie thread I labeled this "his and hers", Ladysmith Model 60 .38 Special sharing a rug with a Magnum Carry Colt .357. The little lady does just fine, and it's not just for women.



If I were to do anything to the Ladysmith it would be a hammer bob.

 

[colubrid]

I like sticking the LS down my pants.

 

[Zundfolge]

There's two ways to look at Lady Smith.

It could be a Smith for the Ladies, OR it could be a Lady of a Smith (so name it Charlene and be done with it)

 

[izmarkie]

This thread is nuts. Why bother with a ladysmith? Get a standard 60 and buy a pair of badger grips, or better yet, get an SP101.

Carrying a ladysmith is like driving a Miata. It really doesn't matter how you attempt to justify it, it's still emasculating. If you really want a "fun little gun" get a 642.

 

[markk]

It's not like people are gonna point and laugh and call you a sissy.
I mean, c'mon, it's a .357 Magnum...
My CCW

 

[BullRunBear]

I recall reading that S&W did some serious research about what features/grips/dimensions women wanted in a concealable revolver and the Ladysmith was the result. I've fired one and even with pretty big hands it was comfortable and accurate. That said, I carry an SP101 DOA. Told my wife I got it as a tribute because it has her initials. We've been married long enough that she didn't believe me.

Regards, Jeff

 

[boalex207]

If it gets the BG off of you, don't worry even if it says "Princess Smith"

 

[Brian Dale]

If it gets the BG off of me, I don't care if it has "Girlie Gun" written in bright, red, block capitals along the side.

 

[KrankyKraut]

Look, you gotta face it: Any guy being seen with a Ladysmith at the range is liable to get beaten up.

 

[perpster]

And I always thought "Ladysmith" meant a female in Springfield built it.

Who's ever going to see it anyway? Ever tried to read the markings on someone else's gun when it's not laying stationary and right in front of you?

And look on the bright side--if you use it in a shooting your defense counsel will love it.

 

[Rexster]

If anyone laughs at you, hit him with your purse! Seriously, don't worry about it. The beadblasted finish is actually very practical for a carry gun. And, concealed is concealed, anyway.