Radagast
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heeler:
1969-1970.
tbone3:
Probably 1984/5. The 65-3 was introduced in 1982. The use of a three letter prefix for serial numbers was introduced in 1983, although S&W continued to sell guns with the old style serial after that date. The 65-3 was discontinued in 1988. The Standard Catalog of S&W notes serial range 17D8901 to 21D0883 in 1983, with 30D9291 being the final number in the D serial ranges. All I can say with certainty is 1983 to 1988.
LunkerPike:
In 2006 the Standard Catalog of S&W gave a value of $400 in excellent condition.
1969-1970.
tbone3:
Probably 1984/5. The 65-3 was introduced in 1982. The use of a three letter prefix for serial numbers was introduced in 1983, although S&W continued to sell guns with the old style serial after that date. The 65-3 was discontinued in 1988. The Standard Catalog of S&W notes serial range 17D8901 to 21D0883 in 1983, with 30D9291 being the final number in the D serial ranges. All I can say with certainty is 1983 to 1988.
LunkerPike:
In 2006 the Standard Catalog of S&W gave a value of $400 in excellent condition.