S&W Model 65 3in non-Ladysmith?

[plnkr1234]

Hi Guys,

Is that correct that S&W is discontinuing their K frames? If so, I've always wanted a M65 3 inch heavy barrel. I just checked their website and they only have a 3 inch Ladysmith. Do they make a 3 inch without the Ladysmith markings?

Thanks

 

[Brian Williams]

No S&W does not make a Ladysmith wo/ the markings but several members have use Flitz polishing paste to remove it. Look in the classifieds here and at S&W forum along with Gunsamerica, Gnbroker, and Auctionarms, regular 3" 65's can be found.

 

[pezo]

Whats so ladylike about a .357 magnum revolver anyway?

 

[RON in PA]

S&W hasn't made the model 65 for a number of years so any you find (if you're lucky) are used. There is nothing wrong with a male using a Lady Smith, some who post here do. It will not affect your masculinity.

 

[DHart]

Keep your eyes peeled and you can find an older model 65 or 13 with the hammer mounted firing pin. This firing pin design allows you to tune the springs a little lighter than you can with the frame mounted firing pin without compromising primer detonation. I found my 65 for $275 and my 13 for $301, both in the past month! They're worth the hunt!

Smith & Wesson Model 13-3 .357 Magnum 3" barrel

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Smith & Wesson Model 65-5 .357 Magnum 3" barrel - Signature Pic

Another option is a Ruger GP-100 with 3" barrel and fixed sights. They're available in blue and stainless and are superb alternatives to the S&W. Just got this one tonight and I am amazed at what a wonderful .357 it is.

Ruger GP-100 3" Barrel, Fixed sights, .357 magnum (KGPF-331)

 

[nero45acp]

I have a M65LS and the fact that is says "Lady Smith" on it doesn't bother me at all.


nero

 

[Gary in Pennsylvania]

Hey DHart - You've got some great photography skills there!

Thanks fer sharin'!

 

[WT]

Look at it this way.

If you ever have to pull your piece on a BG, instead of saying

"Go ahead, make my day!"

you can say

"Hey, meet my Lady friend."

Sounds a lot better in court.



If I remember correctly, the LS has a factory trigger action job and some other goodies done to it. Its a fine firearm.

 

[Gary in Pennsylvania]

WT - LOL!

 

[Tamara]

If I remember correctly, the LS has a factory trigger action job and some other goodies done to it. Its a fine firearm.

Most all round-butt 3" fixed-sight K-frames came with unshrouded ejector rods. The PC13 and the 65LS have shrouded ejector rods like their aidjustable-sighted brethren.