Thanks for all the encouraging information. I'm also considering a S&W mod 64 or mod 67 which I think is simply a stainless steel version of the model 10 as btg3 pointed out earlier. I believe that the only difference between the 64 and 67 is the 67 has adjustable sights. Please correct me if I'm wrong about this. Does anybody have any comments or recommendations about the differences between the Mod 10, 64, and 67? Once again, I appreciate all the responses and place value on all of them.
Considering a Model 10 Smith & Wesson
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Beware of Copies of S&W model 10 (AKA Military & Police)
There are some copies of the Model 10 that look good, but are not well made (such as some Spanish copies). Look for the S&W logo, to be safe.
There are some copies of the Model 10 that look good, but are not well made (such as some Spanish copies). Look for the S&W logo, to be safe.
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Check out this for a list of the various K frame models;
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Smith_&_Wesson
Just before half way down there's a list of all the various frame sizes and models produced with those frames. The names are links to Wiki pages for each model. This should be a good first reference for you.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Smith_&_Wesson
Just before half way down there's a list of all the various frame sizes and models produced with those frames. The names are links to Wiki pages for each model. This should be a good first reference for you.
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My HB model 64 4" is the only gun I'd never consider selling. tom.
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The skinny bbl 64 is like a 67 with fixed sights. Heavy bbl 64s are like hb 10s. tom.
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The 67 handles like the Model 10 skinny barrel. Stainless version of the model 15 combat masterpiece. You really would not be making a mistake buying a 67. Very nice piece.
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My first gun, almost 20 years ago, was a Model 10 Royal Hong Kong Police issue. I took my CCW test with it, and taught my wife to shoot. It took a lot of abuse from both of us, and still works great. I gave it to my Dad a couple of years ago as a house gun since all he had were .22's.
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But I'll ask you to ponder this... why buy new when you can find so many nice used older pre lock model 10-15-64-67's for less $$?
I'll also throw this out there to ponder, look for a 3" or 5" M10.
That's a good question. I've always preferred new, never owned stuff because you never can be sure of the use and care a preowned item has had. I'm sure that I've missed out on some good buying opportunities but everyone needs to do what they're most comfortable with. Thanks for your interest.
David E said:
Agreed. If this is going to be a range gun, I'd opt for adjustable sights. IMO, fixed sights are ok for a carry gun, in which case, I'd also prefer something with a 3" or less barrel.
As far as the M10, I had one (a pristine pencil-barreled 4" 10-5) because "everyone ought to have one". I neither carried it, nor found myself shooting it at the range, since I have better revos for that. Not much of a collector, I eventually sold it.
The front sight's different, too. The 67 utilizes a red ramp front that's pinned in, so it can be swapped for, say, a fiber optic if you prefer that. The 64 has a small-ish plain front sight that's integral with the barrel, so it's effectively unchangeable, especially if it's on a 2-piece barrel as shown on the S&W website.
I like the look of the fixed sight Smiths better, but I like the sight picture of adjustable sight Smiths better.
Own both, like both, won't sell either. If I were to sell one, it wouldn't be my 15-3 or my 586 no dash.
Doubt I could sell my 10-6, though. She's not real purty on the outside. She's great on the inside, but she was an evidence locker gun, and looks to have possibly been a suicide gun.
Kinda morbid, if you think about it. I try not to think about it. Can't blame an inanimate object for the actions of it's owner.....wait a minute, the gun control crowd does.
Own both, like both, won't sell either. If I were to sell one, it wouldn't be my 15-3 or my 586 no dash.
Doubt I could sell my 10-6, though. She's not real purty on the outside. She's great on the inside, but she was an evidence locker gun, and looks to have possibly been a suicide gun.
Kinda morbid, if you think about it. I try not to think about it. Can't blame an inanimate object for the actions of it's owner.....wait a minute, the gun control crowd does.
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M&P Model 10
Buy it, it is a good carry gun, with flat nose bullets it is a good stopper, and it hold up great. I have a 53 M&P and a newer one. I don't carry them, they stay by my bed or in the gun safe as they are collectors piece. I am looking for one to carry to replace my Bersa Thunderer. I carry a Colt SAA a lot. I figure a revolver is a good choice for a carry gun in that when the nerves hit, fine motor skills can go out the window. Here in SC I can carry any gun I want, I used the M&P 38 for qualifying and scored better than most with Glocks and such. Get a used but not abused Model 10 save the money and use it to practice and get your skills honed. Also in a push you can pull bring the gun up not aim and with the point ability of the 10 you can save a second or two and it might save your life
Buy it, it is a good carry gun, with flat nose bullets it is a good stopper, and it hold up great. I have a 53 M&P and a newer one. I don't carry them, they stay by my bed or in the gun safe as they are collectors piece. I am looking for one to carry to replace my Bersa Thunderer. I carry a Colt SAA a lot. I figure a revolver is a good choice for a carry gun in that when the nerves hit, fine motor skills can go out the window. Here in SC I can carry any gun I want, I used the M&P 38 for qualifying and scored better than most with Glocks and such. Get a used but not abused Model 10 save the money and use it to practice and get your skills honed. Also in a push you can pull bring the gun up not aim and with the point ability of the 10 you can save a second or two and it might save your life
ka4pxk
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Nope, they are great guns and a great trigger pull and as sound as a double eagle gold piece.
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