Smith and Wesson Model 13 thoughts and experiences
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Originally posted by jhe888:
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Originally posted by Sunset_Va: Is it just the 357 Mag models with the forcing cone issues?
Yes. .38 loads don't stress the gun that much. And the light bullet .357 loads tended to be harder on the forcing cones than heavier bullets.
...Which is why I keep 158gr 357mags in my 66. I'd never do those as a steady diet, but I'm less fearful of a split cone than with the ideal .357mag load, the 125gr.
In fact, I've never shot factory ammo through this gun, always light-to-medium reloads, in .357 cases. I want this gun to last forever.
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January 31, 2018, 07:36 PM
sigarms229
As others stated, check the forcing cone for any cracks or damage. You might also see some flame cutting but I've never had any issues and mine has some.
Here's mine that I picked up a year or two ago. This is an older pic as she now wears Hogue grips.
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January 31, 2018, 08:24 PM
xray 99
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Originally posted by dusty3030: 3" K frame fixed sight round butt in .357 or .38 is the bees knees for a fighting revolver IMO.
Regular revolver stuff. Check to make sure unloaded of course and cock it. Push on back of cocked hammer and see if the hammer will release without touching the trigger (Push off).
Look for a cracked forcing cone.
If it is over all "loose" or worn. Worn finish is a good bargaining point if the mechanicals are good.
Here is my 65 (same thing but stainless) to help push you over the edge.
A 3 inch 13-3 was the last revolver I qualified with. Right before revolvers were banned as primary duty guns.
Mine is DAO with a spurless hammer and an action job. One slick, smooth carry gun. Potent too.
Everything you need in a revolver and nothing you don't. Regards 18DAI
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February 01, 2018, 10:41 AM
captain127
I have always regarded the 3” 13 one of my grail guns. If I ever come across one I will scoop it up for sure. I detest stainless and only would be willing to buy blue, while not at all common, it does seem you see far more 3” stainless guns than blued. There were limited numbers of 3” model 10’s made as well, but they are even less common than 13’s I think.
February 01, 2018, 12:17 PM
jaybirdaccountant
I have a couple of the stainless versions, the 65, with 3" barrels. Great carry guns.
February 01, 2018, 01:28 PM
Snapping Twig
13-3 top, 65-5 bottom.
Excellent carry pieces!
Shoot well too!
February 02, 2018, 09:45 PM
stiab
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February 03, 2018, 09:04 AM
Imshootin
As others have said. Get it while you can. The 13 and 65 3" round butts are highly desirable revolvers. I sold my first 65 wanting something smaller and lighter and wound up regretting it. Luckily, I had an even nicer one almost fall into my lap a few years later.
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February 03, 2018, 09:58 AM
mr kablammo
GarandGuy, did you buy?
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February 03, 2018, 12:02 PM
GarandGuy
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Originally posted by mr kablammo: GarandGuy, did you buy?
Yes sir. Transferred to my buddies FFL. I'm picking it up next week after we take the kids to Disney World.
It's going to need some clean up. I'll post pictures after he follows me home.
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February 03, 2018, 12:43 PM
Colby Bruce
The 3" HB, RB K frames really benefit from the installation of a pair of Grashorn elk stag stocks.
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