Smith & Wesson Model 13

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The Smith & Wesson Model 13 (Military & Police Magnum) was a .357 Magnum revolver designed for military and police use. It was based on S&W's K-frame platform. This was a double action revolver with a capacity of six rounds. Barrel lengths were 3" and 4" with fixed sights. The Model 19 was essentially the same gun with adjustable sights. The M13 had a blued finish; the Model 65 was a variant in matte finish stainless steel.

The Model 13 was manufactured from 1974 to 1999. The Model 65 was manufactured from 1972 to 2004.

Both models were issued by police agencies and federal law enforcement agencies in the United States. The FBI issued the Model 13 with a 3" barrel shortly before switching to semi-automatic pistols.[1]

[edit] References

  1. ^ Ayoob, Massad. Small handgun attitude. Guns Magazine, May 2003.
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