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Smith and Wesson Model 12 vs Smith & Wesson Model 65

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Smith and Wesson Model 12
HandgunsDiscontinued
Smith & Wesson Model 65
HandgunsDiscontinued
Overview
Spec
Smith and Wesson Model 12
Smith & Wesson Model 65
Manufacturer
Smith & Wesson
Smith & Wesson
Country
United States
United States
Production
1953–1986
1972–2005
Units produced
Approximately 200,000
Unknown
Specifications
Spec
Smith and Wesson Model 12
Smith & Wesson Model 65
Overall length
229 mm
222 mm
Barrel length
102 mm
102 mm
Weight
0.51 kg
0.96 kg
Magazine capacity
6 rounds
6 rounds (cylinder)
Action type
Double-action revolver
Double-action revolver
Trigger type
DA/SA
Double-action / single-action
Sights
Fixed blade front, notch rear
Fixed front ramp and rear square notch
Calibers

Smith and Wesson Model 12

.38 Special

Smith & Wesson Model 65

.357 Magnum.38 Special
Smith and Wesson Model 12Smith & Wesson Model 65
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