Well an update is in order.
The 13 is a pinned barrel, square butt Pre-1982 model with some honest holster wear and a small spot of freckling on the s&w trademark. No back strap cutting, no forcing cone issues and solid lockup.
I seriously had a panic attack when I saw it. It was $399 but the shop was having an xmas sale so I do believe they wanted to wheel and deal. Hell, Plain Jane HB Model 10's are going for that price around here.
Another orphan for the orphanage. Couldn't be happier.
Thanks one and all for the replies.
