It was offered in a conventional sporting rifle version and in variations that replicated the appearance of military arms such as the C96 Broomhandle Mauser, M1 Carbine and M1A1 Thompson submachine gun.

[citation needed] Based on completed auction listings showing serial numbers, total production was in excess of 39,000 Model 65s of all types.

[citation needed] Some Model 65s were imported to Canada as light sporting rifles in the late 1960s.

Hostage-taker Hansina Uktolseja, who was shot during the Dutch Marine rescue attempt was famously photographed carrying a Model 65.

[citation needed] The Philippines Constabulary is said to have purchased a quantity of Model 65s for use by its officers in the late 1960s.