From the Creator of the .357 Magnum: This is a 1972 Model 19-3 Smith & Wesson .357 Magnum. Bill Jordan asked Smith & Wesson to make a .357 Magnum on the medium-sized and lighter K frame, rather than the heavy N frame. Production of the 2 1/2" barrel Model 19 began in 1967. Handguns and long guns from the late 1940s through the 1970s are ...1365 posts · Joined 2012. #3 · Feb 8, 2014. Your M66-1 was shipped in 1981, according to The Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson. The original grips would have been Goncalo Alves target grips. The barrel should be pinned and the cylinder recessed on the M66-1. The grips would look like this.Sep 24, 2021 · That is a very nice looking 586. I am guessing but I think you are correct on the manufacture date. I would think late 1980 or early 1981 maybe. Hopefully someone will chime in with a more precise date for you. If per chance that you would have the original box it would gave the shipping date on the end label. Congrats on a great acquisition.You can see the 5-screw configuration (three on the side plate, one under the grips, one on the trigger guard). The inside of the barrel and cylinder are very nice. FYI: The .357 Magnum are the grandchildren of the famous .357 Registered Magnum and the Prewar .357 Magnum Non-Registered. The pre-27 was introduced in 1950 while the pre-28 was ...Look up a Remington serial number by using Remington Serial Number Lookup. This service uses the two-letter codes stamped on the barrel of Remington rifles and shotguns to determin...That is a very nice looking 586. I am guessing but I think you are correct on the manufacture date. I would think late 1980 or early 1981 maybe. Hopefully someone will chime in with a more precise date for you. If per chance that you would have the original box it would gave the shipping date on the end label. Congrats on a great acquisition.In today’s digital age, information is power. From online shopping to financial transactions, every interaction we have leaves a digital trail. This holds true even for something a...LSB#: 210304CP02. Make: Smith & Wesson. Model: 28-2 'The Highway Patrolman'. Serial Number: S285903. Year of Manufacture: 1966-1967. Caliber: .357 Magnum & .38 Special. Action Type: 6-Shot, Double / Single Action, Swing-Out Fluted Cylinder Hand Ejector Revolver. Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked "SMITH & WESSON", the right ...Hello, I have a Model 19-5 and would like someone to look up the serial number on it. It's ACR5894. Thanks. Welcome to the forum. My older SWSC doesn't list alpha prefix ACR but shows ABL & ADE are both 1983, so my guess is you're in that ball park.6 posts · Joined 2024. #1 · Apr 15, 2024. I was given my father in-laws S&W 38 CTG when he passed I am tring to figure out what model it is and when it was made. serial number on the butt is 78698D the number inside the cylinder is 22837 the number on the cylinder is 786980. 5. P. Chooter, Blackcloud2, Birdhunter6 and 3 others. Save Share. Like.The Insider Trading Activity of Smith Dwight D. on Markets Insider. Indices Commodities Currencies StocksFrame: top-break. Barrel length: 164mm or 6'5". Caliber: 38. Serial number: 2644. Markings on barrel: SMITH & WESSON Springfield MASS U.S.A. Trade-Mark stamp on frame. Revolver is in very bad shape and parts are missing.Apr 20, 2024 · 25620 posts · Joined 2012. #4 · Apr 20, 2024. Welcome to the forums from the Wiregrass! The Model 19 was first introduced in 1955 as the .357 Combat Magnum. In 1957 when S&W went to model numbers, it became the Model 19. It was a popular LEO gun until semi-autos supplanted the revolvers as the duty sidearm.Serial number lookup - 25-2, 14-4, 14-6 and 629. Jump to Latest Follow ... A forum community dedicated to Smith & Wesson firearm owners and enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about performance, gunsmithing, troubleshooting, reviews, accessories, classifieds, and more!497 posts · Joined 1969. #5 · Oct 6, 2008. My Smith & Wesson Model 10-6 with a 4" heavy duty barrel, purchased new in 1973, has a serial number in the 758XXX range. I'm having difficulty understanding how your Model 10-5 with an earlier serial number could have been manufactured up to two years after mine was.Greetings all, I have been trying to research the age of a Model 28, and was wondering if anyone could help me out here. This gun seems to have quite a few numbers on it, and frankly it has me a little bit puzzled. Where the model number is on MOST Smith & Wesson revolvers, this gun has the number 39246 on it.Smith and Wesson Model 19-5 Revolver. Click to open image viewer. ... Id Number: 1991.0854.066 Catalog Number: 1991.0854.066 Accession Number: 1991.0854 Serial Number: 165K565. Object Name: Revolver revolver, centerfire Other Terms: Revolver; Firearms; Center Fire; .357 Magnum. Physical Description: metal (overall material) wood ...Welcome to the forums from the Wiregrass! Your 629-3 was made in 1992. You need to find a ruler or tape measure or a smartphone app and measure that barrel. A 5" barrel has a 50% premium over other lengths. From what I can see, it appears to be a 6" barrel.You can always call S&W Customer Service and ask. S&WCA LM#2629 | Ex-Navy Vietnam Vet. / Submariner | NRA Member | S&W Historical Foundation. Thanks Wiregrassguy! Just got off the phone and found out it was made in Aug of 2011. For some reason, I didn't think customer service would do the lookup.In the world of data analysis, having the ability to access and interpret information quickly and accurately is crucial. One powerful tool that can aid in this process is the “look...The serial number and the model number are different. The serial number is unique to each individual revolver and does not directly reveal the model. 6. Where else should I look for the model number if I can't find it? If you can't locate the model number on the expected areas, you may need to disassemble the revolver to reveal hidden ...Feed system. 5-round cylinder. Sights. Fixed (1.875in or 2.125in barrel), Adjustable (1.875in (60-1), 3in & 5in bbl) The Smith & Wesson Model 60 revolver is a 5-shot revolver that is chambered in either .38 Special or .357 Magnum calibers. It was the first revolver produced from stainless steel .Search Results for 'serial number lookup' ... .32.32 caliber.357.38.38 ctg.38 s&w.38 special.44 magnum.44 russian.44 special 1911 357 357 magnum 38 special 38 special ctg 38 victory model 44 special 4506 5906 625 629 642 686 686+ 9mm ... I bought a smith and Wesson .38 special revolver some years back and I have been trying to find some ...Oct 6, 2019 · Your 586 was made around 1982. As far as barrels go, eBay or gunbroker.com will usually turn one up. 6" barrels should be relatively easy to find since many folks want the 4" instead. The model 27 barrels will work as well but have a bright finish and serrated top rib. You may also find one at gunpartscorp.com but expect to pay a bit more.The Model 64 is built on the stainless steel K service frame. It is a stainless steel version of the Model 10. Model 64's were first introduced in 1970. It should have a "K" somewhere in the serial number or the serial number will begin with a three letter alpha character. I don't own a Model 64 so I can't show you a photo of one that includes ...width 1.55 in. length 11.25 in. height 6 in. weight 47 oz. CALIBER 357 MAGNUM. SIZE MEDIUM. CAPACITY 6. ACTION SINGLE/DOUBLE ACTION. BARREL LENGTH 6.Can someone help me identify this old 22 LR revolver. lmhouseman. Apr 11, 2024. 3. 361. Apr 11, 2024. by Oldgungeezer. 1 1 of 103 103. For discussions regarding firearms made from the beginning of Smith & Wesson until the end of WWII.55512 posts · Joined 2016. #8 · Jun 18, 2022. Congrats on obtaining a great revolver. Love the looks of the 19's and their cousin, the SS model 66. My model 19-4. "I keep a gun because I'm too young to die and too old to take an ass whoopin!" "Firearms stand next in importance to the Constitution itself." George Washington.Get the latest news and updates on products, news, and events. Since 1852 we’ve been an industry leading manufacturer of pistols, revolvers, rifles, and shooting accessories. We continue to bring innovative firearms to market that meet the needs of every shooter and deliver on exceptional quality with a brand you’ve learned to trust.The five-shot revolver features a short 1.875-inch barrel, which contributes to a compact overall length of 6.6 inches and an empty weight of 14.2 ounces. Lightweight and simple to use - nothing protects like a BODYGUARD. Crimson Trace® Integrated Red Laser. MA Compliant, 10 lb. Trigger Pull. Pinned Front Sight.5. Is there an online database to look up Smith & Wesson serial numbers? Yes, Smith & Wesson provides an online database on their official website that can help you determine the manufacturing year using the serial number. 6. Can a Smith & Wesson revolver have its serial number removed or altered? Tampering with the serial …The reason that they have no record of serial numbers older that 1997 is because each time the company changed hands, the BATF took all the records. An approximate date can be obtained as follows by PLACE of manufacture. 1971 - 1992 Monson, MA. 1992 - 1995 Palmer, MA.on a S&W revolver, the true serial number, stamped on older or engraved on newer, is located on the butt of the revolver, the model number and may include a "dash" followed …Airweight model 12-1 serial # lookup I have a Model 12-1 Airweight with a 2" barrel .38 cal, thumb hammer, blued or anodized frame, Serial # C582467. What year was it manufactured?If you lose your savings bonds, or if you receive them as an inheritance and you're not sure if they've been redeemed, the U.S. Treasury offers different options for you to track t...Jan 13, 2018 · 2164 posts · Joined 2009. #2 · Jan 14, 2018. Hi Guy. Welcome to the forum! Those three letter, 4 digit serial numbers are hard to pin down but the "BFD-1xxx" appears to fall somewhere in the 1990-1991 range. Only a factory letter will tell you the exact date the gun left the factory and to whom it was shipped, but for the price of a letter ...Junior Member. Join Date: January 25, 2018. Posts: 1. Smith Wesson 422 serial number question. Can someone help me check the production date of these two serials number. for Smith Wesson 422? TBJ3xxx TBD6xxx. I need one that is manufactured before Sep 1994. Thanks a lot in advance!25K views 10 replies 7 participants last post by gtronin Apr 12, 2015. C. curtis41 Discussion starter. 1 post · Joined 2012. #1 · Aug 19, 2012. Smith and Wesson 686. Serial Number is AJM4xxx. Price on the original box is $245.The site I used was apparently for "repaired" firearms. I will contact Smith and Wesson. I just acquired a 19-4, my understanding is they were made mid 70s - early 80s. Thank you for the direction. The Model 19-4 began in 1977. The range of 19-4's I have cataloged (their s/n's) is 20K24xx - May 78 to 123K0xx - Dec 85.PERFORMANCE. Smith & Wesson L-Frame revolvers are built to suit the demands of the most serious firearms enthusiast. Available in six and seven shot cylinders, the L-Frame has a strong, durable frame and barrel built for continuous Magnum® usage. As police officers and hunters will attest, this firearm is made to withstand heavy use. Price. SKU.All Smith and Wesson revolvers (well, at least the hand ejectors) have a serial number on the butt. Newer S&Ws also have the SN inside the crane. It is possible the Highway Patrolman is pre model 28. If the gun is an N-frame and has a checkered topstrap, then its a Model 27.1-800-331-0852 (USA) Mon-Fri 8:00AM-8:00PM Eastern Time. Follow the voice prompts, and it'll get you there quickly. Teach them the truth, and let them sort thru the cobwebs of liberalism that have infested their minds. When the time comes that I don't want a new gun, call the undertaker!5237 posts · Joined 2009. #2 ·Oct 11, 2011. I think that it would be 1880-1884 probably close to the middle of that range. Your gun is a 38 Double action second model. To be sure of the number look at the back end of the cylinder. The serial number should be the same and the top is the outer edge of the cylinder.Introduced in 1972, the Model 66 is a K-framed six shot .357 Magnum revolver. It is a stainless steel version of the Model 19 and was initially available with a 4" and 6" barrel. In 1974 a version with a 2 1/2" barrel and round grips was offered. It comes with a red/orange insert front sight and a white outline rear adjustable sight. The double action trigger on this revolver is extremely ...It is missing a 'knob' at the end of the ejector knob. The 2nd model has a locking catch added to the bottom of the barrel for the ejector to 'lock' on to and a 5th screw was added in the 1905 model. Serials for this model started at #1 in 1899 and ended at 20975 in 1902. Your grandfather's revolver was made during the time black powder was ...Well for starters, on the right side of the revolver check the number of screws, one at the top by the hammer, another above the grip. two more around the trigger guard and the last one just above the front of the trigger guard, for a total of 5-screws. This will identify the revolver as a 357 Magnum pre-model gun, prior to 1957. . .K22. 14334 posts · Joined 2012. #3 · Feb 19, 2018. According to the summer 2017 SWCA Journal no OSS or Justice Department Victory guns with 2" barrels have been found or lettered. Sources describe an OSS shipment of 500 units (4" barrels) on August 22, 1944. Duty then is the sublimest word in the English language.During the 1980s, Smith & Wesson developed its L-frame line of.357 Magnums: the Model 581, Model 586, Model 681, and Model 686. ... Smith and Wesson serial number search — The Firing Line Forums.You can always call S&W Customer Service and ask. S&WCA LM#2629 | Ex-Navy Vietnam Vet. / Submariner | NRA Member | S&W Historical Foundation. Thanks Wiregrassguy! Just got off the phone and found out it was made in Aug of 2011. For some reason, I didn't think customer service would do the lookup.1-800-331-0852 (USA) Mon-Fri 8:00AM-8:00PM Eastern Time. Follow the voice prompts, and it'll get you there quickly. Teach them the truth, and let them sort thru the cobwebs of liberalism that have infested their minds. When the time comes that I don't want a new gun, call the undertaker!Smiths News: This is the News-site for the company Smiths on Markets Insider Indices Commodities Currencies StocksSmith And Wesson Forums. 1.3Mposts. 47.4Kmembers. Since 2009. A forum community dedicated to Smith & Wesson firearm owners and enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about performance, gunsmithing, troubleshooting, reviews, accessories, classifieds, and more! Show Less. Full Forum Listing.The serial number is found on the butt of the grip frame and will start with 3 letters. If it is a 1982, the first 2 letters will be AA or AB. 1983 would start with ABL to ADT. Psalms 144:1 Blessed be the LORD, my rock, who trains my hands for war, my fingers for battle. Sworn Member of The Ballistic Order of St John Moses Browning.Page 328- Smith and Wesson serial number search Handguns: The Revolver Forum : The Firing Line Forums > Hogan's Alley > Handguns: The Revolver Forum: Smith and Wesson serial number search ... Recently inherited my grandfather's S&W 357 (N955220) and was hoping to get a production year on it. I did see in a previous post that N9xxxxx ran from ...As of 2014, a Smith & Wesson .357 Magnum ranges in price from $1,079 to $1,559, depending on the model of the revolver. The most expensive magnum is the Model 627 V-Comp, and the c...Serial Number - Give us the serial number. You can X out the last digit or two but this is critical in dating the gun. 3. Model Number - On revolvers made post 1957, the model number is located on the inner frame, under the forcing cone of the barrel when the cylinder is open. This also helps with ID and dating.The .357 Magnum: 20th Century Handgun and Cartridge. Self-Defense: .357 SIG And .357 Magnum Ammo Considerations. The cartridge and the Smith & Wesson revolver were both introduced in 1935, with the handgun given the same name as the cartridge. Essentially a custom-made, hand-fitted gun, it could be ordered with virtually any barrel length from ...Page 328- Smith and Wesson serial number search Handguns: ... Recently inherited my grandfather's S&W 357 (N955220) and was hoping to get a production year on it. I ...smith & wesson: my smith & wesson 2 inch barrel nickle plated 357 magnum has a serial number bde6589 which i have been unable to match; up can you identify i do not believe it is a i 60 as my understanding is the grip extends to the trigger guard mine about a inch and a half back thank you and have a great day harold vincent <email>The beginning of the 20th century saw the need for a revolver for police and personal protection. The .38 Special cartridge was popular, but by 1935 S&W introduced the .357 Magnum cartridge, a ...Serial Numbers were recorded at the time the order was sent out. We know that some guns sat in the safe for a considerable period of time before being shipped to a customer. The estimates found in the Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson are as close as possible with the information that we have. The Standard Catalog of S&W 4th edition is …Apr 12, 2017 · Locate the serial number on the left side of the pistol's frame. The standard location for the serial number is above the trigger guard. Some serial numbers are located underneath the frame in front of the trigger guard. Others are on the rear of the frame, above the gun's grip.From 1905 to 1955 most Smith & Wesson revolvers had five screws, four held on the side plate and one in front of the trigger guard. After 1955 the top side plate screw was eliminated, and from .... Oct 13, 2022 · During the 1980s, Smith & Wesson developed itI emailed Dan Wesson Arms only last week to find a date of ma S&W Model 19, .357 serial number question. I have a Model 19 in .357. I am trying to find a year and month of manufacture. It has the diamond grips. Under the … This forum is for discussing issues on any subject of competit Or on the metal of the butt. Since you asked about the model number and not the serial number, it will not be on the bottom of the grip frame, nor will it be under the stocks. If it has a model number at all, it will be in the yoke cutout. If it was made before 1957, it won't have a model number at all. You should post the serial number.My 1953-produced .357 Magnum, has the serial number in the ejector rod housing on the barrel, and the butt. The stocks are diamond-centered Magnas. I just wonder if it has anything to do with keeping a barrel and frame together during production. In those days, the barrel had to be pinned, since they hadn't adopted the so-called "crush fit". To determine the age of your Smith & Wesson ...
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