Smith and wesson age by serial number - 2 posts · Joined 2022. #1 · Mar 20, 2022. Years ago (90's), I purchased this .357 Highway Patrolman from a friend. Great straight shooter. Love this gun. Only recently did I get curious as to the age of it. Seems wherever I go on the internet, I am told you can find the serial number and age in the "Smith & Wesson Standard Catalog".

 
Jul 25, 2022 · To find your Smith & Wesson’s serial number, first locate the gun. On the frame of the gun, there should be a small metal plate with the serial number stamped on it. This plate is usually located on the side of the gun near the trigger guard. Once you have found the serial number, write it down or take a picture of it for reference. . Postgazette.com obituaries

a new serial number system. The new system consists of four sets of digits separated by a hyphen. The first set is the manufacturers code, the second designates the type of firearm, the third set is the firearms chronological number, the fourth set shows the year of mfg. AYA 1995-2006 Year ser. # start ser. # end 199516-03-001-95 16-03-800-95Dec 16, 2020 · Very nice 357. S&W did not use model numbers until 1958. In 1958 the 357 magnum was assigned the model number 27. Many would call your revolver a pre model 27. Take care of it. Those 3.5' model 27's are worth pretty big money. Most nice onessell for over $1200, and yours is nice. 8753 posts · Joined 2009. #5 · Jun 21, 2012. Many, many times, an older S&W revolver will have a model number (in the FFL books) that is the assembly number from the crane (because that's where the model number has always been!). I have never corrected an FFL, being Arizona, being me and not really giving a rat's rectum, it has …Even better, Call S&W customer service and they'll be able to tell you. 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.Apr 30, 2010 · Also, frames shared serial number blocks among models. In other words there would have been K22's, K32's and K38's all sharing the same serial number range. It is even possible to have consecutive serial number guns that are different models as Smith didnt do things in serial number order. Quote: Originally Posted by jake1956 (Post 141342597) I was wondering if anyone could do me a favor if they have the book and look up a Smith and Wesson Model 41 serial # A643119 for date. TIA. Number A631324 shipped in February 1981. It’s likely yours was shipped a little later in 1981.W. wm.biscaynebaylodge Discussion starter. 21 posts · Joined 2010. #1 · Apr 16, 2011. :bluelogo: Can any one help me figure out he age of my Smith & Wesson Model 659 Serial Number TAN8926 104003 6199. Thanks in advance for any help that you can provide me. Sort by Oldest first.All Smith & Wesson revolvers have the serial number stamped on the bottom or the front of the grip. This is the most authoritative place to check the revolver’s serial number. Most S&W pistols have the serial number stamped on the left side of the frame.881 posts · Joined 2010. #4 · Mar 23, 2012. The serial number would put it at 1975. Nickel finish was fairly common on model 19s, but if it looked good shape when you bought and is now flaking I`d consider it suspect. But there are some kinds of cleaning solvents that are hard on nickel finish.Also, frames shared serial number blocks among models. In other words there would have been K22's, K32's and K38's all sharing the same serial number range. It is even possible to have consecutive serial number guns that are different models as Smith didnt do things in serial number order.Also, frames shared serial number blocks among models. In other words there would have been K22's, K32's and K38's all sharing the same serial number range. It is even possible to have consecutive serial number guns that are different models as Smith didnt do things in serial number order.Serial number. Welcome to the forum. You will enjoy it, but it will cost you a lot of money when you get the S&W fever. Your serial number range is 1973- 1974. The 2 inch model 10 was made in a square grip and a round grip. The round grip is best for carry, but the square grip fits my hand better for shooting.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...4 days ago ... Smith And Wesson 32 Revolver Serial Number. looking for model and age of top break. Reg 1999 (serial number), 5" barrel, zpolidhrf blued, ...Sep 5, 2011 · 1 old 0311. 4928 posts · Joined 2011. #2 · Sep 5, 2011. 1973-1974. No charge since you are the FIRST one to ask that question95876yt. When I was young my Mother told me I could be anyone I wanted to be. Turns out the police call that 'Identity Theft.'. azmick. Share. All Smith & Wesson revolvers have the serial number stamped on the bottom or the front of the grip. This is the most authoritative place to check the revolver’s serial number. Most S&W pistols have the serial number stamped on the left side of the frame.jimg11. The S&W M&P 32 WCF / 32-20 series had their own number series 1-144xxx (1899-1940) thus a 6 digit Serial number 1111xx would be late 1920s. Your 32 WCF /32-20 Military & Police revolver is probably from the 19teens to early 1920s.It comes from a lineage back to 1899, they begame the model 10 in 1957 and were made in various forms. The 10 dash 6 is known as the heavy barrel variety. Your gun is not as old as you may think, it left the factory in 1965, so it is getting some age on it though. Hope that helps.Wiregrassguy. 25586 posts · Joined 2012. #4 · Mar 20, 2021. Model 36 serial 664879 was shipped in June 1968. Model 36 serial 673307 was shipped from the factory in August 1968. Model 36 716738 was shipped in February 1969. I would say August or September 1968. Guy. S&WCA LM#2629 | Ex-Navy Vietnam Vet.9953 posts · Joined 2009. #3 · Mar 3, 2013. Good morning and welcome to the forum. You have a .38 Military & Police Model of 1905 - 4th Change. This would become the Model 10 in 1957 and continues in production to this day. Literally more than a million made. Yours is in nickel and was made between 1915 and 1942 with a serial range of 241704 ...It is chambered for the .38 S&W Round, and has a 3 3/16" barrel. The only serial number I can find is on the bottom of the grip but of the revolver. The number has only four digits, 36xx. The revolver is in very good mechanical condition with a clean up-pitted barrel. It locks up tight and appears to work well in both DA and SA modes.By JPinAK, 10 years ago. Smith & Wesson serial number prefixes. 220,694. After the Second World War, S&W began using one-letter prefixes on several models of revolvers. This practice was kick-started in April, 1942, when they ran out of numbers for the prewar .38 Military & Police revolvers and production had shifted to the wartime effort of ...Smith and Wesson Model Specific. S&W Revolvers 1857 to 1945 I have a very old .32 revolver with no model number and a serial number of 2828. ... It is a S and W .32 long ctg and has the serial number of 2828 stamped on the butt. Trying to find out mfg date, history, value of this piece. I do not know anything about guns and would …Serial Killer Sanity - Serial killer sanity is often questioned when determining the motive of the murders. Find out how serial killer sanity is diagnosed. Advertisement ­For some ...Some serial killers have murdered more than 100 people. Who are the worst serial killers, and why did they do it? Advertisement In movies such as "Watcher" and "Mindcage," and TV s...Jun 5, 2023 · S&W customer support does give out ship dates on the phone, if you don't mind waiting on hold a "few" minutes. There is also this: A 642-1 CXX84xx that I happen to know definitely shipped in 2015. So I assume a 642-2 with a DBE prefix would have shipped after that. If you are wondering about the manufacturing year of your Smith & Wesson revolver, you can determine it by checking the model number and serial number. The serial number will provide the necessary information to date your firearm accurately. 1. Where can I find the serial number on my Smith & Wesson revolver?Nov 3, 2011 · If it is an undashed 686 check under the yoke for the letter "M". The first run of 686's had a problem with the hammer nose bushing. The ones modified by Smith (upgraded) were stamped with the M. In life, strive to take the high road....It offers a better field of fire. "Robo is right" Fuzzball. No, the model number and the serial number are two different sets of identifying numbers for your Smith and Wesson M&P 9mm. Is there a way to date my Smith and Wesson M&P 9mm using the serial number? Yes, you can contact Smith and Wesson customer support to obtain information about the age of your firearm based on …most likely candidate is a 32 hand ejector from early 1900's. also a serial number should also be seen on the butt frame - most commonly on the bottom, but sometimes on the front side. Serial number should also be found on the face of the cylinder .. 'And that's the way it happened, give or take a lie or two' 😎. Curt360 and jeepnut.U.S. savings bonds are backed by the full faith and credit of the government. And you can comfortably hold them until maturity. But if you want to redeem them before their final ma...It is black and the serial number is printed on the bottom of the grip. The serial number is 222937. I have been unable to determine the date of manufacture, I tried the Smith and Wesson Standard Catalog but I didn’t see a way there to match the serial number with a date. I believe this handgun was manufactured from about 1895 until 1941.Get the latest news and updates on products, news, and events. Required to accept terms and conditions. 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 ...The 686 no dash you reference, by the advanced serial # (AJV) would indicate manufacture in '85/'86, about the time the -1's were coming out. In "very good" condition it should be about $375, depends on area of the country of course, could go much higher especially in todays "buying frenzy" market. $300 should be more than a fair deal, on the ...Oct 24, 2019 · 3 posts · Joined 2019. #1 · Oct 24, 2019 (Edited) Hi all, I have a nickel 586 no dash with a 6” barrel that I’m trying to figure out the manufacture date and age. The serial number is AEM65xx. Any help/info would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!! 54922 posts · Joined 2016. #6 · Oct 3, 2023. Nice 67-5. SS version of the model 15. The 67 is a great revolver and one of my favorites at the range. Hope you enjoy yours as much as I have had fun with mine. My 67-5. "I keep a gun because I'm too young to die and too old to take an ass whoopin!"Model 41 - serial numbers and dates. Does anyone happen to have a listing of the manufacturer serial number and dates for the 41's for 1st year of production thru …S. SW15-32021 Discussion starter. 2 posts · Joined 2021. #1 · May 21, 2021. I have recently inherited a S&W Model 15-3 due to the death of a relative. Can anyone help decode the serial number? 6K232XX. Gun is in great shape, but will need new grips.jimg11. The S&W M&P 32 WCF / 32-20 series had their own number series 1-144xxx (1899-1940) thus a 6 digit Serial number 1111xx would be late 1920s. Your 32 WCF /32-20 Military & Police revolver is probably from the 19teens to early 1920s.The serial number is 3228 which is stamped above the model number on the side of the frame. If they started the numbering at 3001 and they shared these numbers with other Smith & Wesson handguns would this be an early 1957 gun? Any rough estimate of value would be appreciated. I have the original box but no paperwork.Photos are always helpful in determining information on firearms. That said if it is infact a .32 Safety Hammerless (A.K.A. Safety, New Departure or Lemon Squeezer) And the Serial # is infact 4715 the serial number range for the .32 Safety Hammerless 1st Model is 1-91417 and they were manufactured from 1888-1902.A reasonable estimation can be made of a Model 1’s age based on the issue and the gun’s serial number, which is always located on the bottom of the grip. The following serial …1 post · Joined 2012. #1 · Jul 19, 2012. I recently inherited a S&W model 10-8; 4", nickle finish. Serial number is 9D82XXX. Can anyone help me in determining the age? If I undertstand what I read in previous posts correctly, this model was produced from late 70's to late 80's.I think you'd be pretty safe assuming a ship date of later 1965 or early 1966, but the only way you'll ever know for sure is with a factory letter. Hope this helps, teesur. My 28-2 has serial # S265XXX, and was purchased new on 9-28-65, according to the invoice. Not sure of actual ship date, but it was prior to 66-67. While using an S&W serial number lookup can be useful in determining the age and history of a Smith & Wesson firearm, it does have its limitations. Firstly, the lookup may not provide detailed information about previous owners or the specific usage of the gun. Secondly, the database may not be comprehensive, especially for older or rare models. Need help identifying old S&W revolver. On the top of it, there are dates (Oct 6 01, dec 17 01, feb 6 08, sep 14 09, dec 02 14). Above the dates it reads Smith & Wesson springfield Mass PaTd. when you open cylinder there are four numbers (3568). On the side of the barrel on one side it says smith & Wesson and the other side it says 232 Long CTG ?. Smith & Wesson introduced the .38 Hand Ejector Model in 1899, which later became the M&P or Victory Model, then the Model 10. The S&W Model 10 has been labeled the most popular handgun of the 20th Century owing to its 6 million units produced. The Model 10 is a six-shot, double-action revolver, chambered for the .38 Special. Best Answer. I can say that the Smith and Wesson model 27-2 started having a N prefix to the serial number in 1969.These model 27-2 were made until 1981,when the model 27-3 began production.If your model 27-2 has the target trigger,target hammer,partridge type front sight on a 6in barrel and Goncalo Alves grips then these …19761 posts · Joined 2009. #5 · Sep 4, 2012. The Model 36 isn't called the Chief's Special for nothing. It's one of the best .38 SPL/.357 Magnum concealable revolvers ever produced. Between it and the model 60 (Stainless version of the M-36) it's possibly the 2nd/3rd most produced handguns. The S&W model 10 is the most produced model ever.According to the standard catalog of Smith and Wesson, 4th edition, you 34 was shipped between 1969-1971. Hope this helps. Pain is guaranteed, suffering is up to you. Birdhunter6, Oldgungeezer and jonesy814. Save Share. Like. Retired bum. 372 posts · Joined 2024. #3 · Feb 28, 2024. What is the serial number format for Smith and Wesson revolvers? The serial number format for Smith and Wesson revolvers has changed over the years. The following is a list of the different serial number formats used by Smith and Wesson: 1857-1869: 3-digit serial numbers; 1870-1880: 4-digit serial numbers; 1881-1902: 5-digit serial numbers Jan 11, 2022 ... ... age of smokeless powder, most can be categorized into the small frame (I and J), medium frame (K and L), large frame (S and N), extra-large ...I have a model 63 .22, (I think), but can not find the markings "mdl 63" anywhere on the revolver. I can find the serial number 3352x on the cylinder swing out, and repeated on the side of the frame when the grip is removed, and I can find the stampings BAN3618 at the bottom of the handle frame. My other Smiths have the model number …outofthebox Discussion starter. 1 post · Joined 2019. #1 · Jun 4, 2019. Can anyone help me on a S & W top break .38 with the serial number 377,5XX What would be the year of manufacture? The range on these were 322,701-539,000, years 1895-1909. Like.The Kindle version is around $15. As Shaun says, likely 1983...or later. Around that time, S&W switched to a three alpha, up to 4 numeric numbering system like BBBxxxx Here's the lookup table. J Serial Prefix Models: 36, 37, 38, 49, 50.25582 posts · Joined 2012. #12 · Dec 30, 2021. A Model 10-7 can't have a serial number of C359288 (the B97447 is not a serial) because that C series number is from around 1956 which is before S&W model marked their guns. Check it again to make sure you have the numbers correct or that you have a model marked gun. Smith and Wesson Serial Number Date of Manufacture J Frame Revolver Lookup. For models 36, 37, 38, 49, 50 and pre model number versions. Year-wise Serial Numbers Many people look in the yoke cutout and provide the numbers found there. Except on relatively new guns, this usually is not the serial number and is unhelpful in identifying the handgun. Prior to WWII, S&W revolvers had no letter in front of the serial number. Beginning in 1942, some of them did.F'wood1976, The S&W Chief's Special, to become the model 36 in 1957, was introduced in 1950 according to my reference: Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson, 2nd edition, by Jim Supica and Richard Nahas starting at SN 1. SN range for 1955 is 55050 to 75000 so I would uess your pre 36 was made in 1956 assuming normal sequence of manufacture.Feb 17, 2024 · 1. Locate the serial number on the firearm, typically found on the bottom of the grip frame or the butt of the revolver. 2. Visit the Smith & Wesson website or contact their customer support to access their online database or request information on the manufacturing date based on the serial number provided. Trying to figure out the rough value, age and any weird quirks the model might have since they didn't tell me too much at the shop. Sorry for my phones terrible quality photos. The grip is the hogue monogrip, I believe it's a 5" barrel but embarrassingly I don't own a ruler. Serial Number: BND 8901 Model Number: 629-3Jan 11, 2022 ... ... age of smokeless powder, most can be categorized into the small frame (I and J), medium frame (K and L), large frame (S and N), extra-large ...I will leave the other thread with photos there for reference, rather than re-posting the whole thing. I think it is a .38 S&W Chiefs special model 36 with 3" barrel. I cannot find any info on the serial number to determine the age of the gun. Serial #:ATF-2600-xxx on the butt. Condition seems pretty good to me, but I know little of such things.881 posts · Joined 2010. #4 · Mar 23, 2012. The serial number would put it at 1975. Nickel finish was fairly common on model 19s, but if it looked good shape when you bought and is now flaking I`d consider it suspect. But there are some kinds of cleaning solvents that are hard on nickel finish.Wiregrassguy. 25571 posts · Joined 2012. #2 · Jan 11, 2014. welcome01 to the forums from the Wiregrass! Your 32 hand ejector was made between 1910 and 1917. That's presuming that the serial number has six digits. The revolver will shoot .32 Smith and Wesson or. 32 Smith and Wesson long. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I337 using …You have a .38 Military & Police model of 1905, 4th change, dating from the 1920s. I believe that S&W began stamping the one line "Made in USA" on the right side after 1921. The large ejector rod knob went away in the late twenties. Correct serial number is on the butt and at the rear of the cylinder.Aug 24, 2005 · Identifying features: This is where to look for the model number (not used until around 1957). Sometimes the serial number is here, especially in later models. Earlier models have them here: S&W revolver names before World War II. Name Caliber Frame. .22 Hand Ejector Ladysmith 22 Long M. .22/32 Target 22 Long Rifle I. 6 posts · Joined 2018. #1 · Jan 18, 2018 (Edited) I picked up a 15-3 in excellent condition, just a slight hint of a drag line on the cylinder, otherwise 99%. I'm trying to figure out the age of this revolver, serial number is 1K15XXX. Best I can tell from Google this is circa 1970.19761 posts · Joined 2009. #5 · Sep 4, 2012. The Model 36 isn't called the Chief's Special for nothing. It's one of the best .38 SPL/.357 Magnum concealable revolvers ever produced. Between it and the model 60 (Stainless version of the M-36) it's possibly the 2nd/3rd most produced handguns. The S&W model 10 is the most produced model ever.The 686 no dash you reference, by the advanced serial # (AJV) would indicate manufacture in '85/'86, about the time the -1's were coming out. In "very good" condition it should be about $375, depends on area of the country of course, could go much higher especially in todays "buying frenzy" market. $300 should be more than a fair deal, on the ...The .38 Masterpiece target revolver was made from the late 1940's until 1982, then reintroduced in 1991 with a full lug barrel and made to 1999. Your gun shipped in 1974. Value is determined mostly by condition. These guns often sell in the $500-600 range if the bluing is excellent.3 posts · Joined 2019. #1 · Oct 24, 2019 (Edited) Hi all, I have a nickel 586 no dash with a 6” barrel that I’m trying to figure out the manufacture date and age. The serial number is AEM65xx. Any help/info would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!!The Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson and other books use the information that they have as to when certain models were made and when certain serial numbered guns left the factory and made approximate estimates as to when a certain serial numbered gun was made.A reasonable estimation can be made of a Model 1’s age based on the issue and the gun’s serial number, which is always located on the bottom of the grip. The following serial …9953 posts · Joined 2009. #3 · Mar 3, 2013. Good morning and welcome to the forum. You have a .38 Military & Police Model of 1905 - 4th Change. This would become the Model 10 in 1957 and continues in production to this day. Literally more than a million made. Yours is in nickel and was made between 1915 and 1942 with a serial range of …The Insider Trading Activity of Smith Dwight D. on Markets Insider. Indices Commodities Currencies StocksYou can find the serial number on a Dan Wesson pistol on the frame between the take down lever and the trigger guard, on the right side of the gun with respect to the position of t...Welcome to this forum! Yes I can. From your serial #and the features on it, according to my database, it's officially named ".38 Chiefs (plural but not possessive) Special" - Model of 1953 'New' J frame, and most likely shipped in Jan -Feb of 1959. It should be stamped Model 36 on the frame, seen with the Yoke opened and cyl swung out.a new serial number system. The new system consists of four sets of digits separated by a hyphen. The first set is the manufacturers code, the second designates the type of firearm, the third set is the firearms chronological number, the fourth set shows the year of mfg. AYA 1995-2006 Year ser. # start ser. # end 199516-03-001-95 16-03-800-95Serial 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.Prior to 1982, SN's had a letter and 5 or 6 digits. The letter was specific to a frame size or model series, and started in 1947. N frame guns used an "S", K frame target guns (adjustable sight models) used a K. In 1968, the "S" changed to an "N" on N frame guns, until the three letter prefix replaced it in 1982.139. 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 by the version (and sometimes a duplicate and/or partial serial number) is located on the inside yoke of the frame, the same area where inspection and recall ...jonesy814. 21003 posts · Joined 2012. #11 · Nov 28, 2023. Welcome to the forum. There should be a number in front of the K. The model 67 was introduced in 1972 at around serial number 2K55997. The full serial number is found on the butt of the grip frame. You will have to remove the grips to see it.Open the cylinder, and look at the stampings in the frame; it should say "MOD 30-1". If there are numbers above or below this stamping, they are just factory assembly numbers. The side of the barrel should be stamped "32 S&W Long". A factory letter from Smith & Wesson can pin down the exact ship date, but yours was most probably manufactured ...While using an S&W serial number lookup can be useful in determining the age and history of a Smith & Wesson firearm, it does have its limitations. Firstly, the lookup may not provide detailed information about previous owners or the specific usage of the gun. Secondly, the database may not be comprehensive, especially for older or rare models.Quote: Originally Posted by jake1956 (Post 141342597) I was wondering if anyone could do me a favor if they have the book and look up a Smith and Wesson Model 41 serial # A643119 for date. TIA. Number A631324 shipped in February 1981. It’s likely yours was shipped a little later in 1981.outofthebox Discussion starter. 1 post · Joined 2019. #1 · Jun 4, 2019. Can anyone help me on a S & W top break .38 with the serial number 377,5XX What would be the year of manufacture? The range on these were 322,701-539,000, years 1895-1909. Like.

Sep 5, 2015 · You have a .38 Military & Police model of 1905, 4th change, dating from the 1920s. I believe that S&W began stamping the one line "Made in USA" on the right side after 1921. The large ejector rod knob went away in the late twenties. Correct serial number is on the butt and at the rear of the cylinder. . Cryo fridge ark

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All Smith & Wesson revolvers have the serial number stamped on the bottom or the front of the grip. This is the most authoritative place to check the revolver’s serial number. Most S&W pistols have the serial number stamped on the left side of the frame.20966 posts · Joined 2012. #3 · Dec 13, 2023. All other markings are likely inspection stamps and assembly numbers. 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. jjfitch and Birdhunter6.When it comes to appliances like water heaters, knowing their age is crucial for maintenance and replacement purposes. AO Smith, a renowned brand in the water heating industry, has...Oct 2, 2016 · In one known example a gun with serial S136431 was not shipped until June of 1958. It's possible that a large block of serial numbers that appear to be from 1954-55 were not actually used until 1957-58. It at least one case a gun has a 5-screw serial and was built as a 4-screw gun. N Series N Frames: Jul 8, 2012 ... have done a little research and the serial numbers began with 1401 in Sept.. '57. There were 679 units produced in '57 which brings the SN to ...Dec 28, 2011 · Without pictures, it'll be hard to positively identify your pistol; but, the serial # range indicates it is most probably a .32 Double Action 4th model, manufactured from 1883 to 1909, approximately 239,600 were made. 3" and 3-1/2" barrels were common; if it is indeed a 4th Model, it will have a pinned, round-blade front sight, and a notch cut ... Updated: Jun 2, 2023 7:32 PM EDT. Your firearm's serial number will tell you its history and when it was made. Canva. How Old Is My Gun? Learn How to Find the Year. This article …Mar 15, 2018 · Otherwise serrated front and rear grip straps, A serial prefix, last M-59 shipped July 1982, serial number A747407. Total production of the Model 59 was approximately 231,841 pistols. The last Model 59 produced was serial number A747407 shipped on July 1, 1982. Produced circa 1971-1982. ANIB Exc VG Good. 750 600 500 350. Very nice 357. S&W did not use model numbers until 1958. In 1958 the 357 magnum was assigned the model number 27. Many would call your revolver a pre model 27. Take care of it. Those 3.5' model 27's are worth pretty big money. Most nice onessell for over $1200, and yours is nice.Smith & Wesson is a well-known American firearms manufacturer, founded in 1852. Over the years, the company has produced a wide range of firearms, including revolvers, pistols, rifles, and more. Each of these firearms is marked with a unique serial number, which is used for identification and tracking purposes. The standard catalog of Smith & […]Apr 30, 2010 · Also, frames shared serial number blocks among models. In other words there would have been K22's, K32's and K38's all sharing the same serial number range. It is even possible to have consecutive serial number guns that are different models as Smith didnt do things in serial number order. Aug 24, 2005 · Identifying features: This is where to look for the model number (not used until around 1957). Sometimes the serial number is here, especially in later models. Earlier models have them here: S&W revolver names before World War II. Name Caliber Frame. .22 Hand Ejector Ladysmith 22 Long M. .22/32 Target 22 Long Rifle I. .

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