1 post · Joined 2022. #1 · Dec 6, 2022. Hello, I just acquired a Smith and Wesson model 13-2. If I'm looking at the correct numbers, the serial number is D1609756. Is there a way to find the date of manufacture for this beauty. It appears to have never been fired, and in almost excellent condition and I'm trying to catalog it for my collection.Model: 27-2, The .357 Magnum. Serial Number: S267361. Year of Manufacture: 1966-1967. Caliber: .357 Magnum. Action Type: Single and Double Action Revolver with Swing-Out Cylinder. Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked "SMITH & WESSON". The butt is marked with the serial number "S267361". The sideplate is marked with the S&W logo.12071 posts · Joined 2009. #27 · 3d ago. This is NOT a .357, not even an N-frame, but a K-Frame Masterpiece from 1949 with a modified Patridge front sight. I had the opportunity to buy a very close-in-serial number 'clone', which had an untouched Patridge front sight at the time of my purchase, but foolishly I didn't buy the pair.A Model 28 with a serial number in that range would have been shipped ca. 1959-1960. The 28-0 is the initial model number for the Highway Patrolman after S&W started assigning model numbers in ca. 1957. An early 1970's serial number would begin with "N", since the "S" prefix was discontinued as a result of the 1968 Gun Control Act.Learn how to identify and date your Smith and Wesson firearm by its serial number and prefix. Find out the meaning of the letter prefixes used from 1942 to 1983 and the shipment dates of different models.I just purchased a model 14-2 .38 special in excellent condition with no rust or pitting. The bluing is 99%. The serial number is K6988XX. Will someone please look this up and tell me the approximate manufacture date or tell me where on the web I can find it myself? Thank you very much.Hello I thought that someone may like this Reference of K-Frame serial number's. H.D. Post-War K-FrameSerial Numbers List. 1946- K-101--614 1947-K-615. ... Smith & Wesson Firearms > K-Frame Discussion > Post-War K-Frame Serial Number Sequence . Moderators: HotToyz44Mag, Mob Of Crows, jimg11, Top Break. Share. Share with:This is a Military & Police model revolver made during WW II. The V (for Victory) prefix was introduced April 24, 1942 when the previous serial number range reached 999999. Between April 24, 1942 and August 27, 1945 S&W made 811,119 Victory models. Yours was made fairly early in the series, most likely around mid-1942.S&W Mod 66-2 Manufacture Date. I can only guess that you guys get sick of this question but it appears that S&W serial number lookup resources are just non-existent. I can easily find the date of manufacture for my other guns but not my S&W. Oh well, I'll play the newbie card and lets see how hard I get trolled.A few examples of appraisal values for SMITH AND WESSON 357 Search our price guide for your own treasures Smith & Wesson Model 13-2 357 Magnum sn: 8D45350 3" BBL, mint condition overall, in original factory box with paperwork, possibly unfired. ... Smith & Wesson low serial number Model 19-3 revolver, .357 Magnum, commemorating the …04-29-2011 12:20 AM. Model 39-2 Serial Number. Newbie here, not familiar with forums at all, but have simple question. I have an SW model 39-2 9mm that I bought new in early 80's. The SN is A 412447. I would like to know the year it was manufactured but couldn't find out anything useful on the S&W home site.This is a Model 19-3, and the serial number is 2K23969. The serial number under the grips on the frame, and by the ejector match. Other marking are: 33911 on the side of the frame under the grips, and also by the ejector. 33 and G1 on the side of the frame under the grips, and G1 by the ejector.This is my first time on this forum, and I'm hoping to find some information on a beautiful S&W Model 39-2 that I just picked up yesterday. The first thing I was curious about was the manufacturing date. I tried doing some research online, but couldn't find any helpful information. The serial number is A303589.55512 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.Post your gun here as we have a section for S&W and Colt. Include the serial number. This going to be a thread for those who are looking for a date of manufacture for their S&W revolvers. We'd need to know : a) caliber. b) bbl length (from cylinder to muzzle) c) grips shape (round or square) d) number of shots/cylinder bores. e) type of sights.S&W 28-2 serial number. The box has serial number N954 195 written on it. Pre-War N frame. *Note that a number of N frames with serials in the S138000-S140000 range (and the range may be wider either way) are seen that were shipped much later than the serial would suggest should be the case.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 ...Jun 19, 2020 · Abby'sDad. 19-3 was made between 67 and 77. From your serial number, my reference says 1976. “Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well-preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside in a cloud of smoke, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming “Wow! What a RideIn 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:The most common method is to look for the serial number. Smith and Wesson serial numbers are typically stamped on the frame or barrel of the revolver. The serial number can be used to look up the revolver's manufacture date in the Smith and Wesson factory records. Another way to date a Smith and Wesson revolver is to look for the model number.Model 19-3 Production date. I suspect this has been answered several times and I did a search but did not find what I'm looking for - close but not quite. I have a S&W Model 19-3. The serial number is on the butt, also in the crane area - just the numbers are on the butt, the crane has the model number and serial number - Model 19-3 2K905**.I have recently acquired a model 10-7 snub nose revolver. The serial number is 3D49XXX. I have seen several posts, across different forums, that list dates for the various serial numbers. In my case, it appears that my number series is skipped. For instance, from one of those posts: The serial number range seems to jump over my series.Warranty claims should state the model and serial number of the firearm concerned and the description of the difficulty experienced. It is recommended that shipments be insured by the owner, since Smith & Wesson will accept no responsibility for loss or damage in transit. ... Smith & Wesson will repair, without charge, for the lifetime of the ...25572 posts · Joined 2012. #3 · Feb 14, 2024. Welcome to the forums from the cotton and peanut covered plains of the Wiregrass! Your .357 Combat Magnum was made in 1975. Guy.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. Psalms 144:1 Blessed be the LORD, my rock, who trains my hands for war, my fingers for battle.May 28, 2015 · 04-05-2013 03:49 PM. Model 36 I Serial Number dating. Hobbleswolf. S&W Revolvers: 1961 to 1980. 3. 10-25-2009 12:57 PM. Hello, I have a model 66 in near mint condition with original blue box, serial number on gun matches serial number on box. Looking to find when it was made and how much it maybe worth.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 ...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 ...I have a S&W model 19-2, .357 combat mag. serial number K 628*** 6" barrel, blue which looks in very good cond. have box in ok cond. and wax paper also has pamphlets in box. What is value of this revolver? The serial number would be K628xxx (six digits) and it was made in 1965. That package would be priced at about $750 except for the fact that ...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!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: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.smith & wesson .357 magnum pre model 27 w/3.5 inch barrel. serial #124xxx according to s&w customer service it is from late 1954. appears to be in almost new condition the blueing is perfect and has not been refinished. the bore is also in great shape it looks like it has never been fired.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.Mar 30, 2022 · Wiregrassguy. Post pictures here including the serial number on the butt of the gun and someone will look up the shipping date. All we really need is the triple alpha serial prefix. With good, well lighted and sharp pictures, we can give you some idea of what it might be worth. S&WCA LM#2629 | Ex-Navy Vietnam Vet.Front sight has added red paint on top 1/3 of grooved ramp. SOLDHandgun Caliber: .357 Magnum Manufacturer: Smith and Wesson Model: 28-2 Highway Patrolman Serial Number: S30xxx5 Barrel Length: 6" Condition: Good, 85% Metal Condition: 85% Wood Condition: Rubber grips Bore Condition: Excellent Action: Revolver, double Finish: Blued black Item ...By Mike McNez. Decoding the serial number on a Smith & Wesson firearm requires some research, as several codes were utilized for guns manufactured before and after World …AFAIK S&W has not made any factory SS revolvers chambered in .38S&W. Second, S&W made 3 different models of .38S&W revolvers with different serial number ranges. We need to determine the model first. The candidates are: 1) .38/32 Terrier aka Model 32: 1-7/8" barrel, round butt, I-frame or J-frame (small) w/ 1-1/4" long 5-shot cylinder.Dec 22, 2021 · 2 posts · Joined 2021. #1 · Dec 22, 2021. I'm having the hardest time sorting out what you're these guns for made. I have two 686, 6-in revolvers. The serial numbers are: AUJ33XX. BFW56XX. Any help appreciated in dating these two pistols as it appears the first year's of production or worth more money. Birdhunter6, Cliff and jonesy814.Kevin714. 206 posts · Joined 2017. #9 · Nov 4, 2019. I really hope I don't come off as being a jerk, but if you want a wealth of information on S&W's. Buy the book. I understand the people who had a S&W passed on to them from a family member, or people who just bought their first Smith. You got yourself a couple really nice squeezers.welcome01 to the forums from the Wiregrass! When your gun was shipped in 1953-54, it was known simply as The .357 Magnum. It would become the Model 27 in 1957. Collectors will call it a "Pre-Model 27." Is there a star stamped on the butt next to the serial number?First of all welcome01 to the Forum from Michigan. The serial number puts it in the 1956-1957 vintage according to the SCSW. At S/N S17200 the upper side plate screw was eliminated 1956 so yours should have the upper side plate screw (5 screw) In 1957 it was continued as the Model 27, in 1968 the diamond grips were discontinued. Hope this helps.Dec 22, 2021 · 18060 posts · Joined 2011. #2 · Dec 22, 2021. The serial number is on the heel of the grip. Model is 66-2. Other marks are probably production marks used to coordinate operations within the factory. There is considerable hand work on these revolvers. Others may have more specifics about the production coding. Cheers!S&W revolvers serial numbers. ... recessed cylinders and 357 mag.. 800/900 maybe more.. the 63 is a 700 gun, nice but the market a bit soft on these, the 67 and the 64 probably at 600/650 - these are pinned barrel guns - someone might go higher to put these in their safes ... A forum community dedicated to Smith & Wesson firearm owners and ...THIS IS A SMITH AND WESSON MODEL 66-4 IN .357 MAGNUM. RUBBER GRIPS. GUN WAS USED BUT STILL VERY NICE. PLEASE SEE MY OTHER LISTINGS TOO // ALL REASONABLE OFFERS WILL BE CONSIDERED. Price: $1,100.00. Handgun Caliber: .357 Magnum. Manufacturer: SMITH AND WESSON. Model: MODEL 66. Serial Number: BRH 6985.Model 686-5 5" (Hi-Viz 7-shot) 686-5 6- and 7-Shot Model 686-5 Plus Mountain Gun 4" (1998 Pre-Lock) 📷. Model 686-6 VR UF Model 686-7 .38 Super Performance Center. 📷. Model 686 Plus (With Lock) Model 686 Plus Pro Series Model 686 CS1 U.S. Customs Service Model 686 SSR PRO Model 696 3".Although 1989 is not out of the question for your 686 since S&W did not ship in serial number order, 1949 or 50 is absurd for a Model 60 and reflects extreme ignorance of the model's history. The Model 60 began production in 1965, just as Google said. The modern Smith & Wesson company no longer cares about its history.With a four digit serial number in the three thousands, this gun likely shipped from the factory in late 1888 or early 1889, based on my notes. The same gun with a 46xx serial number shipped in August 1889. Guns didn't always ship in order of serial number, so it's all a guess ... but it's safe to say that it was probably shipped prior to ...Letters cost $75. There is a book available from Amazon that lists approximate dates. It is called the Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson, now in its 4th Edition. It costs $40. Having said all that, if you post the model and serial number here on the GVB, I can give you an approximation, based on known information.Sep 28, 2010 · S&W model 13-1. I have acquried a S&W model 13-1 and would like to know the age and a little about it. It has two set of numbers. One with 5 digits and one with 6. Also A20 is stamped under the 5 digit set of numbers. It is a 357 magnum ,the barrel is 4" and it is blued. Welcome to the forum.The Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson, 4th Edition is the ultimate S&W gun guide! In this highly anticipated, detailed revision is a fully annotated identification and price guide to the world of Smith & Wesson revolvers, semi-autos, shotguns, rifles, military arms and other collectibles. 144 new pages for a grand total of 528 pages of pure ...On Feb. 29, 1956, S&W presented the actor-producer-director-writer with serial number S130714 (Webb's Dragnet character, Sgt. Joe Friday, carried badge number 714 on the popular detective show).S&W Model 28-2 Serial number N194450. That would be a 1973 gun. Th Model 28-2 Highway Patrolman was made only in .357 S&W Magnum. If the barrel was rebored to 44 caliber, any collector value has been lost. Selling it might take a while, you will need to find someone that wants a HP in 44 Special rather than a properly marked Model 24.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. …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.Hello I thought that someone may like this Reference of K-Frame serial number's. H.D. Post-War K-FrameSerial Numbers List. 1946- K-101--614 1947-K-615. ... Smith & Wesson Firearms > K-Frame Discussion > Post-War K-Frame Serial Number Sequence . Moderators: HotToyz44Mag, Mob Of Crows, jimg11, Top Break. Share. …The Smith & Wesson Model 19 is a revolver produced by Smith & Wesson that was introduced in 1957 on ... (later designated Model 19), with the first serial-number gun (K260,000) presented to Jordan on November 15, 1955. The .357 Magnum, four-inch barreled model was standard issue to uniformed officers of the former U.S. Immigration and ...smith & wesson .357 magnum pre model 27 w/3.5 inch barrel. serial #124xxx according to s&w customer service it is from late 1954. appears to be in almost new condition the blueing is perfect and has not been refinished. the bore is also in great shape it looks like it has never been fired.. The serial number is found on the butt of the grip frame and wiTo determine the age of your Smith & Wesson revolver, l Either way, it looks as if you model 19 was produced between 1970-72. The model 19 is a blued or nickled 6 shot K frame chambered in .357 Magnum. The most common configurations for 38special or 357 magnums are the 5 shot J frame, 6 shot K frame, 6 or 7 shot L frame and the 6 or 8 shot N frame. Your model 19-3 is a K frame … The Smith & Wesson Model 586, is a six- or seven-shot d Help with identifying .44 Mag. I was recently given this revolver that I remember shooting as a young teenager. It is a .44 magnum, blue, 4" barrel with Smith & Wesson stamped on the left side of the barrel and .44 Magnum stamped on the right side. The serial number from under the barrel in the ejector rod shroud (verified as the same on the ...May 9, 2012 · First of all welcome01 to the Forum from Michigan. The serial number puts it in the 1956-1957 vintage according to the SCSW. At S/N S17200 the upper side plate screw was eliminated 1956 so yours should have the upper side plate screw (5 screw) In 1957 it was continued as the Model 27, in 1968 the diamond grips were discontinued. Hope this helps. konertjm. 10-19-2012 08:54 AM. 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