Smith and wesson age by serial number.

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.Finding your Smith and Wesson serial number depends on the type of firearm you have. Most modern Smith and Wesson revolvers have the serial number stamped on the butt of the gun’s ...The following numbers and letters would be. Mod. 686: AHY4642 (above is an oval stamp with the letters JME in it, below is an oval stamp with FS in it) Then below that follows MOD. 686. Furthermore, there is A18, below it a horizontal S and 73473. Mod. 60: 13478, below it A20.The "dash" number, 10- (dash) 7, indicates an engineering change, in this case the gas ring on the standard barrel model 10 was moved from the yoke to the cylinder. The 10-7 series started in 1977. The same change in the heavy barreld model 10 became the 10-8 series, same year. Recheck your serial number. It should be three letters and …

6 posts · Joined 2013. #1 · Aug 3, 2015. I have a Model 640 .38 S&W Spl that is part of an estate. It is a stainless pistol and has a 2" barrel. I need to determine the age so I can value it for the estate. The serial number is BFU3036.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 …K3343xx, a Model 18, shipped 11/1958. K3497xx, a Model 18, shipped 3/1959. Picking up a Model 17 for $100 is a pretty good deal. Duty then is the sublimest word in the English language. You should do your duty in all things. You can never do more, you should never wish to do less.

There's nothing wrong with being a serial monogamist, per se. But sometimes, hopping from relationship to relationship might be a sign of emotional difficulties or even a mental he...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.

A model 19 .357 Magnum is built on a slightly larger K frame with adjustable sights and could have a 2 1/2". 3", 4", (5" rare), or 6" barrel with shrouded ejector housing but the vast majority were 4". They were introduced in 1955 and in 1957 S&W started using the Model designation Model 19.20966 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 Birdhunter6.05-13-2015 01:46 PM. Ken KJS - the 3228 may have been shipped in 57 OR 58 - Jinks would be the best source and a letter may be in order. Things were NOT shipped OR finished Mfg. in SN order. S&W 41 31XX Oct-57. S&W 41 33XX Aug-58.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 ...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.

Serial numbers from A235001 thru A265000 were produced in that dare range. Around here, a model 59 sells for around $400-450 if it's in really nice condition. ... A forum community dedicated to Smith & Wesson firearm owners and enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about performance, gunsmithing, troubleshooting, reviews, accessories ...

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.

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. 750 600 500 350.688 posts · Joined 2012. #3 · Nov 11, 2017. The serial # range for the 41 is shared with several other models. It began in 1954 at 1001. Production of the 41 began in 1957 at # 1401. The 5 1/2" barrel wasn't introduced until 1963, so if the barrel is original to the frame, it wasn't made before then. Considering the #s were being used by ...STAY UPDATED ON NEW PARTS & SALES! Smith and Wesson Serial Number Date of Manufacture J Frame Revolver Lookup. How old is your Smith and Wesson J Frame?Aug 8, 2020 · 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. 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 ...

The M&P revolver was made in .38 S&W from 1936 until 1965. After 1957, the .38 S&W M&P was known as the Model 11. The most commonly encountered .38 S&W M&P's were made for the dimensionally-identical .380 Revolver Mk. I and Mk.IIz cartridges for use by British Commonwealth countries during WWII.20967 posts · Joined 2012. #9 · Dec 12, 2015. My M638-3 is about 3 years old I believe. The serial number on it starts with CTH, followed by 4 digits. 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. Like.Yes, the serial number is unique to each Smith and Wesson revolver. 10. Can I date a Smith and Wesson Military and Police revolver based on its features? While features can provide some clues, the most accurate way to date the revolver is by using the serial number. See 3,000+ New Gun Deals HERE.Aug 12, 2022 · The serial number can be found on the frame, under the barrel, or on the grip. Another way to tell the age of a Smith and Wesson pistol is by looking at the markings on the gun. These markings will usually include the date of manufacture, as well as other information about the gun. Finally, you can also ask an expert to take a look at your gun ... K3343xx, a Model 18, shipped 11/1958. K3497xx, a Model 18, shipped 3/1959. Picking up a Model 17 for $100 is a pretty good deal. Duty then is the sublimest word in the English language. You should do your duty in all things. You can never do more, you should never wish to do less.

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 ...

688 posts · Joined 2012. #3 · Nov 11, 2017. The serial # range for the 41 is shared with several other models. It began in 1954 at 1001. Production of the 41 began in 1957 at # 1401. The 5 1/2" barrel wasn't introduced until 1963, so if the barrel is original to the frame, it wasn't made before then. Considering the #s were being used by ...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 ...Apr 26, 2023 ... Serial number 8. You don't see many guns with serial numbers this low. It is the earliest one known. Numbers do match.In the case of Smith and Wesson firearms, a serial number can reveal details such as the year of manufacture, model type and even where it was originally …When I open the cylinder, where I'd expect to see the model and serial number (at least on a new smith) - I only see 627-pc, no serial number. The left side of the barrel says Performance Center. The right side of the barrel says .357 Mag-8 Times. The trigger and hammer are jeweled (unknown if at factory or if by a gunsmith afterwards.)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.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...

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.

The following numbers and letters would be. Mod. 686: AHY4642 (above is an oval stamp with the letters JME in it, below is an oval stamp with FS in it) Then below that follows MOD. 686. Furthermore, there is A18, below it a horizontal S and 73473. Mod. 60: 13478, below it A20.

For long guns manufactured in the early 1980's, please contact the following dealers for parts and service. Smith & Wesson discontinued these models and no longer has a …FIREARM HISTORY REQUEST. Smith & Wesson is excited to announce a new partnership with the Smith & Wesson Historical Foundation (S&WHF). The S&WHF will now be providing the Smith & Wesson letter of authenticity. A letter of authenticity can help bring new insight about the age, make and model of your firearm. To order a letter, please click the ...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.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!"Aug 8, 2022 ... The serial number should be located on the butt of the grip frame, and it should start with the letter "V". If it was brought back to the USA ...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...The serial number is on the heel of the grip frame. It's a pinned and recessed K-38 (pre model 10) probably made in the 1940's. Someone with the Standard Catalog of Smith and Wesson can verify closer dates. It could use some light maintenance, including oiling and removing the rust that is forming. Use well oiled 0000 fine steel or … The seller also stated, "the serial number dates it to 1957, but S&W started stamping the model 17 number on these in 1957, and there is no model 17 stamp on this one." 4-Screw vs 5-Screw This 1957 gun is a 4-screw gun, as in 1955 Smith & Wesson dropped the 5th screw that would have been on the upper rear frame, kind of between the sight screw ...

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 …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.An order is created: size/caliber/finish. The order is for a .44 Special, nickeled. A frame assembly is pulled off the shelf as barrel and cylinder are machined. The revolver is serialized within it's model, finished then shipped. Given the range of shipping dates it took a while to exhaust these S2 marked frames.The serial number on this S&W 38 is 6k53048. Could someone tell me when it was made? I found a site that had some numbers starting with 6k but they did not include this number. ... A forum community dedicated to Smith & Wesson firearm owners and enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about performance, gunsmithing, troubleshooting, …Instagram:https://instagram. cosmoprof st cloud mncolquitt funeral home obituariessorority superlative awardsfulton tag office hours Second, what you have is a Model 629-1 .44 Magnum revolver in Stainless Steel. The only sure way to find the serial number is to remove the grips and you will find it stamped on the bottom of the grip frame. The 629-1 44 magnum Classic Hunter was manufactured in the mid 80's. The B-Square Rail was added, it originally came with a …The serial number on this S&W 38 is 6k53048. Could someone tell me when it was made? I found a site that had some numbers starting with 6k but they did not include this number. ... A forum community dedicated to Smith & Wesson firearm owners and enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about performance, gunsmithing, troubleshooting, … florida real estate mogul keith duicricket transfer esim 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.05-13-2015 01:46 PM. Ken KJS - the 3228 may have been shipped in 57 OR 58 - Jinks would be the best source and a letter may be in order. Things were NOT shipped OR finished Mfg. in SN order. S&W 41 31XX Oct-57. S&W 41 33XX Aug-58. good deez nuts jokes 6 posts · Joined 2013. #1 · Aug 3, 2015. I have a Model 640 .38 S&W Spl that is part of an estate. It is a stainless pistol and has a 2" barrel. I need to determine the age so I can value it for the estate. The serial number is BFU3036.Please, I need help dating my S & W model 59. Any help with a manufacture date for my S & W model 59 - serial number A451xxx would be greatly appreciated. Just out of curiosity, do all model 59s say “pat’s pending” on the right side of the slide. I’d also like to know the meaning of “Marcas Registradas”. Sounds like …