When it comes to buying or selling heavy equipment, having accurate information about a machine’s history is crucial. One of the most important pieces of information is the serial ...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:Description: SOLD: Good condition Smith and Wesson Highway Patrolman .357 Mag Revolver. 6" bbl. N frame, 6 shot double action, blued black with Hogue Monogrip grips. Front sight has added red paint on top 1/3 of grooved ramp. SOLD. Handgun Caliber: .357 Magnum. Manufacturer: Smith and Wesson. Model: 28-2 Highway Patrolman. Serial Number: S30xxx5.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.To determine the age of your Smith & Wesson revolver, locate the serial number on the firearm's frame, grip, or bottom of the handle, and then reference it to an online database or S&W's customer support for manufacturing date verification. Contents [ show] 1.Model 37: The .38 Chiefs Special Airweight. Caliber: .38 S& W Special. Double-action revolver built on the J alloy frame with five screws, 5-shot fluted alloy cylinder with a nominal length of 1.53", originally built with an alloy frame and an alloy cylinder weighing 10-3/ 4 oz., later built with steel cylinder.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.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 …Serial number lookup on a 29-2 please. ... 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. Explore Our Forums. S&W Revolvers 1945 to Present …Serial Number Lookup. I apologize if this info is on the forum. I did look there and the internet and can't find anything. I believe this is a Model 14 pinned 6" barrel and non recessed cylinders. The serial number appears to be: 6K91971. Help with some info would be appreciated before I buy this gun. Thanks.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, …It became the Model 28 in 1957. There are model number marked and non model number marked 4 screw HPs. The 28-2 HP came about in 1961 with the elimination of the trigger guard screw. Around 1982, the pinned barrel and recessed cylinder were discontinued and it became the 28-3. It was dropped from the catalog in 1986.Ammo Capacity: All J-frame .38 Special and .357 magnum revolvers have a five-round capacity. K-frames all have six. L-frames can hold six or seven shots depending on the model. Older N-frame designs have a six-round capacity but the newer ones hold eight.6K views 12 replies 9 participants last post by WendyZXZ Jan 7, 2021. P. PopeyeSix Discussion starter. 1 post · Joined 2015. #1 · Dec 12, 2015. I just picked up a Model 60 (no dash number) with the serial number AWC7892. Can anyone tell me the date of manufacture?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.The yoke is stamped MOD. 18-3. The serial number above it matches the serial number on the butt frame. 9K91539. Blued with 4"barrel, adjustable sights, square butt. My understanding is there weren't any 18-3 357 magnums produced that 18-3 models were all 22 calibers. I know this one was produced in 1976.81 posts · Joined 2019. #1 · Jan 21, 2019. I have an S&W 686-3 purchased in January 1993, serial number BJC7XXX. Can someone tell me it's manufacture date? I believe it was made right before the 686-4 was introduced since mine came with a Hogue rubber grip and my information indicates the Hogues were first supplied on the -4 guns.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 …J. JackHurst Discussion starter. 1 post · Joined 2018. #1 · Jul 24, 2018. I was wondering if anyone would have any information on the date for a S&W Model 36 with a 3" barrel with SN: J872175 The most I could find was that Smith began using the J prefix in the serial number in 1969. 1.Ammo Capacity: All J-frame .38 Special and .357 magnum revolvers have a five-round capacity. K-frames all have six. L-frames can hold six or seven shots depending on the model. Older N-frame designs have a six-round capacity but the newer ones hold eight.Embarking on a Smith and Wesson 357 serial number lookup involves utilizing online tools and databases tailored for these firearms. The process is not only intriguing for enthusiasts but also practical for individuals seeking information about the history and authenticity of a Smith and Wesson firearm. The article guides readers through the ...First off welcome to the forum. You've got a great pistol there. I have one and it's easily on my favorites list! You'll need to call the S&W service center and ask them. The catalog doen't list the MJP prefix at all. It's impossible to guess with any accuracy. You can find their info in a sticky at the top of the gunsmithing section on the forum.Your mention about "little recoil" in the heavy model-27 was of particular help in my rapid double-action shooting with magnums. My favorite 27-2, a five inch with a new factory nickel finish after retiring it for stainless steel. A "S" serial number with a 6 and one half inch barrel with a somewhat scarce red ramp front sight on a 6 &1/2 incher.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.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. 1950 = start at 1. 1952 = 7369 - 21342. 1953 = 28916. 1955 = 55050 - 75000. 1957 = 117770 - 125000. 1962 = starts at 295000. 1969 = ends at 786544. J serial Prefix Serial Numbers.Look down at the bottom and you will see Product with a number under it. Next is Serial# (with a number under it too) and just to the right of the serial# (in smaller numbers) are four (maybe 5) numbers. That is your M&P's Birthday. Example: One of mine is 8240. The first number is the year "8" = 2008.6 posts · Joined 2018. #1 · Apr 5, 2018. Hello! Good day! I came across a smith and wesson .357 magnum revolver with serial number AWZ8XXX. I am curious about the history and model of this gun. I am fairly new to guns btw. So it would be very much appreciated if you could enlighten me about this particular gun.Most likely, your serial number will have a K in it, at the fourth position (like 130Kxxx). If it is a later Model 19-5 (post 1983) it will have three letters and four numeric digits. This revolver has the 2 1/2" barrel and a round butt. They are very much in demand these days and will command a premium on the price. Regards, JP.Serial Number clarification. I have a S&W k-38 masterpiece special with serial number 8 K 36906; model14-3. The History of S&W by Roy Jinks leads to to believe that my K38 was produced in 1976. I find the serial number listings to be a bit confusing. Would anybody that has a better understanding of this listing confirm this date for me.During the 1980s, Smith & Wesson developed its L-frame line of.357 Magnums: the Model 581, Model 586, Model 681, and Model 686. The Model 581 had a fixed notch type rear sight, whereas the 586 ...Smith & Wesson's large frame revolvers are a favorite choice among handgun hunters, competitive shooters and revolver enthusiasts. These revolvers are available from production, M&P, Classics, Champion Series and Performance Center in a variety of chamberings in .357 Magnum, .44 Magnum and .45 ACP. Offered in several different …Showing stamped nomenclature on barrel unique to model 28. The Smith & Wesson (S&W) Model 28, also known as the Highway Patrolman, is an N-frame revolver chambered for the .357 Magnum cartridge, in production from 1954 to 1986. It is a high quality matte-finished bead blasted version of the S&W Model 27 .A photo would help but someone will be along that knows the date based on the serial number you provided. Does it have a lock on the outside? What caliber is it? There is a thread in this same forum that talks a little about the Model 60 and one of the posts goes through all of the technical changes or dashes the Model 60 has gone through.Nov 17, 2019 · 21090 posts · Joined 2012. #5 · Nov 17, 2019. Injunbro, I have a 686-6 with fired cartridge envelope date in 2009, and another dash 6 with the 2015 date I posted above, and dash 6 is the current revision of the 686. Psalms 144:1 Blessed be the LORD, my rock, who trains my hands for war, my fingers for battle. Sworn Member of The Ballistic ...The action is smooth and precise in double or single action modes of operation. This Model 28-2 would be a great addition to any Smith and Wesson collection and has some added appeal as a former NY State Police pistol. SOLD Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson Model: 28-2 Highway Patrolman Serial Number: N562533 Caliber Info:.357 Magnum Bore: …The Smith & Wesson Model 19 is a revolver produced by Smith & Wesson that was introduced in 1957 on its K-frame. The Model 19 is chambered for .357 Magnum.The K-frame is somewhat smaller and lighter than the original N-frame .357, usually known as the Smith & Wesson Model 27.A stainless steel variant of the Model 19, the Smith & …Browse Search Ask. S&W .357 Highway Patrolman. By Massgunner, 8 years ago on Smith & Wesson. S&W .357 Highway Patrolman. 2,102 2.1K. ... Smith & Wesson 357 model 28 - 2 California highway patrolman. Smith & Wesson serial number prefixes. Is the Highway Patrolman Smith & Wesson Revolver - Model 28 a stolen gun?4K views 16 replies 12 participants last post by Covey87 Sep 19, 2014. 3. 32boom Discussion starter. 2 posts · Joined 2014. #1 · Mar 27, 2014. Greetings to all. I have a 5906, serial # TDF XXXX and was hoping to find out the year manufactured. Have not shot it yet, just picked it up tonight . . . Like.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 ...Looks like a S&W .44 Hand Ejector, 2nd. Model. Serial number range begins around 15376 up to approx. 59XXX range. with 17,510 manufactured c. 1915 to 1940. (Factory nickel finish worth premium). Barrel lengths 4" (rare), 6 1/2" (standard), and 5" (scarce). The gun came with checkered walnut grips and the pearl grips were after-market, but still ...Aug 2, 2012 · 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 grips, on the frame, there is a stamped 3 902xx. On the “swing arm” for the cylinder there are two sets of numbers. One is: 902xx D5 The second one is K 3439xx.Begin Serial Number End Serial Number; 1970: 1K1: 1K39500: 1970: 2K1: 2K22037: 1971: 1K39501: 1K99999: 1971: 2K22038: 2K55996: 1971: 3K1: 3K73962: 1972: 2K55997: 2K99999: 1972: 3K31280: 3K99999: 1972: …Looks like a S&W .44 Hand Ejector, 2nd. Model. Serial number range begins around 15376 up to approx. 59XXX range. with 17,510 manufactured c. 1915 to 1940. (Factory nickel finish worth premium). Barrel lengths 4" (rare), 6 1/2" (standard), and 5" (scarce). The gun came with checkered walnut grips and the pearl grips were after-market, but still ...6 posts · Joined 2018. #1 · Apr 5, 2018. Hello! Good day! I came across a smith and wesson .357 magnum revolver with serial number AWZ8XXX. I am curious about the history and model of this gun. I am fairly new to guns btw. So it would be very much appreciated if you could enlighten me about this particular gun.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!Mar 20, 2022 · 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".463 posts · Joined 2009. #2 · Jun 21, 2011 (Edited) A.) The serial number is always on the butt of the gripframe, but it may also be on the yoke after the cylinder crane is swung open. I have a 65-4 and there is no serial number there, only on the butt. B.) Small numbers are assembly numbers and have no meaning once they leave the factory.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).The 19-2 was made from 1961 until 1967, then they went to the 19-3. Your serial number will start with a K. 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.S. sallyto Discussion starter. 6 posts · Joined 2015. #1 · Jun 27, 2015. I have an S&W model 10 .357 K frame that I bought in 1978. After firing it for the last time in 1982, I cleaned it up and wrapped it in a towel, where it has remained until today. The serial # is 7K309XX. I was curious as to its potential value.The Model 64 is a fine, medium frame, stainless steel, fixed sight revolver. It is the same basic gun as the well-loved Model 10, except it is made of stainless steel. The Model 64-3 was introduced in 1977. The Model 64-3 in the photo above probably shipped in 1983 as the barrel pin was eliminated in 1982 and the gun in the image clearly does ...In today’s fast-paced world, it’s essential for businesses to efficiently manage their inventory and track product information. One effective way to do this is by utilizing a seria...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.When it comes to buying or selling heavy equipment, having accurate information about a machine’s history is crucial. One of the most important pieces of information is the serial ...Kenmore is a well-known brand in the world of home appliances. With a wide range of products, including refrigerators, washing machines, and dishwashers, Kenmore has established it...25638 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.Oct 13, 2022 · 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.Skip to main contentMost likely, your serial number will have a K in it, at the fourth position (like 130Kxxx). If it is a later Model 19-5 (post 1983) it will have three letters and four numeric digits. This revolver has the 2 1/2" barrel and a round butt. They are very much in demand these days and will command a premium on the price. Regards, JP.Cool technology to make finding and buying parts a breeze, including Serial Number Lookup, PartSPIN® and Smart Manuals, found on partstown.com and our industry-leading mobile app ... Mfr: Smith-Wesson; Mfr Part #: SMW-21302; PT #: Parts Town #: SMWSSMW-21302; Quantity Available: 1261; Third-Party Seller; Something went wrong. Please try again.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.Browse Search Ask. What is the value of a smith and wesson 357 magnum model 28-2. ... Let's deal with the serial number first. If you have accurately represented the number as N plus only 4 digits, your revolver probably shipped in 1970, but it could have shipped as early as late 1969. The serial numbers switched from an S to an N prefix that year.6-round (686) or 7-round (686 Plus) cylinder. The Smith & Wesson Model 686 is a six- or seven-shot double-action revolver manufactured by Smith & Wesson and chambered for the .357 Magnum cartridge; it will also chamber and fire .38 Special cartridges. Smith & Wesson introduced the Model 686 in 1981. It is the stainless steel version of the ...The Serial Number is A4441** I was wondering if anyone could help me pinpoint the date of manufacture for this particular pistol. Here is a picture: ... Smith and Wesson 39- 2 serial number A129*** ... 357 model 28-2 Serial Numbers: Old Eagle: S&W Revolvers: 1961 to 1980: 17: 06-14-2023 11:49 AM: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.Model 19 4 serial #75K1955 / model 681 serial number ABD6994. ... Nothing of any real value but then she shows the ammo. 13 boxes of pers protection .40 S&W, several boxes of .357 and .38spl and several stripper clips for AK47. Odd to have lots of ammo with no guns that use it. ... A forum community dedicated to Smith & Wesson …I emailed Dan Wesson Arms only last week to find a date of manufacture and model number for my newly acquired .357 4" Monson, MA (I believe it is a Model 15), serial # 2058xx and got a very prompt reply the next day stating they dont have any records of serial #s ...Dan Wesson 357 for sale and auction. Buy a Dan Wesson 357 online. Sell your Dan Wesson 357 for FREE today on GunsAmerica!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.Smith & Wesson model pre 27. Calibre .357 Magnum, Post War, PRE Model 27, early “S” serial number, this one is serial numbered S126043, manufactured in 1954. 8 ¾ inch barrel, “N” frame. First year it came with the diamond center S&W medallion target stocks without the extractor relief cutout (rare) barrel and frame serial numbers match ...kyndal. 1 post · Joined 2012. #10 · Jan 14, 2012. I bought a smith & wesson model 60 357 magnum serial number cezxxxx 60-14. I would like to know the year of the gun. Thank. Like. This is an older thread, you may not receive a response, and could be reviving an old thread. Please consider creating a new thread.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.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.)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 ...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.First off welcome to the forum. You've got a great pistol there. I have one and it's easily on my favorites list! You'll need to call the S&W service center and ask them. The catalog doen't list the MJP prefix at all. It's impossible to guess with any accuracy. You can find their info in a sticky at the top of the gunsmithing section on the forum.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.There have been three major series of .38 Special and .357 magnum K-frames along with a couple of unique models: Military & Police : The original K-frame. …Advanced Search ... letting people know what year their smith and Wesson revolvers were manufactured but here goes S&W model 29-2 8 3/8" serial # N336201 and a Smith and Wesson model 27-3 Washington state prison commemorative 357 magnum with a 6 inch barrel serial number AUN2262. It also says E - 17 34665 and under that says WSP - 029 ...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.E. EricAld8 Discussion starter. 1 post · Joined 2024. #1 · Apr 21, 2024. It's for a .38 with a pearl handle and 6 inch barrel. It's a 5 shot. Serial number is 414036. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Just trying to figure out when and where it was manufactured and perhaps what it might be worth.J. JackHurst Discussion starter. 1 post · Joined 2018. #1 · Jul 24, 2018. I was wondering if anyone would have any information on the date for a S&W Model 36 with a 3" barrel with SN: J872175 The most I could find was that Smith began using the J prefix in the serial number in 1969. 1.775 posts · Joined 2020. #9 · Nov 18, 2021. The L frame Distinguished Combat Magnum was the final act of Smith's domination of the law enforcement service revolver market. The 38/.357 ammo combo makes it a very versatile tool. My 686-1 has more rounds through it than any other revolver I own.I just picked up serial 906xx. Looks like sometime in the mid '60s.[/QUOTE] Serial number 90679 shipped in June 1967 but #94036 also was shipped in June 1967. This is a good illustration of Smith & Wesson not shipping in serial number order. Best estimate on your M41 is late spring to summer 1967. Only a letter will give an exact date.model 37 airweight serial number. Jump to Latest Follow. 10K views 8 replies 6 participants last post by 95Bravo Aug 9, 2022. W. wncshooting Discussion starter. 2 posts · Joined 2011. #1 · Oct 8, 2011. I just aquired a S&W model 37 airweight and I would like to find the date of manufacture. The serial number on the butt of the gun is 77J953 ...jimg11. 5235 posts · Joined 2009. #21 · Mar 10, 2012. Hi gulfcoastgorilla, 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. Hi gflester1, Your 32 WCF /32-20 Military & Police revolver is probably from the 19teens to early 1920s.Description: SOLD: Good condition Smith and Wesson Highway Patrolman .357 Mag Revolver. 6" bbl. N frame, 6 shot double action, blued black with Hogue Monogrip grips. Front sight has added red paint on top 1/3 of grooved ramp. SOLD. Handgun Caliber: .357 Magnum. Manufacturer: Smith and Wesson. Model: 28-2 Highway Patrolman. Serial Number: S30xxx5.Location: Richardson, TX. Posts: 7,523. The number you listed for the 10-5 is the assembly number, which is arbitrary and basically meaningless. The serial number of a Model 10 is found on the bottom of the grip frame. It will be a 6-digit number preceded by a "C" or a "D". The Model 19 is 1976 production.Your mention about "little recoil" in the heavy model-27 was of particular help in my rapid double-action shooting with magnums. My favorite 27-2, a five inch with a new factory nickel finish after retiring it for stainless steel. A "S" serial number with a 6 and one half inch barrel with a somewhat scarce red ramp front sight on a 6 &1/2 incher.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.Did you hear about the latest study.....5 out of 6 liberals say that Russian Roulette is safe. Ruger Super Black Hawk 44 Magnum 4 5/8" " Blue". Ruger Black Hawk 41 Magnum 4 5/8" " Blue". S&W Model 500 (2nd one) S&W Model 19-4 Blue. Smith & Wesson SD9 VE. Sig Sauer Sp 2022.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. Smith & Wesson S&W Texas Ranger Commemorative 19-5 .357 Mag 4″ Revolver C&R. SOLD FOR:
When contacting customer service, please have the owner name, address, model and serial number available. The information will help the service representative to expedite your request. GENERAL CONTACT INFORMATION. By Telephone: (USA) 1-800-331-0852 Monday-Friday 8:00AM-4:45PM EST (International) 1-413-781-8300 Monday-Friday 8:00AM-4:45PM EST ...Smith & Wesson moved to the three-letter prefix on serial numbers starting in 1980 with the (then brand new) L-frame revolvers, of which yours obviously is. The 681 is the fixed sight version of the far more popular 686, and produced in WAY less numbers.First off welcome to the forum. You've got a great pistol there. I have one and it's easily on my favorites list! You'll need to call the S&W service center and ask them. The catalog doen't list the MJP prefix at all. It's impossible to guess with any accuracy. You can find their info in a sticky at the top of the gunsmithing section on the forum.W. Whitey Discussion starter. 10 posts · Joined 2013. #1 · Mar 8, 2013. I was wondering if you guys could help me find a date of manufacturing for my .357 Highway Patrolman model 28-2. Serial number N5841X.The swing arm has number 5622x and underneath that there is F21. Any info would be helpful. I just wish it had the original grips!!The 141K562 is the serial number and it dates the gun to 1982. That was also the year that the Model 19-5 was introduced. As a dash five, it will lack the barrel pin and the counter-bored that appeared on all earlier variants of the Combat Magnum. A nickel plated Model 19-5 with 4" barrel would be a fairly popular item today.Page 247- Smith and Wesson serial number search Handguns: The Revolver Forum The Firing Line Forums > Hogan's Alley ... I'm hoping one of you can help me find the date of manufacture to my Model 66 .357. Serial number: 4K198xx ... My serial number is 8K363xx, which you also said was 1975 in your first post. ...It says Smith and Wesson us paten'd then gives a list of dates. It appears to be .38 s&w. It does have a hammer and it is d.a. Ok, that would make it a .38 Double Action 3rd Model. Serial numbers ran from 119001 in 1884 to 322700 in 1895.I use WWB 38's at the range, and for carry Speer Gold Dot 158 grain 357's. For nightstand duty, it gets Remington 125 grain 38+P. I know some fellas who run lots of hot magnum loads through their M19/66's. IMHO thats like using a surgeons scalpel to cut bologna, you can do it, but why would you? Yes I know the "It say's 357 Magnum on the barrel !"May 30, 2016 · Smith and Wesson K frame (model 10 or M&P - it isn't stamped) serial number 746xx. I'm guessing sometime in the forties. The latest patent date is Dec 29, 1914 and is decked out with mother-of-pearl grips and a light weight 6 inch bbl.Smith and Wesson K frame (model 10 or M&P - it isn't stamped) serial number 746xx. I'm guessing sometime in the forties. The latest patent date is Dec 29, 1914 and is decked out with mother-of-pearl grips and a light weight 6 inch bbl.55374 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!"Just recently purchased a used 686-6 plus 4" with a s/n of (edit CXT) CTX 2269. No original box however. Thanks to all who have posted about serial numbers relating to date of mfg. I emailed and Facebook messaged S&W and 3 different answers. Feb of 2015 (2x) and Feb 2013. So I am going with Feb 2015 I guess.Dec 16, 2020 · 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.PRODUCT AFFECTED: This notice applies ONLY to M&P® Shield™ EZ pistols (including Performance Center® models) manufactured between March 1, 2020 and October 31, 2020, and only to a small percentage of that population. It does NOT apply to all SHIELD™ pistols. To determine whether your M&P Shield EZ Pistol is affected, check the label on ...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 ...Smith & Wesson 150712 686 Plus Deluxe DA/SA .357 6" 7 Wood Stainless Revolver. $969 99.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.K22. 14344 posts · Joined 2012. #2 · May 1, 2019. The caliber .357 magnum/.38 special was introduced in April of 1954 with the "S" prefix. In 1969 the prefix was changed to "N". Originally called the Highway Patrolman it became the Model 28 in 1957, the 28-1 in 1960 and the 28-2 in 1961. The 28-3 was introduced in 1982 and in 1986 the Model ...81 posts · Joined 2019. #1 · Jan 21, 2019. I have an S&W 686-3 purchased in January 1993, serial number BJC7XXX. Can someone tell me it's manufacture date? I believe it was made right before the 686-4 was introduced since mine came with a Hogue rubber grip and my information indicates the Hogues were first supplied on the -4 guns.The 19-5 series started in 1982 and ended in 1988 with the introduction of the 19-6. A serial number of AUN3343 would indicate a 1987 (I would guess May/June) time frame. Enjoy your revolver. Your revolver will love shooting 38 specials but clean it well before using 357 Magnums (9X33MM R)Page 14- Smith and Wesson serial number search Handguns: The Revolver Forum : The Firing Line Forums > Hogan's Alley > Handguns: The Revolver Forum ... Smith 27-2 nickel 357 mag. This is a pin barrel SN 36xxx, I believe it is early 60's. Any help would be appreciated.The Smith & Wesson Model 19 is a revolver produced by Smith & Wesson that was introduced in 1957 on its K-frame. The Model 19 is chambered for .357 Magnum.The K-frame is somewhat smaller and lighter than the original N-frame .357, usually known as the Smith & Wesson Model 27.A stainless steel variant of the Model 19, the Smith & …W. Whitey Discussion starter. 10 posts · Joined 2013. #1 · Mar 8, 2013. I was wondering if you guys could help me find a date of manufacturing for my .357 Highway Patrolman model 28-2. Serial number N5841X.The swing arm has number 5622x and underneath that there is F21. Any info would be helpful. I just wish it had the original grips!!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.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.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.8753 posts · Joined 2009. #7 · Jun 16, 2019. Welcome to the forum, we do like pictures. This one is also a 19-3, in the 3K serial number range. My friends call me 'M ick'. Save the Second Amendment, take a kid shooting! WendyZXZ, scott, …The Serial Number is A4441** I was wondering if anyone could help me pinpoint the date of manufacture for this particular pistol. Here is a picture: ... Smith and Wesson 39- 2 serial number A129*** ... 357 model 28-2 Serial Numbers: Old Eagle: S&W Revolvers: 1961 to 1980: 17: 06-14-2023 11:49 AM: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 ...Smith & Wesson’s Lifetime Service Policy begins after the warranty period has expired. Smith & Wesson will repair, without charge, for the lifetime of the original owner, any Smith & Wesson handgun purchased on or after February 1, 1989, and any M&P15 series rifle, that is found to have a defect in material or workmanship.Model 29 5 date of manufacture. I can't find a list of S&W serial nos. I'm trying to date a model 29 5 .44mag. Serial no. 57xxx. Any help would be appreciated. Hello. What you've listed is an assembly number. The serial number will be on the bottom of the grip frame. Carefully remove the grips and tell us the number there.A photo would help but someone will be along that knows the date based on the serial number you provided. Does it have a lock on the outside? What caliber is it? There is a thread in this same forum that talks a little about the Model 60 and one of the posts goes through all of the technical changes or dashes the Model 60 has gone through.Yes, in most cases, the model number of an S&W revolver includes information about the caliber, such as .38 Special or .357 Magnum. 11. Are S&W model numbers unique to specific revolver models? Yes, each S&W model number corresponds to a specific revolver model with distinctive features. 12.W. Whitey Discussion starter. 10 posts · Joined 2013. #1 · Mar 8, 2013. I was wondering if you guys could help me find a date of manufacturing for my .357 Highway Patrolman model 28-2. Serial number N5841X.The swing arm has number 5622x and underneath that there is F21. Any info would be helpful. I just wish it had the original grips!!Serial Number Search Select the desired model to view registry entries. ... ken smith: Monson, MA: SuperMag: 11 (357 Mag) Service Pork Chop: n/a: 346244: n/a. November 27, 2017 at 7:16 pm: Elder51: ... Dan Wesson Mod. 12 / Kaliber .357 Mag. SerialNo = 1549 only 6" barrel. December 7, 2014 at 3:05 pm: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.The 141K562 is the serial number and it dates the gun to 1982. That was also the year that the Model 19-5 was introduced. As a dash five, it will lack the barrel pin and the counter-bored that appeared on all earlier variants of the Combat Magnum. A nickel plated Model 19-5 with 4" barrel would be a fairly popular item today.Browse Search Ask. S&W .357 Highway Patrolman. By Massgunner, 8 years ago on Smith & Wesson. S&W .357 Highway Patrolman. 2,102 2.1K. ... Smith & Wesson 357 model 28 - 2 California highway patrolman. Smith & Wesson serial number prefixes. Is the Highway Patrolman Smith & Wesson Revolver - Model 28 a stolen gun?Obtained a S&W N frame Model 58, 4" blue fixed sight .41 Magnum pinned & recessed today. No box etc. and the grips are the larger target type N frame Smith grips. Other than that, the gun appears un-fired and in factory new condition every way as described in the book. The S&W book says serial numbers for the Model 58 range S 256500 to S 260632 ...Most likely, your serial number will have a K in it, at the fourth position (like 130Kxxx). If it is a later Model 19-5 (post 1983) it will have three letters and four numeric digits. This revolver has the 2 1/2" barrel and a round butt. They are very much in demand these days and will command a premium on the price. Regards, JP.Kenmore is a well-known brand in the world of home appliances. With a wide range of products, including refrigerators, washing machines, and dishwashers, Kenmore has established it...Morning All -. I'd appreciate any advice -. I purchased a S&W 64-3 in .357 back in the late 80's. Recently in conversations it has come up that S&W did not make a .357 in the model 64-3. So I contacted Smith directly and was told that indeed, based on the serial number I provided, I have a .38 spl - course the gun in my hands says S&W 357 ...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.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:The Smith & Wesson Model 60, the world's first stainless steel revolver, was a success since its introduction in 1965. Praised by both law enforcement and sportsmen, the Model 60 was a stainless steel version of the Chiefs Special®; and began the era of stainless steel handgun production. The Model 60 is the perfect choice for those seeking a ...W. Whitey Discussion starter. 10 posts · Joined 2013. #1 · Mar 8, 2013. I was wondering if you guys could help me find a date of manufacturing for my .357 Highway Patrolman model 28-2. Serial number N5841X.The swing arm has number 5622x and underneath that there is F21. Any info would be helpful. I just wish it had the original grips!!Help identify my S&W 357 revolver. Jump to Latest Follow. 10K views 15 replies 12 participants last post by jeepnut Jul 12, 2015. Srakow Discussion starter. 4 … 357 MAGNUM. $ 1179. View. Since 1852 we’ve been an industry leading manufacturer of pistols, revolvers, ri