Smith and wesson age by serial number.

The model 29 began using a 3 letter prefix in 1983 during production of the 29-3. It can't be a no dash model 29 and have a 3 letter prefix serial number. It also impossible to determine value without knowing the condition. A like new in box M29 no dash could be worth over $1800, while a poor condition 29-3 might only be worth $250.The serial number can tell you the range of dates that the gun was made, and the specific year. Once you’ve determined the model, go on the manufacturer’s …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...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 …

Apr 16, 2011 · 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. 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 ... 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 …

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.

The serial number can tell you the range of dates that the gun was made, and the specific year. Once you’ve determined the model, go on the manufacturer’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. Figure 3: First Model, First Issue, First Type, Serial #11 Figure 4: Detail: retainer key for revolving recoil plate MODEL NO. 1, SECOND ISSUE Manufactured: 1860-1868 Quantity: 114,689 The Model No. 1, Second Issue (Figure 5) serial numbers were a continuation of the First Model, First Issue series. Serial numbers run from 11,672 to 126,361. 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 16-03-800-95 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 …

Serial number is 48233, but below the serial number is a large sideways "S" with the number "21" stamped over it. (see photo) ... A forum community dedicated to Smith & Wesson firearm owners and enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about performance, gunsmithing, troubleshooting, reviews, accessories, classifieds, and more!

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...

Decoding your Smith Wesson pistol serial number will help you identify the date of manufacture for your weapon and how rare it is. The standard catalog and the Smith …Apr 7, 2023 · 6 posts · Joined 2022. #1 · Apr 7, 2023. Howdy, I recently was given a SW MP 15, the owner couldnt tell me anything about date of manufacture, or model. I'm mostly trying to figure out the twist rate of the barrel without having to take it apart. Let me know if I can provide any extra info, thanks for yalls time. The .38 Special was the same size as .38 LC, but longer, allowing the loading of more black powder and thus was more powerful. But, .38 Special eventually lost out to .45 ACP and the Model 1911 semi-auto. The Model 1899 was replaced in 1902 with the Model 1902 which introduced the front locking lug for the ejector rod and eliminated the first ...Per the SCSW, the first year of production for the model 60 was 1965, the R serial number series for the model 60 started in 1969, and s/n R1152xx shipped in 1974-75. Also per the SCSW, the model 60 shared an all-numeric s/n series with the Chief Special until 1969, when the R s/n's started. FWIW I recently bought two model 60's, both in …Smith & Wesson manufactured some of their .32 and .32 Safety Hammerless models with shorter than usual barrels - usually 2", but sometimes 1.5". ... This pistol is considered quite rare on today's market, as only 1,251 manufactured between 1893 and 1905. Serial number range is quite wide as it is shared with the 38 Single action 3rd model ...

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 …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.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.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.Wiregrassguy. welcome01 to the forums from the Wiregrass, David! Your gun is a .38 M&P Model of 1905 or a .38 Hand Ejector, 3rd Model depending on whether the butt is square or round. It would have been made in 1905-06. S&W made millions of these guns. In the condition you describe, it is worth between $200-300.Value varies w/ condition & location but around here a good one sells for around $400. The 10- 5 was made from 62 until it was replaced by the 10-7 in 1977. It should have a standard tapered barrel. The model 10-6 was the heavy barreled variant. As Injunbro said, the gun is from the 69-70 time period.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.

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 …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.

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.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.The serial and model would be real useful - The serial is either on the bottom of the frame on the butt, or under the yoke. After 1957 S&W started stamping the model in that spot, too. So please open the cylinder and look on the crane, there could be both the model (Mod 10-3, for instance) and a serial number.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 1982.1 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.Value varies w/ condition & location but around here a good one sells for around $400. The 10- 5 was made from 62 until it was replaced by the 10-7 in 1977. It should have a standard tapered barrel. The model 10-6 was the heavy barreled variant. As Injunbro said, the gun is from the 69-70 time period.

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.

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 …

Mar 18, 2013 · I just acquired a beautiful model 34-1 with the serial number 576X2E17 and was hoping someone here could help me identify the year it was produced. I will be posting pictures shortly as she is a real beaut! Thanks.: welcome01 to the forums from the Wiregrass! I'm presuming you have rubber grips on the frame. The grips are definitely 1920's versions and if the SN inside the right panel matches, the gun shipped between 1928 and 1930. The .38 M&P with a 4" barrel was the military revolver of WWII, AKA the Victory model. It was identical to your GF's gun except for barrel length and finish.The Combat Masterpiece was actually introduced in the 1950/51 timeframe, but it was not designated the Model 15 until 1957 when S&W introduced model numbers for its entire product line. Before that the models just had names. A Combat Masterpiece produced before the Model 15 designation was applied can be called a Pre-15.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 …Step 2. Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images News/Getty Images. Examine the surface of the S&W gun to find the serial number. Depending on what year it was made, the serial number could appear in various places, such as below the barrel on a revolver or on the bottom of the grip.Jul 19, 2012 · 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. 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. 1.25582 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.Yes you most likely can determine ship date by the serial number if you have "The Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson". S&W doesn't really keep track of production dates, just the ship date. 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 …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.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. 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.

8899 posts · Joined 2011. #2 · Feb 13, 2012. AS far as I know the only true place S&W put the serial number is on the bottom of the grip frame. On some models they would also put the serial number on the frame, cylinder, and sometimes on the grips, but varied by model. Sometimes there was really no rhyme nor reason to what S&W did/does.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. 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 16-03-800-95outofthebox 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.Instagram:https://instagram. kenco duncan scel super santa fe springs calesco prosecutor pro mix ratiorouter sax1v1s Apr 26, 2016 · Serial Numbers were recorded at the time the order was sent out. We know that some guns sat in the safe for a considerable period of time before being shipped to a customer. The estimates found in the Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson are as close as possible with the information that we have. The Standard Catalog of S&W 4th edition is at the ... 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. does dominion energy have a grace perioddr chabaud hoarders 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. belching sulphur taste 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.If after viewing the document you believe your SW1911 requires service, please call us at 1-800-331-0852 or email us at [email protected]. A special FedEx return label and shipping instructions to facilitate the return of your Model SW1911 Pistol will be mailed to you promptly. If you have any questions you may call 1-800-331-0852 for more ...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.