Sep 4, 2013 · 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)1907 - 1908. The serial numbers ranged from 00001 to 150000 and were a continuation of the large frame auto ejector third model. 1909-1913. The serial number range was approximately 150000 to 289000. There was an overlapping of the serial numbers on the higher range since old barrels were used with new frames.2 posts · Joined 2019. #1 · Dec 30, 2019. Hello. I just purchased a 686 with an 8” barrel. Serial number Bpy7077. Also has a 216 near ejector push rod.Just curious on manufacture date and overall build quality of the gun. Attached are some pictures. Thanks!In today’s digital age, information is power. From online shopping to financial transactions, every interaction we have leaves a digital trail. This holds true even for something a...Smith and wesson model 10 serial number c serial numbers Your gun is a good bit older than that it was manufactured in 1948 shortly after S&W started using the "C" prefix on serial numbers for ...S&W serial number lookup. Jump to Latest Follow ... I am looking at a 3" s&w .357 from a deceased friend's wife. I know nothing about s&w revolvers. Serial BNW1627. Photos attached. I need help with model number etc. ... I have a Smith & Wesson, Model 36 (Unknown dash), .38 Special, serial number BNR50**Dan Wesson 357 for sale and auction. Buy a Dan Wesson 357 online. Sell your Dan Wesson 357 for FREE today on GunsAmerica!The 681 was introduced in 1980 as square butt 4", stainless, full lugged 357 mag. About 53,180 were made and production was discontinued in 1992. Starting serial number was AAE3887 with a few earlier examples. The correct serial number is on the bottom of the butt and you have to remove the grips to see it.The 686 no dash you reference, by the advanced serial # (AJV) would indicate manufacture in '85/'86, about the time the -1's were coming out. In "very good" condition it should be about $375, depends on area of the country of course, could go much higher especially in todays "buying frenzy" market. $300 should be more than a fair deal, on the ...Smith & Wesson Model 65-2 – .357 Mag. For sale is a Smith & Wesson Model 65-2 double action revolver in .357 magnum. Serial number- 7D05699. This Model 65-2 is in good condition and features a 4" heavy barrel, 6 round cylinder and large wood grips. The Model 65 was manufactured from 1972 to 2004.The 581 is built on the larger L-frame, so it can handle just about any ammo you can feed it, short of a stick of dynamite (lol). Any factory 38 SPL or .357 magnum load out there will be safe to shoot thru it. With the full radial lug under the barrel the balance will be excellent when you're shooting it.Enjoy! The SCSW [Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson] oversimplifies several of the K serial ranges. The 9K numbers were used over a period of three years, 1976-78, as follows: 1976: 9K1 to 9K13999. 1977: 9K14000 to 9K83999. 1978: 9K84000 to 9K99999. Hence, 9K887xx would have been serialized in 1978.Well for starters, on the right side of the revolver check the number of screws, one at the top by the hammer, another above the grip. two more around the trigger guard and the last one just above the front of the trigger guard, for a total of 5-screws. This will identify the revolver as a 357 Magnum pre-model gun, prior to 1957. . .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.Smith & Wesson Model 65-2 - .357 Mag. For sale is a Smith & Wesson Model 65-2 double action revolver in .357 magnum. Serial number- 7D05699. This Model 65-2 is in good condition and features a 4" heavy barrel, 6 round cylinder and large wood grips. The Model 65 was manufactured from 1972 to 2004.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.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.SOLD FOR: $1,325. LSB#: 191025PS14 Make: Smith & Wesson Model: The Highway Patrolman, Pre-Model 28, Square Butt N-Frame Serial Number: S114848 Year of Manufacture: 1954-1955 (Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson, Page 397) Caliber: .357 Magnum & .38 Special Action Type: 6-Shot, Double / Single Action, Swing-Out Fluted Cylinder Hand Ejector Revolver ...The pre-world war 2 Single Action Army started with one and went to 357,859. It didn't matter if it was a flat top, Bisley, Sheriff Model or Frontier Six Shooter, they were all in the same serial number series. Smith & Wesson on the other hand tended to number each variation of the same basic type revolver in its own series.width 1.55 in. length 11.25 in. height 6 in. weight 47 oz. CALIBER 357 MAGNUM. SIZE MEDIUM. CAPACITY 6. ACTION SINGLE/DOUBLE ACTION. BARREL LENGTH 6.The Smith & Wesson Model 57 is a large frame, double-action revolver with a six round cylinder, chambered for the .41 Magnum cartridge, and designed and manufactured by the Smith & Wesson firearms company.The gun was designed as a weapon for law enforcement agencies. However, due to size and recoil it found more favor with civilian target shooters and hunters.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.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, …Taking the grips off the 19-4 and the serial number is on the butt plate. The same number is repeated in the #1 position in the photo above in my first post. The serial numbers; 19-3 4K99xxx. 19-4 39K9xxx. Yes, the 19-4 is a blued 6-inch barrel, and is a beauty. It looks brand new.Looks like 1978-1979. Number Range is 25K0001 - 56K9999 so if production rate remained the same yours would be late 1978. We like pictures. Here's my 19-4; Have A Good One, Rob. He that hath a purse, let him take it, and likewise his scrip and he that hath no sword, let him sell his garment, and buy one. Jesus.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.jimg11. 5237 posts · Joined 2009. #6 · Mar 25, 2014. The reason for the Alpha Numeric series is of course the 1968 gun law that states that the serial number must be unique. In the pre 1968 era it was possible to have several S&W guns with the same number. They would be different type guns but since all the serial number series started with 1 ...Sep 24, 2021 · That is a very nice looking 586. I am guessing but I think you are correct on the manufacture date. I would think late 1980 or early 1981 maybe. Hopefully someone will chime in with a more precise date for you. If per chance that you would have the original box it would gave the shipping date on the end label. Congrats on a great acquisition.Feb 17, 2024 · 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.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.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.5236 posts · Joined 2009. #2 · Dec 8, 2021. Unfortunately you are looking at the assembly number not the serial number. You will find the serial on thr bottom of the grip frame when you remove the grips. You have a model 34 22/32 kitgun with 4" barrel. Jim. Firearms safety is no accident. S&WHF #242. S&WCA #2059.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.Smith and wesson model 686 serial number lookup Jan 28, 2011 418 18 Terre Haute I just bought two model 10 Smiths. One is a 10-5 serial ... 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 & Wesson Model 66, was ...It is missing a 'knob' at the end of the ejector knob. The 2nd model has a locking catch added to the bottom of the barrel for the ejector to 'lock' on to and a 5th screw was added in the 1905 model. Serials for this model started at #1 in 1899 and ended at 20975 in 1902. Your grandfather's revolver was made during the time black powder was ...Dec 12, 2015 · 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?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.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.Smith & Wesson's Registered Magnum was purpose-built to chamber the hot, new cartridge of the day: the .357 Magnum. ... in addition to its serial number, each gun was stamped with an individual ...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 ...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.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.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 $245.357 MAGNUM. $ 1179. View. 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.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 ...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, …Description: Here we have a Smith and Wesson Model 686-3 Distinguished Combat Magnum chambered in 357 Mag. It has a 8 3/8" barrel, adjustable sights and a pachmayr rubber grips. This L-frame revolver is in excellent condition and is ready for a scope! The bore is in 95% condition and the overal gun is in 95% +/- condition!Skip to main contentArea Code: 605. $1,095.00. Smith & Wesson Model Pre 27 357 Magnum In Scarce 5 Inch Barrel. GI#: 102655325. This Smith & Wesson 357 Magnum Post War Pre 27 was produced around 1954. The pistol's serial number is S- 139378. It has the 5 Inch pinned barrel chambered to shoot the 357 Magnum cartridge.LSB#: 210304CP02. Make: Smith & Wesson. Model: 28-2 ‘The Highway Patrolman’. Serial Number: S285903. Year of Manufacture: 1966-1967. Caliber: .357 Magnum & .38 Special. Action Type: 6-Shot, Double / Single Action, Swing-Out Fluted Cylinder Hand Ejector Revolver. Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “SMITH & WESSON”, the right ...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 ...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 …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.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 ... quote from email "I'm sorry I do not have any records of older serial numbers.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 ...R. Medina on October 31, 2020: ttn intnl model 1878 s/n 4751. michael v ventimiglia on October 30, 2020: new england firearms ( N G 001039 ) model r22 ultra mini. Volunteer arms co. on October 29, 2020: 16 gauge serial number is 90524xe what would it be worth and how old is it. Joseph Farrell on October 27, 2020:For sale is a Smith & Wesson Model 27-2 revolver in .357 magnum. Serial number- N168126. This Model 27-2 is in good condition and features a 6" barrel and a 6 round cylinder. ... Smith & Wesson stopped producing the Registered Magnum. It was replaced with the Model 27, which was available with barrel lengths of 3.5, 5, 6.5, and 8.75 inches .... 25687 posts · Joined 2012. #11 · Feb 3, 2013. wThe shop recently purchased a pre-war .357 magnum. We c Smith & Wesson Model 65-2 - .357 Mag. For sale is a Smith & Wesson Model 65-2 double action revolver in .357 magnum. Serial number- 7D05699. This Model 65-2 is in good condition and features a 4" heavy barrel, 6 round cylinder and large wood grips. The Model 65 was manufactured from 1972 to 2004.If you lose your savings bonds, or if you receive them as an inheritance and you're not sure if they've been redeemed, the U.S. Treasury offers different options for you to track t... The 581 is built on the larger L-frame, s 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. ... The numbers in the Smith & Wesson serial numbers are random numbers. References. Smith & Wesson; Frequently; 2011 ;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! Enter the serial number, without spaces or dashes, to search the d...
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