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oneounceload · September 25, 2008, 10:43 AM

I have a 4" 38 that was my dad's NYPD service pistol. Since he started in the 50's, I am assuming it dates from that time frame. Anything more specific is greatly appreciated.

The serial number on the bottom of the butt is C132XXX
There is a 5 digit number inside the crane, but no model number
There is another serial number on the backstrap, (I'm assuming it is a NYPD serial/issue number)

I'm not sure if NYPD used model 10 or similar.

Thanks!

September 25, 2008, 10:43 AM	#463
oneounceload Junior member Join Date: April 18, 2008 Location: N. Central Florida Posts: 8,518	date info on older S&W I have a 4" 38 that was my dad's NYPD service pistol. Since he started in the 50's, I am assuming it dates from that time frame. Anything more specific is greatly appreciated. The serial number on the bottom of the butt is C132XXX There is a 5 digit number inside the crane, but no model number There is another serial number on the backstrap, (I'm assuming it is a NYPD serial/issue number) I'm not sure if NYPD used model 10 or similar. Thanks!