S & K old K22 5 digit serial number
This is my only handgun and I just dug it out of an old footlocker. The serial number is k-477xx and they match on frame and cylinder. The frame also has the following id marks in three separate rows.
9
k
41001
The Barrel is marked "22 Long Rifle CTG" on one side.
The other side is marked "Smith & Wesson"
One side of the frame has a round S&W logo with Trade on the top and Mark on the bottom. On the same side are the words,
MADE IN U.S.A.
MARCAS REGISTRADAS
SMITH & WESSON
SPRINGFIELD, MASS
I have seen much talk of 5 screw frames, but, this one only has 4 that I can see.
It was kept in a leather holster and appears to have some corrosion due to the acids in the leather.
I took it out and shot it, and was amazed. Off-hand, at a measured 50 feet I shot 6 six shot groups, 4 of the measured under 1.5 inches and the others were barely over 2 inches.
At some time, my father had replaced the wood grips with rubber ones. I remember seeing the wood ones in the attic a few years ago.
What I am wondering is, when it was made and if it has any value?
I no desire to purchase the S&W book everyone speaks of, for one serial number. Nor, do I have a book store nearby that might carry it.
Any help would be appreciated by this disabled vet.
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