Smith and Wesson serial number search - Page 288

Wireman134 · March 17, 2016, 10:43 AM

Mother left me a fine M36-7 has Hogue rubber grip. She had it loaded with Win Silvertip +P's. Can someone point me to where I can find a mfg. date for this BPW87XX serial number and if it's +P rated. I want my wife to use it for CC.

Sevens · March 17, 2016, 02:34 PM

Quote:

Mother left me a fine M36-7 has Hogue rubber grip. She had it loaded with Win Silvertip +P's. Can someone point me to where I can find a mfg. date for this BPW87XX serial number and if it's +P rated. I want my wife to use it for CC.

Should be the very end of 1993 or very early 1994.

Smith & Wesson states that unless otherwise directed -- any .38 Special revolver with a model number (1957 or later) is safe for use with SAAMI-spec .38 Special +P.

Rmurray919 · March 18, 2016, 06:14 PM

64-3
AYH 20**
I'm guessing 1987 as well?
Thanks

laytonj1 · March 18, 2016, 07:50 PM

Quote:

64-3
AYH 20**
I'm guessing 1987 as well?

You are correct!

Jim

Sharkbite · March 19, 2016, 10:28 PM

Hey all,

Picked up a nice 686 no dash at the gunshow today. Sn AHS74xx, anybody able to nail down a date of manufacture?

Thanks in advance for any info.

Psycrow · March 20, 2016, 08:45 PM

Hey. Got my permit recently, first time carrier. Just curious on rough dob for my new piece. Any help is appreciated.

S&W Model 37 Airweight
SN: AYA1***

Thank you.

redhologram · March 20, 2016, 10:07 PM

I'm pretty certain this is the S&W M&P (Model of 1905 - 4th Change) based on the SN - 271xxx.
It has been handed down in the family.
My question is does anyone know anything about the scrollwork and grips?
I know Wolf & Klar did a small handful but I can't find anything indicative to tell me if this is a possibility or done later by someone else. The grips aren't telling me anything either. I know, obviously, they aren't the usual walnut that typically come on this usual model.
I've got paperwork to send to Mr Jinks for a history but I don't know what he could tell me beyond what I already know, unless he can pinpoint that it was indeed shipped out to TX.
It's a keepsake and special to us because of the family history.
Sorry my pics aren't the best quality. It has Smith & Wesson on the left side of the barrel and the circle Trade Mark on the right side of the frame.

jmohme · March 21, 2016, 01:42 PM

I have an old pre 1948 K-22 and would like to get a closer idea of the actual date that this revolver came to be.

Can anyone help me with this?
serial# 10804

Psycrow · March 22, 2016, 03:03 PM

Nevermind. I had it one week, brought it to the range and the frame cracked under the barrel. FML amarite?

laytonj1 · March 22, 2016, 05:07 PM

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S&W Model 37 Airweight
SN: AYA1**

Quote:

the frame cracked under the barrel

That sucks. Try contacting S&W. They may give a discounted price on a new one. Anyway AYAxxxx dates to 1987.

Quote:

I'm pretty certain this is the S&W M&P (Model of 1905 - 4th Change) based on the SN - 271xxx.

Would date to about 1918 give or take a year. Can't help you with the engraving.

Quote:

I have an old pre 1948 K-22 and would like to get a closer idea of the actual date that this revolver came to be.

Can anyone help me with this?
serial# 10804

I'm going to assume there is a "K" prefix. K10804 would be 1947.

Jim

Psycrow · March 23, 2016, 06:51 AM

Well I went to Newington Gun Exchange in CT, where I bought the model 37 that cracked, and they did right by me 100%. Apologized for the gun, gave me a Blue Steel model 36 in 9/10 condition with original box and papers. I will never not go there for future purchases. Their customer service was A1. SN: ALB1***, (so early-mid 80s?)Lesson learned, no more aluminum guns. Thanks for taking the time, Jim.

laytonj1 · March 23, 2016, 07:46 PM

Quote:

SN: ALB1***

1985.

Good to hear they took care of you!

Jim

robert v · March 28, 2016, 06:42 PM

Hello,
Can You please check My S&W model 940 no dash (9mm J frame) BKY9549.
Thank You, Robert

harobe · March 29, 2016, 02:36 PM

Can you please check a S&W 357? The last 3 numbers are 759. I thought it was a stainless 686 model but dont see any markings with a model number. Thanks!

Sevens · March 29, 2016, 03:38 PM

I'm seeing early 1992 for the BKY9xxx revolver.

For the "maybe" Model 686, the last three digits don't give us the info we need. We need the first three digits -- alpha characters, actually. They can be found on the frame behind where the cylinder yoke closes also on the bottom of the butt, and is often covered up by the wood stocks or rubber grips. They often need to be removed to see.

To be a Model 686, it WILL be marked "Mod 686" on frame behind the yoke and it must be stainless, adjustable rear sight and with a full-length barrel underlug that runs all the way from frame to muzzle.

robert v · March 29, 2016, 07:34 PM

1992, That was a good year!!
Thanks,
Robert

harobe · March 31, 2016, 09:42 PM

"For the "maybe" Model 686, the last three digits don't give us the info we need. We need the first three digits -- alpha characters, actually. They can be found on the frame behind where the cylinder yoke closes also on the bottom of the butt, and is often covered up by the wood stocks or rubber grips. They often need to be removed to see.

To be a Model 686, it WILL be marked "Mod 686" on frame behind the yoke and it must be stainless, adjustable rear sight and with a full-length barrel underlug that runs all the way from frame to muzzle."

Under the rubber grips my 357 has numbers 21659 759 on one side and B1 on the other, no Mod 686 on it. I think it is stainless

laytonj1 · April 1, 2016, 05:11 PM

harobe,

From the picture it is a model 686. See pics below for location on serial number and model number.

Jim

http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/d...swstandard.jpg
http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/d...onj1/mod-1.jpg

harobe · April 2, 2016, 08:03 AM

Thanks Sevens and laytonj1!
The number on the bottom of butt under grip is CCL7764

Model15guy · April 3, 2016, 11:27 AM

Recently, after about 20 rounds, the cylinder locked on my Model 15. It took a while for me to get it open. The gun is from the early 1960s, so I'm not shocked if it may need some new parts. Does this sound like an issue with the cylinder stop, or cylinder stop spring? This is the first malfunction I've ever had with this gun, and I've had it since 1973. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

laytonj1 · April 4, 2016, 02:29 PM

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The number on the bottom of butt under grip is CCL7764

1998.

Jim

harobe · April 7, 2016, 05:07 PM

Thanks Jim for the 1998 date!

powrguy · April 8, 2016, 07:29 AM

Well, could someone tell me the year of production of my 19-3 S&W:

2K27xxx

laytonj1 · April 8, 2016, 07:34 PM

Quote:

2K27xxx

1971.
Nice gun!

Jim

powrguy · April 8, 2016, 07:39 PM

Thanks for the info.

I looked a long time for a Model 19 in this good a shape.

March 17, 2016, 10:43 AM	#7176
Wireman134 Member Join Date: October 27, 2009 Posts: 22	M36-7 inheritence Mother left me a fine M36-7 has Hogue rubber grip. She had it loaded with Win Silvertip +P's. Can someone point me to where I can find a mfg. date for this BPW87XX serial number and if it's +P rated. I want my wife to use it for CC. Last edited by Wireman134; March 17, 2016 at 10:48 AM.

March 20, 2016, 08:45 PM	#7181
Psycrow Junior Member Join Date: March 20, 2016 Posts: 4	Hey. Got my permit recently, first time carrier. Just curious on rough dob for my new piece. Any help is appreciated. S&W Model 37 Airweight SN: AYA1*** Thank you. Last edited by Psycrow; March 20, 2016 at 10:44 PM.

March 21, 2016, 01:42 PM	#7183
jmohme Member Join Date: January 14, 2012 Location: Bastrop Texas Posts: 77	Age of a S&W K-22 I have an old pre 1948 K-22 and would like to get a closer idea of the actual date that this revolver came to be. Can anyone help me with this? serial# 10804

March 28, 2016, 06:42 PM	#7188
robert v Junior Member Join Date: February 27, 2008 Location: Nassau county,New York Posts: 4	ser. check Hello, Can You please check My S&W model 940 no dash (9mm J frame) BKY9549. Thank You, Robert

March 29, 2016, 02:36 PM	#7189
harobe Junior Member Join Date: March 29, 2016 Posts: 4	S&W 357 info Can you please check a S&W 357? The last 3 numbers are 759. I thought it was a stainless 686 model but dont see any markings with a model number. Thanks!

March 18, 2016, 06:14 PM	#7178
Rmurray919 Junior Member Join Date: March 14, 2016 Posts: 3	64-3 AYH 20** I'm guessing 1987 as well? Thanks

March 19, 2016, 10:28 PM	#7180
Sharkbite Senior Member Join Date: November 4, 2013 Location: Western slope of Colorado Posts: 3,722	Hey all, Picked up a nice 686 no dash at the gunshow today. Sn AHS74xx, anybody able to nail down a date of manufacture? Thanks in advance for any info.

March 20, 2016, 10:07 PM	#7182
redhologram Senior Member Join Date: January 14, 2013 Posts: 352	I'm pretty certain this is the S&W M&P (Model of 1905 - 4th Change) based on the SN - 271xxx. It has been handed down in the family. My question is does anyone know anything about the scrollwork and grips? I know Wolf & Klar did a small handful but I can't find anything indicative to tell me if this is a possibility or done later by someone else. The grips aren't telling me anything either. I know, obviously, they aren't the usual walnut that typically come on this usual model. I've got paperwork to send to Mr Jinks for a history but I don't know what he could tell me beyond what I already know, unless he can pinpoint that it was indeed shipped out to TX. It's a keepsake and special to us because of the family history. Sorry my pics aren't the best quality. It has Smith & Wesson on the left side of the barrel and the circle Trade Mark on the right side of the frame.

March 22, 2016, 03:03 PM	#7184
Psycrow Junior Member Join Date: March 20, 2016 Posts: 4	Nevermind. I had it one week, brought it to the range and the frame cracked under the barrel. FML amarite?

March 23, 2016, 06:51 AM	#7186
Psycrow Junior Member Join Date: March 20, 2016 Posts: 4	Well I went to Newington Gun Exchange in CT, where I bought the model 37 that cracked, and they did right by me 100%. Apologized for the gun, gave me a Blue Steel model 36 in 9/10 condition with original box and papers. I will never not go there for future purchases. Their customer service was A1. SN: ALB1***, (so early-mid 80s?)Lesson learned, no more aluminum guns. Thanks for taking the time, Jim.

March 29, 2016, 03:38 PM	#7190
Sevens Senior Member Join Date: July 28, 2007 Location: Ohio Posts: 11,770	I'm seeing early 1992 for the BKY9xxx revolver. For the "maybe" Model 686, the last three digits don't give us the info we need. We need the first three digits -- alpha characters, actually. They can be found on the frame behind where the cylinder yoke closes also on the bottom of the butt, and is often covered up by the wood stocks or rubber grips. They often need to be removed to see. To be a Model 686, it WILL be marked "Mod 686" on frame behind the yoke and it must be stainless, adjustable rear sight and with a full-length barrel underlug that runs all the way from frame to muzzle. __________________ *Attention Brass rats and other reloaders:* I really need .327 Federal Magnum brass, no lot size too small. Tell me what caliber you need and I'll see what I have to swap. PM me and we'll discuss.

March 29, 2016, 07:34 PM	#7191
robert v Junior Member Join Date: February 27, 2008 Location: Nassau county,New York Posts: 4	re: S&W 940 1992, That was a good year!! Thanks, Robert

April 1, 2016, 05:11 PM	#7193
laytonj1 Senior Member Join Date: June 1, 2005 Posts: 4,443	harobe, From the picture it is a model 686. See pics below for location on serial number and model number. Jim http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/d...swstandard.jpg http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/d...onj1/mod-1.jpg

April 2, 2016, 08:03 AM	#7194
harobe Junior Member Join Date: March 29, 2016 Posts: 4	S&W 357 info Thanks Sevens and laytonj1! The number on the bottom of butt under grip is CCL7764

April 3, 2016, 11:27 AM	#7195
Model15guy Junior Member Join Date: April 3, 2016 Posts: 6	S&W Model 15-2 Problem Recently, after about 20 rounds, the cylinder locked on my Model 15. It took a while for me to get it open. The gun is from the early 1960s, so I'm not shocked if it may need some new parts. Does this sound like an issue with the cylinder stop, or cylinder stop spring? This is the first malfunction I've ever had with this gun, and I've had it since 1973. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

April 7, 2016, 05:07 PM	#7197
harobe Junior Member Join Date: March 29, 2016 Posts: 4	S&W 357 info Thanks Jim for the 1998 date!

April 8, 2016, 07:39 PM	#7200
powrguy Junior member Join Date: October 15, 2014 Location: NE Ohio Posts: 17	Model 19-3 Thanks for the info. I looked a long time for a Model 19 in this good a shape.

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