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August 26, 2009, 03:25 PM | #1776 |
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thanks!
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August 26, 2009, 06:46 PM | #1777 |
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Thanks FlyFish.
Can you estimate what year this model came out based from pics below by looking at the markings? I don't have the unit and I'm still asking the seller for the SN details. thanks Last edited by stigp6; August 27, 2009 at 05:53 AM. |
August 26, 2009, 07:16 PM | #1778 |
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K38
Just picked up a K38 in very nice condition. Wondering if I could get a date on it and find out how to tell if it's a combat or target masterpiece.
There's no model number on the front of the frame, just a five digit number that matches the one on the crane. Serial number is K399XX. 6" barrel with a grooved top. Adjustable sights. Serrated trigger. Thanks in advance! |
August 26, 2009, 09:28 PM | #1779 |
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1948.
Normally K prefixes are target frames. S&W began assigning model numbers in 1957. |
August 26, 2009, 09:42 PM | #1780 |
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stigp6: The lack of an upper sideplate screw (next to the rear sight) immediately identifies the gun as newer than 1955. The lack of an S&W logo on the sideplate means it has to be newer than 1981, and the unpinned barrel (a bit difficult to see in your photos, but I think there's no pin) means it's newer than 1982. The square butt (which this appears to be) and the tapered barrel were dropped in 1995-96, so the gun appears to be between 1982 and 1995/96. That's the best I can do for you from the photos.
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August 26, 2009, 10:42 PM | #1781 |
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tyusclan: 1948? Very cool. I was looking for something that would be good for NRA Distinguished revolver. but I didn't expect to find something that old in such good condition for what I paid. Hope it shoots as good as it looks.
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August 27, 2009, 05:26 AM | #1782 |
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If it's that nice a revolver it would probably be worth the $35 to request a letter from Roy Jinks. His letter will document a lot of information for your gun, including giving you the exact date of shipment and who it was originally shipped to.
You can go to S&W's website for the info and address to request the letter. I don't have it handy right now or I'd post it. |
August 27, 2009, 05:48 AM | #1783 |
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FlyFish,
Just got the serial number of the pics I just posted - AYR583x Also edited my post above and included pic of other side. Sorry for the duplicate pic. What do you think? thanks Last edited by stigp6; August 27, 2009 at 05:59 AM. |
August 27, 2009, 07:35 AM | #1784 |
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stigp6: Between July & December 1987.
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August 27, 2009, 07:48 AM | #1785 |
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thanks Radagast
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tyusclan: I'll check into that. There was no box or papers, and the grips aren't original, so I don't think I'm looking at something highly collectible, but it'd be cool to know some history about it.
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August 27, 2009, 07:58 AM | #1787 |
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Model 10-8
Just picked up a cherry 10-8, but don't know how to determine YOM. SN is AYS46XX. Can anyone help me out?
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August 27, 2009, 08:12 AM | #1788 |
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Dieselgrin: first half of 1988.
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August 27, 2009, 10:59 AM | #1789 |
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Hey Flyfish.
My K22 is a M17-4 made in 80, (78-Kxxxx) I think??? That's around the time I bought it. So what revisions made it a -4? And can this be classified as a combat masterpiece? Adjustable rear sights, fat trigger, and oversized grips.... The hammer is the transfer bar type. Any info you can tell me is much appreciated. Last edited by rnr; August 27, 2009 at 11:14 AM. |
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rnr - S/N starting with 78K would be correct for 1980. There was one change with the -4: the gas ring (thickened area to protect the cylinder/ejector rod mechanism from gasses excaping the cylinder/barrel gap) was moved from the yoke to the cylinder. Model 17s were simply called the K-22 Masterpiece prior to numbering - the K-22 Combat Masterpiece, basically the same gun with a 4" barrel (only) and a ramped front sight, was designated the Model 18.
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August 27, 2009, 04:05 PM | #1791 |
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Thanks for the info, Mr. Fish
I'd always heard them called the combat masterpiece, so that's what I thought. Mine's a 6" and it's had lots of rounds put thru it, tho you wouldn't know it to look at it. She rides in a suede lined Safariland holster and shoots like a dream. Such a nice trigger!!! Anyway, thanks. You must like SW's to do this for everyone. I know I appreaciate the info. It does take a while to read thru so many pages tho. |
August 27, 2009, 04:36 PM | #1792 |
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Looking for info on a Mod 36-1 ser#AAM47xx
I bought it second hand about 25 years ago Thanks!! |
August 27, 2009, 04:58 PM | #1793 |
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Shadow53: Appears to be late 1982 - October was AAF prefix and December was ABL. Just curious - does it have a pinned barrel? It's either one of the last ones with, or one of the first ones without.
rnr: I have the book and a bit of spare time, so I'm happy to help out, even though my knowledge pales in comparison to several real S&W experts here. And, yes, I do confess to having a bit of a love affair with S&W revolvers. I have a 17 from 1971, and I agree they are sweet guns - definitely a "must have" for any S&W collection. |
August 27, 2009, 05:03 PM | #1794 |
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FlyFish: Thanks for the info. I am still really a novice, although I have heard the term "pinned barrel" not really sure what it is? What do I look for?
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August 27, 2009, 06:55 PM | #1795 |
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After some Googling for images, I figured out it is NOT pinned. It is a 3" square butt, they seem to be less common than the round butt.
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August 27, 2009, 07:56 PM | #1796 |
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Thanks Flyfish. Where can I find a list of serials?
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August 27, 2009, 08:19 PM | #1797 |
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The info is found in the Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson by Jim Supica and Richard Nahas. It's available at Amazon.com or most any bookstore.
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August 27, 2009, 09:35 PM | #1798 |
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How about ...
Model 25-2, N378xxx
Model 57, N669xxx Model 17-3, 5K102xx Bekeart 458xxx Anyone have any info ... ? Thanks. |
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Model 57, N669xxx = 1979/80 Model 17-3, 5K102xx = 1973 Bekeart 458xxx = Serial numbers ran from 160000 in 1911 to 536684 in 1941. SN 525600 was in 1935 so yours is prior to that. Jim |
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August 27, 2009, 11:57 PM | #1800 |
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Thanks.
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