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Old December 9, 2008, 01:15 AM   #701
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what about a model 10-6 ? "C6585xx" on the butt & "D039xx" in front of the cylinder - just noticed that tonight. are non matching numbers unusual?
C6585XX = 1963/64.
When you say D039XX is in front of the cylinder are you refering to it's stamped on the frame or on the actual cylinder?

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Old December 9, 2008, 02:00 AM   #702
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thank you very much - '63 or '64 sounds like good years for +P ammo

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When you say D039XX is in front of the cylinder are you refering to it's stamped on the frame or on the actual cylinder?
its "on the yoke" below the model # , only visible with cylinder in the open position
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Old December 9, 2008, 02:18 AM   #703
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its "on the yoke" below the model # , only visible with cylinder in the open position
That's an assembly number. And +P is okay.

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Old December 9, 2008, 09:42 PM   #704
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help with serial #

Hi there
would like to know the build date and value of my s&w 27-3 6in
serial # aus 6877

thank in advance

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Old December 9, 2008, 10:07 PM   #705
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While we're on the subject, I have an older 4" K frame I've been curious about. Markings are as follows:

Left Side:
Barrel: SMITH & WESSON
Yoke and crane: 38190
Below cyl release: S&W Trademark logo
Right Side:
Barrel: 38 S.&W. SPECIAL CTG
Frame: MADE IN U.S.A.
Top:
Barrel: SMITH & WESSON SPRINGFIELD MASS. U.S.A (no period visible after the "A")
PATENTED FEB. 6, 06, SEPT. 14, 09, DEC. 29, 14
Butt: 582xxx (in different, poorly aligned stamping: 6683)
Cylinder face: same 582xxx as butt.
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Old December 10, 2008, 12:27 AM   #706
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would like to know the build date and value of my s&w 27-3 6in
serial # aus 6877
1987. In minty condition... ~$500+

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Left Side:
Barrel: SMITH & WESSON
Yoke and crane: 38190
Below cyl release: S&W Trademark logo
Right Side:
Barrel: 38 S.&W. SPECIAL CTG
Frame: MADE IN U.S.A.
Top:
Barrel: SMITH & WESSON SPRINGFIELD MASS. U.S.A (no period visible after the "A")
PATENTED FEB. 6, 06, SEPT. 14, 09, DEC. 29, 14
Butt: 582xxx (in different, poorly aligned stamping: 6683)
Cylinder face: same 582xxx as butt.
You have a 38 Military and Police Model of 1905, 4th Change.
They were made from 1915 at SN 241704 thru 1942 at SN 1000000.
With your SN of 582XXX I'm guessing 1920's.

Jim

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Old December 10, 2008, 07:07 AM   #707
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Old December 10, 2008, 11:28 PM   #708
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OK

I recently purchased a M 19-6 BFY 302X.
and a 651-1 CBY 073X
I believe they are from the late 80's.
What do they tell you?
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Old December 11, 2008, 06:38 PM   #709
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I put a Smith mdl 37 airweight on layaway today. I'm very excited about this little dude. I'll probably pick it up tomorrow! Can you help with the year it was made and whether +p is okay in this?

ser # is 408xxx..

Thanks!

Best regards,

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Old December 11, 2008, 08:42 PM   #710
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I recently purchased a M 19-6 BFY 302X.
and a 651-1 CBY 073X
BFY302X = Jan. 1991
CBY073X = ~Sep 1997

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I put a Smith mdl 37 airweight on layaway today. I'm very excited about this little dude. I'll probably pick it up tomorrow! Can you help with the year it was made and whether +p is okay in this?

ser # is 408xxx..
295000 started 1962 till 786544 at 1969, so about 1965ish.
Because it's a alloy frame it is not recommended for +P. However, many folks have used +p with no ill effects.

Jim

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Old December 11, 2008, 09:02 PM   #711
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Thanks Jim...the darn thing is almost as old as I am...

Blessings my friend and thanks for the info!!
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Old December 12, 2008, 12:46 AM   #712
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Thank you. I enjpoyed the 90's and am glad a couple of its guns caught up to me. I'd bet you have a handkerchief near by when you sit down to date the guns here. Much appreciated.
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Old December 12, 2008, 03:50 PM   #713
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I could use help with my gun serial # N626xxx. I'm not sure on the exact model because the gun was heavily modified prior to my purchase
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Old December 12, 2008, 04:04 PM   #714
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pre war m and p

serial 139xxx six inch bar was reading my new g and a saw old smith and said hey ive got one of those was my dads good shooter, any idea on what it might be worth?
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Old December 12, 2008, 05:03 PM   #715
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I could use help with my gun serial # N626xxx. I'm not sure on the exact model because the gun was heavily modified prior to my purchase
1979/80. The model number should be stamped on the frame just forward of the cylinder. You'll have to open the cylinder to see it.

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serial 139xxx six inch bar was reading my new g and a saw old smith and said hey ive got one of those was my dads good shooter, any idea on what it might be worth?
38 M&P model of 1905, 1st change. Made from 1906 to 1909. Value depends on condition.

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Old December 13, 2008, 10:44 AM   #716
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You have a 38 Military and Police Model of 1905, 4th Change.
They were made from 1915 at SN 241704 thru 1942 at SN 1000000.
With your SN of 582XXX I'm guessing 1920's.
Thanks. That's in line with what I was guessing. Unfortunately, granddad didn't leave much in the way of notes, so all I know is that he was pretty accurate with it, and it still shoots great. I keep it on a diet of relatively light loads, and clean it well after each range trip, as I suspect he did, (I sometimes think he shot mostly to have an excuse to clean and oil the guns again) so the finish still looks good.
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Old December 14, 2008, 10:34 AM   #717
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Hi everyone, new here just registered. Doing a search on a piece that is old for me. I got it after my father-in-law passed away. Hope you can help. Its a Smith&Wesson 22 long rifle 6 inch revolver 279xxx Thanks in advance. "wannalearn".
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Old December 14, 2008, 01:03 PM   #718
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DOB?

Just picked up a 3913, s/n VJN89XX, stamped, not laser etched. Anybody know the DOB for this one? Thanks!
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Old December 14, 2008, 02:34 PM   #719
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Hi everyone, new here just registered. Doing a search on a piece that is old for me. I got it after my father-in-law passed away. Hope you can help. Its a Smith&Wesson 22 long rifle 6 inch revolver 279xxx Thanks in advance. "wannalearn".
"K" 279XXX would be 1956. Known as the "K22 Masterpiece" they went on to become the Model 17 when S&W started assigning model numbers in 1958.

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Just picked up a 3913, s/n VJN89XX, stamped, not laser etched. Anybody know the DOB for this one? Thanks!
Unfortunantly, the "book" only covers their auto pistols up to 1998. A call to S&W customer service will get you a DOB over the phone for free.

Jim

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Old December 14, 2008, 08:14 PM   #720
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thanks Jim for the info.
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Old December 15, 2008, 09:47 AM   #721
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S&W Model 657

Just getting into pistols and bought a stainless 41 mag model 657, SN# AVA 2033. Any info you guys could tell me about it I would greatly appreciate
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Old December 15, 2008, 02:52 PM   #722
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can any one help out finding the date on a s&w 38/44 heavy duty serial s 941xx
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Old December 15, 2008, 05:12 PM   #723
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Just getting into pistols and bought a stainless 41 mag model 657, SN# AVA 2033.
1987. Built on S&W's "N" frame.

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can any one help out finding the date on a s&w 38/44 heavy duty serial s 941xx
1953.

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Old December 15, 2008, 06:32 PM   #724
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thanks for the info
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Old December 15, 2008, 06:38 PM   #725
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Hey I've got tw that I would like some info on. Any info would be greatly appreciated!!

1. Model 10-7 4" Serial # 3D50xxx

2. Model 28-3 6" Serial# N955xxx

Thanks in advance!!
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