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May 27, 2009, 07:30 PM | #1476 |
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Trying to help a friend.
He just inherited and older S&W in 38SPL., 4" barrel, blue. No model number yet, he says he thinks it doesn't have one. He does however, have a serial number: 5D242** Any help with this one? Thanks in advance, Larry |
May 28, 2009, 05:03 AM | #1477 |
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Larry D: the serial number dates to 1977. There will be a model number stamped under the yoke.
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May 28, 2009, 03:11 PM | #1478 |
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serial number history for smith and wesson mod 66
I am trying to find out information on a smith and wesson model 66 with a serial number 4K56448. It is presently being offered to me for sale. if there is a better place to post my request, please advise.thank you for any help.
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May 28, 2009, 05:33 PM | #1479 | |
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May 28, 2009, 08:51 PM | #1480 |
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s & w 66
thank you bboomer for the fast reply. any thoughts on this gun. also will probably get his s & W 40 cal. model #4006. don't know the year on that one either. thanks for the help.
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May 28, 2009, 09:08 PM | #1481 |
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Radagast,
Thank you Sir! |
May 29, 2009, 12:08 AM | #1482 |
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How about a 67-1, serial# AUJ 54xx
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May 29, 2009, 01:44 AM | #1483 |
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OK, heres what Ive got.
19-3 9K42XXX 686-1 AWY1XXX 57 N615XXX http://i107.photobucket.com/albums/m...4/MySmiths.jpg |
May 29, 2009, 08:21 AM | #1484 | |
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May 29, 2009, 09:31 AM | #1485 |
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GrandmasterB: Between January 1986 (AHCxxxx) & July 1987 (AVBxxxx).
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May 29, 2009, 10:11 AM | #1486 |
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Can you look up a S&W Model 36 for me? Under the crane it says "MOD. 36" (no dash number), and the serial number is on the butt of the revolver and is 444111 (no letter prefix/suffix.)
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May 29, 2009, 10:50 AM | #1487 | |
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May 29, 2009, 11:49 AM | #1488 |
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Thanks Chris. It's much appreciated!
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May 30, 2009, 04:34 PM | #1489 |
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Smith and Wesson 32-20
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I am hoping you can help me out. I have an old Smith and Wesson chambered in .32 WCF. 5 inch blued barrel, and fixed sights. My dad got it from his dad. Pop told me he thought it was probably made in the 40's. Kept under the mattress on his side of the bed. I remember firing it as a kid, using 32-20 ammo, which I understand is the correct ammunition. The serial number on the bottom of the grip is 5 digits- 760xx Any ideas? |
May 30, 2009, 10:40 PM | #1490 |
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I just purchased my first revolver Model 649-3 serial CDT4xxx. Can you please help me. I read just about every page of this thread before asking and learned a whole bunch while doing so. Thanks in advance
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May 31, 2009, 07:15 AM | #1491 | |
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1) Some .32-20 ammo is meant for Winchester rifles and is loaded hotter than what your S&W can handle. AFAIK all modern ammo is safe, but if you find some older ammo, check the label carefully for a disclaimer saying something like "SAFE FOR REVOLVERS" or "RIFLES ONLY". Using "Rifle" ammo in your .32-20HE could result in a gun-destroying kB! If you handload, the load books usually also separate .32-20 ammo into "Rifle" (too hot!) and "Pistol" (just right) sections. Choose your ammo wisely! 2) .32-20HE "Target" models with an adjustable rear sight are quite rare and have become quite valuable in recent years. Many were produced on a special-order basis, so some have been found with some highly unusual factory options such as McGivern gold-bead front sights and extra-wide checkered(!) triggers. If you have a .32-20 Target, we'd be eager to see pictures of it. |
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May 31, 2009, 07:50 PM | #1494 |
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Can anybody help me with this
I have a S&W with 38 S&W Special U.S. Service CTG ' 8 on the left side of the barrel Looks like a 5 inch barrel , Round Butt the number on the bottom of the Butt is # 687xx bought it off a guy i worked with years ago, it came with an old holster that to me looks like an old 1950's police holster, it has small wooden grips with S&W on them, it shoots great and iv had alot of fun with it, but i have no idea what year it was made, any help with the year would be great! Last edited by DEEPCOVER1; June 1, 2009 at 12:55 AM. |
May 31, 2009, 10:36 PM | #1495 |
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38 special
Hi i was wondering if anyone can give me some info on my s&w 38 special, i inherited this gun from my grandfather its very clean sows just minor handling wear. the serial number is on the bottom of the grip and it is 4D04xxx and thanks in advance!
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June 1, 2009, 05:45 PM | #1497 |
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I'm looking for the year my mom's model 36 was made/shipped. The serial is 44xxx. We think it's old enough to be an original stainless steel but we may be wrong... it wouldn't be the first time. Any information is appreciated. Thanks in advance.
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June 1, 2009, 11:42 PM | #1498 |
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Ok, i visited another site and this cool guy gave me the info i needed on my S&W, here is what he told me incase someone else out there have a gun like mine.
You have a Smith & Wesson .38, Model of 1905. It was also known as the .38 Hand Ejector, Military & Police, 3rd. Model. This variant of the .38 M&P was made between 1905 and 1906, within a serial number range running from 62,450 to 73,250. Standard barrel lengths were 4, 5 or 6 1/2 inches. Six-shot cylinder chambered in .38 Special, but as noted the military standard .38 Long Colt cartridge could also be used in it. Standard finishes were either nickel plate or blue, with color casehardened hammer and trigger. Regular stocks were black hard rubber, but checkered walnut was offered as an option. If the present stocks are original to the gun you find the serial number stamped or penciled inside one or both of the grip panels. Given its age be very careful what you shoot in it. Heat treated cylinders were not offered until much later during the early 1920's. |
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Most older replating jobs are fairly easy to identify. Here's two red flags: 1) The hammer and trigger should have a color case finish. If you're a n00b to guns, color case finish appears dull grey but with colorful green, blue, pink, and purple swirls in it. A nickel plated hammer and trigger indicate a refinish. 2) The ejector star should be blued (black), while the cylinder pawls (the 5 little tabs at the center of the star) should be natural metal. Nickel plating in these areas indicates a refinish. |
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