Identity and Date of Manufacture of S&W Revolvers

[eastbank]

I don,t think I would fire it. as a young man I knew a man who had one just like it and as I remember it was way out of time and spit lead when fired. eastbank.

 

[Jbee]

This going to be a thread for those who are looking for a date of manufacture for their S&W revolvers.

We'd need to know :

a) caliber
b) bbl length (from cylinder to muzzle)
c) grips shape (round or square)
d) number of shots/cylinder bores
e) type of sights.
f) serial number, and if there is a letter in front of or anywhere near the s/n on the bottom of the grip
g) Model number if it is under the crane.
That number, if it is the s/n, should come from the butt of the grip (or under the barrel or face of the cylinder).

A picture or two is worth A LOT of words in this case...

 

[Jbee]

a) 22 b) 4 " c)square d) 6 shot Model 63 Serial ABF 86XX Can someone provide the date of manufacture? Thank you

 

[JimInNY]

Hello! I have a really nice little S&W 34-1, serial number 849XX---I'll attach some pictures. I've been trying to find a date of manufacture, but haven't been able to find such info. I'm about to give it to my son, like most of the rest of my handguns, and I just want to give him as much info as I can. Thank you for your info.

 

[Grayrock]

# on butt is 5173. Used to be nickel plated.

 

[ArchAngelCD]

Hello! I have a really nice little S&W 34-1, serial number 849XX---I'll attach some pictures. I've been trying to find a date of manufacture, but haven't been able to find such info. I'm about to give it to my son, like most of the rest of my handguns, and I just want to give him as much info as I can. Thank you for your info.

The M34-1 ran from 1960 thru 1987. If those grips are original, since they are diamond grips you revolver is no older than 1967. Additional support for the cut off date is, an M prefer was added to the serial number in 1969. I have to approximate the data because the listing isn't exact. It lists SN70000 in 1960 and the next listing is SN108087 in 1965 so I'm guessing your gun left the factory in late 1963 or early 1964.

I hope this helps...

 

[CajunBass]

Model 58
N-frame
six shot
41 Magnum
4" barrel
S/N, N-235161

 

[Chris D’Angelo]

Smith And Wesson Model 629
.44 Magnum
N836992
4 inch
Square Butt ?

Smith And Wesson Model 29
.44 Magnum
N424169
4 Inch
Square Butt ?

Smith And Wesson Model 10
.38 Caliber
45469
4 inch
Round Butt

 

[Sushigaijin]

32-1
.38 S&W
round butt
2"
110xxx

Maybe '67?

Sushi

 

[Todd Peridore]

I need help I just acquired a S&W 38 Special CTG that has a serial number of C 272XXX could someone help with dating and a bit of history and maybe value on this revolver? I believe it’s a model 1905 BTW
Thanks

 

[mechoice]

Just purchased a S&W revolver and needing help with manufacture date .
Mod. 10-5
Cal. 38 spc
Barrel 4"
6-shot non- recessed
Grips - square butt
FS-fixed
RS-none
Ser # D931xx

 

[Gladius]

a) .357 Magnum
b) 3.5 inch barrel
c) square butt
d) Six shot
e) Adjustable
f) serial number #9420
g) No model number (pre-27)

 

[Gun Master]

What size frame and what kind of finish ?

 

[Gladius]

What size frame and what kind of finish ?

N frame, blued. On second examination, serial number may actually be S 95944

 

[Los612]

This going to be a thread for those who are looking for a date of manufacture for their S&W revolvers.

We'd need to know :

a) caliber
b) bbl length (from cylinder to muzzle)
c) grips shape (round or square)
d) number of shots/cylinder bores
e) type of sights.
f) serial number, and if there is a letter in front of or anywhere near the s/n on the bottom of the grip
g) Model number if it is under the crane.
That number, if it is the s/n, should come from the butt of the grip (or under the barrel or face of the cylinder).

A picture or two is worth A LOT of words in this case...

Was hoping for a little help.. Total newbie but have pictures.

 

[Sharon Carmichael]

I'm trying to find out the date my S & W 38 special was made.
The serial number is on the bottom of the handle and is 560013.
I'm not very knowledgeable or know where to look for info.
Thank you

 

[SamuelHyde]

a) .38 spl

b) 2”

c) square grips

d) 5

e) I’m not sure

f) AWW6xxx

g) Model 49


Thank you

 

[Gladius]

Aww, that's a nice revolver (Sorry, someone was going to say it)!

 

[90three]

Just bought her Thursday. But CA says I can't have for 8 more days, so no picture.

a) .357 Magnum
b) 6 inch barrel
c) square butt
d) Six shot
e) Adjustable rear
f) serial number #305k19X
g) 66-2

 

[Idahon8tv]

New, bare with me.
.38 spc
5 1/2” bbl
6 rds
Rnd butt
Rear adj?
Sn 121473

 

[Idahon8tv]

I believe it to be pre 1957 M&P K frame. Was my father’s duty weapon. Will post pics

 

[Idahon8tv]

 

[Idahon8tv]

Looking for mfg date and value as it was an inheritance and I will need to retro value to estate. Any information much appreciated

 

[Sistema1927]

ldahon8th, I can't give you much, but that is a Square Butt, not Round.

 

[Idahon8tv]

Thanks. That’s one step