1 - 13 of 13 Posts. RJay · #2 · Jul 19, 2010. The Standard Catalog of Smith and Wesson lists the J frame numbers ending in 1962 with 295000 and in 1969 with serial number 786544. At the end of 1969 S&W went to a J prefix for the J Frame. If I were to guess the DOM I would say mid 1960's. Smith and Wesson had a fire and some manufacturing ...U.S. stocks traded mostly lower, with the Nasdaq Composite dropping over 60 points on Wednesday. Here are some big stocks recording losses in toda... U.S. stocks traded mostly lower, with the Nasdaq Composite dropping over 60 points on Wedn...s&w 32-20 ctg serial number lookup. Can anyone on here help me out with the year of my smith and wesson. The gun is a 32-20 ctg the serial number is 1111xx. The gun appears to be fairly old but in great condition. Im just curious how old and what the value of this gun is from poor- mint condition. Thank guys.Looks like a rather nice 32 caliber 1st model Safety Hammerless. They were also known as the New Departure or Lemon Squeezer. About 91417 of these little revolvers were made between 1888-1902. I would guess that yours left the factory in the early to mid 1890's. It uses the old black powder 32 S&W cartridge which is still available today in ...Serial number is 52K5322. Would like to know exact year. Thanks, Jesse. Advertise With Us: Search : Smith & Wesson ... The serial number range that contains your model 60 is 1974 to 1977: ... Serial number lookup: stevo423: Smith & Wesson M&P Pistols: 1: 08-31-2013 11:39 PM:Early J frame serial numbers For models 36, 37, 38, 49, 50 and pre model number versions. 1950 = start at 1 1952 = 7369 - 21342 1953 = 28916 1955 = 55050 - …This handgun is a Smith & Wesson 38 Chief's Special Pre-Model 36. Carrying serial number 73556, the revolver is dated from 1955. The guns's metal and wood is in ...Jan 22, 2018 · However, S&W made 927 steel frame Model 39s in the mid 1950s. They didn't assemble or sell any of these until 1966 plus the steel frame Model 39s fall into three different serial number ranges. That is why Smith & Wesson collectors "never say never" when asked if S&W ever made a certain configuration or variation. Step 2. Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images News/Getty Images. Examine the surface of the S&W gun to find the serial number. Depending on what year it was made, the serial number could appear in various places, such as below the barrel on a revolver or on the bottom of the grip.J frame serial number confusion. I recently had a brief look at what I think is a Model 36, although I did not see a model designation. The grips appear to be original to the gun, the right panel is stamped with the s/n, but it is stamped 9XX Y. and the J is there, but not in line with the rest of the s/n. The numbers are stamped, not in pencil.If you want to locate the identity and address of the person behind an unpublished phone number, you can use the power of the Internet to find the information. Unlike home land-line phone numbers, a cell phone number often remains private a...The Model 39 went on commercial sale in 1955. The Model 39 was a double action pistol. It was 7.44 inches long and weighed just 26.5 ounces empty with a four-inch barrel. It was a recoil-operated ...With the serial number, you can look up the following features and aspects of your gun: Smith Wesson date of manufacture: Get the dates of production and the batch manufactured with your revolver. Model numbers: These numbers represent different Smith Wesson designs. Historical foundation: Knowa gun’s history, which includes its ship date.Mar 16, 2008 · Hello I thought that someone may like this Reference of K-Frame serial number's. H.D. Post-War K-FrameSerial Numbers List. 1946- K-101--614 1947-K-615 The Model 36 isn't called the Chief's Special for nothing. It's one of the best .38 SPL/.357 Magnum concealable revolvers ever produced. Between it and the model 60 (Stainless version of the M-36) it's possibly the 2nd/3rd most produced handguns. The S&W model 10 is the most produced model ever. I look forawrd to seeing the serial number so we ...1953 – Elimination of screw in triggerguard, larger grips (four-screw) 1955 – Removed upper sideplate screw at serial 75,000 (three-screw) 1957 – Chief’s Special continued as the Model 36. 1955-1975 – Produced as Model 50 with target sights in 2″ and 3″ barreled models. Also produced in heavy barrel 3″ version without target sights.Nov 19, 2022 ... The S&W Model 36 was introduced in 1950 and the J-Frame continues to be one of the best selling revolvers. This is the original design from ...The Smith & Wesson Model 36 (also known as the Chiefs Special) is a revolver chambered for .38 Special. It is one of several models of J-frame revolvers. It was introduced in 1950, and is still in production in the classic blued Model 36 and the stainless steel Model 60.Smith and Wesson Serial Number Date of Manufacture J Frame Revolver Lookup For models 36, 37, 38, 49, 50 and pre model number versions. L-frames can hold ...Feb 1, 2015 ... S&W Model 60 serial # question hey guys, I just bought an older model 60 from my lgs, and I was wondering when it was made. the number is C ...S&W Model 36 Serial Number. Serial ranges in 81' were J760001 - J915400. you'rs fits right in the middle of that range. Teach them the truth, and let them sort thru the cobwebs of liberalism that have infested their minds. When the time comes that I don't want a new gun, call the undertaker! When they come for your guns, give them the ammo first!laytonj1. July 24, 2013, 05:14 PM. serial number is V 4082xx. While it is a 38 Military & Police, the "V" prefix identifies it as a "Victory" model. They were made during WWII for the military. SN's ran from V1 in 1942 to V769000 in 1944. The grips are not original. Value depends heavily on condition.This smith & wesson revolver is a .38 special caliber. The serial number is S 8551XX. Here are the pictures, in one of these you can see the serial number, in the cylinder. Ahh. You are correct. Pictures help alot. That would be a post war 38 Military and Police (K frame pre model 10) made between 1945 and 1948. Jim.Smith and Wesson Serial Number Lookup: check out the easy-to-understand table. We have prepared a smith and wesson chart with 7 pre model number versions."Support" and "Serial Number Lookup"[^1^] or consult the ... number, as Smith & Wesson sometimes used overlapping serial numbers for different models[^2^].Serial number is 52K5322. Would like to know exact year. Thanks, Jesse. Advertise With Us: Search : Smith & Wesson ... The serial number range that contains your model 60 is 1974 to 1977: ... Serial number lookup: stevo423: Smith & Wesson M&P Pistols: 1: 08-31-2013 11:39 PM:Mar 16, 2008 · Hello I thought that someone may like this Reference of K-Frame serial number's. H.D. Post-War K-FrameSerial Numbers List. 1946- K-101--614 1947-K-615 Page 227- Smith and Wesson serial number search Handguns: The Revolver Forum The Firing Line Forums > Hogan's Alley ... It's a .32 Hand Ejector 3rd Model. Serial numbers ran from 263001 in 1917 to 536684 in 1942. 338xxx would be early 1920's. ... September 6, 2012, 04:36 PM #5662: laytonj1. Senior Member . Join Date: …Finding your Smith and Wesson serial number depends on the type of firearm you have. Most modern Smith and Wesson revolvers have the serial number stamped on the butt of the gun’s frame, in between the grips.Once had one with serial number in the low 400,000 range on which I obtained a letter that shipped in 1966. Just for fun, this pretty early Chief's Special from before the introduction of the Model 36 nomenclature roosts in the safe here. Serial number is just a whisker over 2000. It was shipped to J. S. Oshman's Sporting Goods in Houston in ...The Smith & Wesson Safety Hammerless or Smith & Wesson New Departure (nicknamed by collectors as the Lemon Squeezer) is a double-action revolver that was produced from 1887 to 1940 by Smith & Wesson. Based on the Smith & Wesson Model 2 double-action design, the revolver incorporated an internal hammer and an external grip …need help identifying 357 mod 19-5. I recently purchased a blued 357mag Mod 19-5. I am very curious when this beautiful 6 inch revolver was built, so maybe someone here can help. The serial number is not very clear either. It starts with a 3, then 9 or 0, then a 0, after this comes what seems to be an 8 and finally a 5 or a 6. Thank you …May 9, 2017 · RJay · #6 · May 12, 2017. Big Mak said: Roy Jinks owned Serial number 1 Mod 36. It is apparently in the S&W museum. When the BATF issues a new number it has the prefix BATF, Could be the gunsmith or gunshop just left off a letter. It should read BATF 11. RonJames. The Model 39 went on commercial sale in 1955. The Model 39 was a double action pistol. It was 7.44 inches long and weighed just 26.5 ounces empty with a four-inch barrel. It was a recoil-operated ...The only sure way to get a shipping date on a S&W is to spring for a factory letter. There is no internet source for S&W serial numbers, but you can find some good serial number/calendar year approximations in the back pages of The Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson (Supica and Nahas). The problem is that Smith never recorded …Maximum firing range. 47 meters. Feed system. 5-round cylinder. Sights. Fixed (1.875in or 2.125in barrel), Adjustable (1.875in (60-1), 3in & 5in bbl) The Smith & Wesson Model 60 revolver is a 5-shot revolver that is chambered in either .38 Special or .357 Magnum calibers. It was the first revolver produced from stainless steel .Sep 30, 2010 ... In 1952, at serial number 21,342, a square-butt option was offered. Numerous minor changes were made through the years, including the switch ...Smith and Wesson Serial Number Date of Manufacture J Frame Revolver Lookup. For models 36, 37, 38, 49, 50 and pre model number versions. Year-wise Serial NumbersSmith & Wesson Performance Center Model 586 L-Comp 357 Magnum Revolver. $1,173.49. Add to Compare. (12) Smith & Wesson Performance Center Pro Model 642 38 Special Revolver. $502.49. Add to Compare. (18) Smith & Wesson Model 629 Classic 5" 44mag Revolver.Feb 22, 2012 · Model 36 date and info. 12093 Views 11 Replies 8 Participants Last post by Randleman , Feb 25, 2012 Jump to Latest. R. Randleman Discussion starter · Feb 22, 2012. Just picked up a Model 36 with a 3" barrel. Everything I see on these shows either just numeric SNs or "J" prefixes. This one has a SN like a "K" frame (i.e. it is 56J9XX). As with the other 44, they were officially known as a model NT-430 but became the model 29 when S&W began stamping model numbers around serial number S184000. The other two are model K-22’s which became model 17’s (6” barrel) and model 18 (4”barrel) when model number stamping began.To find your Smith & Wesson's serial number, first locate the gun. On the frame of the gun, there should be a small metal plate with the serial number stamped on it. This plate is usually located on the side of the gun near the trigger guard. Once you have found the serial number, write it down or take a picture of it for reference.During 1969 the Hi-Power pistol Serial Number code was changed to a two digit year and "C" prefix. Serial Numbers for “T” prefix Hi-Power pistols exceeded T300000 and were shipped into 1970. Year ser. # PreFiX COde 1969 69C prefix before Ser. No. 1970 70C prefix before Ser. No. 1971 196471C prefix before Ser. No. 1972 72C prefix before Ser. No.J frame serial number confusion. I recently had a brief look at what I think is a Model 36, although I did not see a model designation. The grips appear to be original to the gun, the right panel is stamped with the s/n, but it is stamped 9XX Y. and the J is there, but not in line with the rest of the s/n. The numbers are stamped, not in pencil.This is a Pre-model 17 K-22 Masterpiece. For old S&W 22's listing it as a model K-22 is adequate for the model number. It should have "Made in USA" or a 4 line trade mark stamp like this one, stamped on the right side over the trigger guard. With a S&W logo on the right or left side just in front of the grips.Where the model number is on MOST Smith & Wesson revolvers, this gun has the number 39246 on it. Just above that number, there is what appears to be the letter "R". The cylinder drops out to the left, and on the cylinder face it has a small "S" and then a little over from that the number 127XXX.The "alphanumeric" - letters followed by numbers - serial numbers began in 1980. The S&W L frames, your Mod 586, were the first S&W's produced with this type of serial number. Yours then was produced in 1980-81 with some of that serial number as late as Oct of 1982. It's is very nice 357, one of the first ones too. GGFForester Lifetime Premium · #3 · Mar 3, 2013. Good morning and welcome to the forum. You have a .38 Military & Police Model of 1905 - 4th Change. This would become the Model 10 in 1957 and continues in production to this day. Literally more than a million made. Yours is in nickel and was made between 1915 and 1942 with a serial range of ...May 9, 2017 · RJay · #6 · May 12, 2017. Big Mak said: Roy Jinks owned Serial number 1 Mod 36. It is apparently in the S&W museum. When the BATF issues a new number it has the prefix BATF, Could be the gunsmith or gunshop just left off a letter. It should read BATF 11. RonJames. Oct 26, 2012 · S&W Model 39 and 39-2 Serial Numbers. I own a S&W 39-2 that my dad Purchased in the mid to late 80's while in the Coast Guard during the Carribean Drug Wars. It is all original and works beautifully, but I can't pinpoint the date. The Serial Number is A4441** I was wondering if anyone could help me pinpoint the date of manufacture for this ... Step 2. Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images News/Getty Images. Examine the surface of the S&W gun to find the serial number. Depending on what year it was made, the serial number could appear in various places, such as below the barrel on a revolver or on the bottom of the grip. Advanced Search Cancel Login / Join. What's New; Forum Listing; ... S&W Model 66 No Dash with a 1978-79 Serial Number. Jump to Latest Follow 28K views 11 replies 4 participants last post by legelegel Nov 28, 2017. legelegel Discussion starter 6180 posts · Joined 2014 Add to quote ... Smith and Wesson Model Specific. S&W Revolvers …Jan 14, 2017 · The Automatic Serial number range started in 1954 with SN 1001. This includes the pre-39s, 39s, 41s, 46s, and all that followed. The original production / sales of the automatic series took off slowly. Somewhere around SN 109xxx, started the A-prefix. In 1957, when S&W switched to numerical designations, it became the Model 36. The guns were blued, with case-hardened hammers and triggers, or nickeled. In 1952, at serial number 21,342, a square ...Smith and Wesson Serial Number Date of Manufacture J Frame Revolver Here is an Auction for a Model 60 without a J prefix. The Model 60 came out in the mid 60's I think. Smith & Wesson Model 60 Chiefs Special Here is an engraved Model 36 without a J prefix.(says made before 1969) Engraved Smith & Wesson Model 36This is why you get the curious pre-Model # designations. Most of the guns that got a model number had a pre-model number name. A pre-Model 36 is a Chiefs Special made before 1957. Smith & Wesson is definitely not Ford Motor Company. S&W constantly made small design tweaks on their guns, and thereby produced a multitude of variations in the ...You can use the Taurus website's Model Number Lookup System to get information about your gun; you'll just need to have the serial number handy. The Taurus website notes that there may not be any information available for older models, but you can always contact their customer service department for assistance. ... Smith & Wesson …The new value of a SMITH AND WESSON MODEL 36 pistol has risen $117.31 dollars over the past 12 months to a price of $646.54 . The used value of a SMITH AND WESSON MODEL 36 pistol has risen $8.90 dollars over the past 12 months to a price of $505.02 . The demand of new SMITH AND WESSON MODEL 36 pistol's has not changed over the past 12 months.S&W Model 19, .357 serial number question. I have a Model 19 in .357. I am trying to find a year and month of manufacture. It has the diamond grips. Under the grips, on the frame, there is a stamped 3 902xx. On the “swing arm” for the cylinder there are two sets of numbers. One is: 902xx D5. The second one is K 3439xx.Yes you most likely can determine ship date by the serial number if you have "The Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson" S&W doesn't really keep track of production dates, just the ship date Psalms 144:1 Blessed be the LORD, my rock, who trains my hands for war, my fingers for battle.Smith & Wesson Performance Center Model 586 L-Comp 357 Magnum Revolver. $1,173.49. Add to Compare. (12) Smith & Wesson Performance Center Pro Model 642 38 Special Revolver. $502.49. Add to Compare. (18) Smith & Wesson Model 629 Classic 5" 44mag Revolver.The M prefix was used exclusively on the .22/32 line of revolvers. These would include the Models 34, 35, 43, 51 and 63 (all of those except the Model 35 were Kit Guns). The M prefix came into use in 1969 and remained the sole sequence for this line of revolvers until the three-alpha numbers replaced them in 1983. Smith and Wesson model 36 - Revolvers at GunBroker.com : 915407246 $675 A used one made in 1973. Smith & Wesson Model 36 Revolver with Packmayer grips - Revolvers at GunBroker.com : 918346499 My opinion is that a low price would be $500 and a high about $750. I cannot tell from the picture how tight the gun is and that matters.Decoding the serial number on a Smith & Wesson firearm requires some research, as several codes were utilized for guns manufactured before and after World War Two. Reading the serial number is appealing for gun owners because the letters and numbers can reveal the year. Mar 17, 2009 I Bought a Smith & Wesson Model 36 with a lower …Dec 29, 2021 · Smith & Wesson Classic Model 36 J-Frame Chief's Special® .38 Special +P - Revolvers at GunBroker.com : 917618273. $406 A used one in fair condition. Smith and Wesson model 36 - Revolvers at GunBroker.com : 915407246. $675 A used one made in 1973. Smith & Wesson Model 36 Revolver with Packmayer grips - Revolvers at GunBroker.com : 918346499. Looking up an HP laptop model number based on a serial number is easy to do using an online tool provided by HP. If you have access only to a list of serial numbers for your company's laptops and you want to update an asset tracking databas...The Smith & Wesson Model 36 (also known as the Chiefs Special) is a revolver chambered for .38 Special. It is one of several models of J-frame revolvers. It was introduced in 1950, and is still in production in the classic blued Model 36 and the stainless steel Model 60.Aug 1, 2015 · Regular production began in 1996 w/the stainless Mod 60-10. Total production reported as 2136 blue steel models in SCSW up thru 1978 and serial numbered in the Mod 36 serial range as follows: • 312 in 1954-55, Pre Model 37 Airweight, 3 ½” barrel, reportedly but unconfirmed. These are not in the final count of 2136. 55 posts · Joined 2016. #1 · Oct 13, 2016. I'm purchasing a 7" Model 41, used. Got very lucky by mentioning to my LGS that someday I'd like to own one. Unknown manufacture date, I'm guessing it's less than 30 yrs old. Serial number TAN4921.Number 804 of a special run of 1,000 to honor the Texas Poker variant. ... Serial #ADV3796, .38 Special, 1 7/8 inch barrel with a bright, excellent bore. ... Smith & Wesson Model 36, 38 Special, 2" Barrel, Flat Latch, Diamond Grips, Round Butt, Mint Condition, with Correct Numbered Box, tools, Warrenty Card, No Manual, Circa 1962-1969!! ...Revolvers - The official serial number is located on the bottom of the butt of the frame. Some revolvers also have the serial number located on the inside of the frame, in the yoke area. ... Smith & Wesson discontinued these models and no longer has a parts inventory or offer repair service for these models. Numrich Gun Parts Corp 226 Williams ...The new value of a SMITH AND WESSON MODEL 36 pistol has risen $117.31 dollars over the past 12 months to a price of $646.54 . The used value of a SMITH AND WESSON MODEL 36 pistol has risen $8.90 dollars over the past 12 months to a price of $505.02 . The demand of new SMITH AND WESSON MODEL 36 pistol's has not changed over the past 12 months.SAFETY IS YOUR NUMBER ONE RESPONSIBILITY!!!! • At home, in the field, at the range, or anywhere, the first concern ... tain about any operational aspects of your firearm, please contact Smith & Wesson at 1-800-331-0852, ext. 4125 before proceeding with its operation. • If you are unfamiliar with firearms you should seek formal training ...Smith and Wesson Serial Number Date of Manufacture J Frame Revolver Lookup For models 36, 37, 38, 49, 50 and pre model number versions. Year-wise Serial Numbers 1950 = start at 1 1952 = 7369 - 21342 1953 = 28916 1955 = 55050 - 75000 1957 = 117770 - 125000 1962 = starts at 295000 1969 = ends at 786544 J serial Prefix Serial Numbers Sep 23, 2022 · Smith and Wesson Serial Number Date of Manufacture J Frame Revolver Here is an Auction for a Model 60 without a J prefix. The Model 60 came out in the mid 60's I think. Smith & Wesson Model 60 Chiefs Special Here is an engraved Model 36 without a J prefix.(says made before 1969) Engraved Smith & Wesson Model 36 Please contact our customer support representatives for the most up to date information. M&P 22 MAGNUM Manual - 3015933. M&P 5.7 Manual - 3015791. S&W CSX Manual - 3014738. Model S&W 500 and Model S&W 460 X-Frame Revolvers Manual - 3015365. M&P 9 SHIELD EZ Manual - 3013255.Looking up an HP laptop model number based on a serial number is easy to do using an online tool provided by HP. If you have access only to a list of serial numbers for your company's laptops and you want to update an asset tracking databas...The Smith & Wesson company was formed in 1852, in Norwich, Connecticut. The company's first offering was a lever-action repeating pistol. Moving forward from those beginnings, Smith & Wesson shaped innovations in the manufacturing of modern handguns. As of March 2011, Smith & Wesson offers ...Smith and Wesson Serial Number Date of Manufacture J Frame Revolver Lookup For models 36, 37, 38, 49, 50 and pre model number versions. Year-wise Serial Numbers 1950 = start at 1 1952 = 7369 - 21342 1953 = 28916 1955 = 55050 - 75000 1957 = 117770 - 125000 1962 = starts at 295000 1969 = ends at 786544 J serial Prefix Serial Numbers This handgun is a Smith & Wesson 38 Chief's Special Pre-Model 36. Carrying serial number 73556, the revolver is dated from 1955. The guns's metal and wood is in ...The grips are definitely 1920's versions and if the SN inside the right panel matches, the gun shipped between 1928 and 1930. The .38 M&P with a 4" barrel was the military revolver of WWII, AKA the Victory model. It was identical to your GF's gun except for barrel length and finish.Smith And Wesson Model 36 Serial Lookup Serial Numbers Are Located. Some serial numbers are located underneath the frame in front of the trigger guard. Look up the pistols full serial number -- including all letters and numbers -- in the back section of the Standard Catalog of Smith Wesson book. These listings inform you of the pistols …I own a S&W 39-2 that my dad Purchased in the mid to late 80's while in the Coast Guard during the Carribean Drug Wars. It is all original and works beautifully, but I can't pinpoint the date. The Serial Number is A4441** I was wondering if anyone could help me pinpoint the date of manufacture for this particular pistol. 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Per the Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson, model 36 serial numbers were 295000 in 1962 and 786544 in 1969. Rebluing would reduce value. Jim. laytonj1. September 24, 2018, 09:43 AM. ... Please help with serial number search. Have M-41 5 1/2" Number UBW47XX Question - Aprox year of mfg?RJay · #6 · May 12, 2017. Big Mak said: Roy Jinks owned Serial number 1 Mod 36. It is apparently in the S&W museum. When the BATF issues a new number it has the prefix BATF, Could be the gunsmith or gunshop just left off a letter. It should read BATF 11. RonJames.Revolvers - The official serial number is located on the bottom of the butt of the frame. Some revolvers also have the serial number located on the inside of the frame, in the yoke area. ... Smith & Wesson discontinued these models and no longer has a parts inventory or offer repair service for these models. Numrich Gun Parts Corp 226 Williams ...Check in to getting a Curio & Relic FFL license from BATF. It costs $30 for 3 years. I believe that gives you some added privileges in CA, but you need to ask someone out there if that is correct and what it does for you. I would look for a pre-war .38 M&P revolver. The long throw action is great for shooting.S&W Revolvers 1945 to Present. I can only guess that you guys get sick of this question but it appears that S&W serial number lookup resources are just non-existent. I can easily find the date of manufacture for my other guns but not my S&W. Oh well, I'll play the newbie card and lets see how hard I get trolled.In one known example a gun with serial S136431 was not shipped until June of 1958. It's possible that a large block of serial numbers that appear to be from 1954-55 were not actually used until 1957-58. It at least one case a gun has a 5-screw serial and was built as a 4-screw gun. N Series N Frames:Also, CTG is an abbreviation for cartridge, not a model name. The stamping just indicates the gun is chambered for the .38 Special cartridge. Model names didn't start until 1957. Until then, your model was known as the .38 Military & Police revolver as mentioned before. Guy.Manufacture Year by Serial Number "K" Frame Revolvers - 1899 to 1983: (Years/Serial Number Range) ... Smith & Wesson M&P Revolver - Model 10 ... 1956 smith and wesson k series 357 magnum. 2y. Dejan Ilijev. Hi to everyone, I both a S&W model 686, 4 inch barrel, serail number BEJ 7758, product code 104221, any ideas about a Y of production …Feb 3, 2017 · The "alphanumeric" - letters followed by numbers - serial numbers began in 1980. The S&W L frames, your Mod 586, were the first S&W's produced with this type of serial number. Yours then was produced in 1980-81 with some of that serial number as late as Oct of 1982. It's is very nice 357, one of the first ones too. GGF Serial number listings in the Bible suggest the your Model 36 was manufactured in either late-1988 or early-1989. You should be able to get an exact date by calling S&W Customer Service. They are very good about that. Value depends a whole lot on condition. Right now, prices are generally higher on most used handguns.Location: Richardson, TX. Posts: 7,523. The number you listed for the 10-5 is the assembly number, which is arbitrary and basically meaningless. The serial number of a Model 10 is found on the bottom of the grip frame. It will be a 6-digit number preceded by a "C" or a "D". The Model 19 is 1976 production.The Chiefs Special became the Model 36. The Terrier became the Model 32, and so on. This is why you get the curious pre-Model # designations. Most of the guns that got a model number had a pre-model number name. A pre-Model 36 is a Chiefs Special made before 1957. Smith & Wesson is definitely not Ford Motor Company.This smith & wesson revolver is a .38 special caliber. The serial number is S 8551XX. Here are the pictures, in one of these you can see the serial number, in the cylinder. Ahh. You are correct. Pictures help alot. That would be a post war 38 Military and Police (K frame pre model 10) made between 1945 and 1948. Jim.The actual serial number is 837J98. We are able to look up some serial number set in the 4th or 5th edition of the S&W catalog. Nice pea shooter you have there. Regards, Gearchecker. Teach them the truth, and let them sort thru the cobwebs of liberalism that have infested their minds.The N refers to the frame size. The stainless steel version of the Model 29 is the Model 629 which came out in 1980. I assume the hammer and trigger on yours are case-hardened and the ejector is blued. If so, you have a nickel revolver from the factory. There should be a “N” on the cyl. face.Earlier models ... See model 39-1 59 1971 introduced, no dash numbers used during production ... I called Smith when I first bought it used. They said it was .... 380 ACP serial number 870 - First year of production with barrel bushing. ... iver johnson shotgun serial number lookup, smith and wesson serial number lookup..Smith & Wesson Model 10 Serial numbers The first step is to find the serial number on your gun. This should be located on the frame, near the cylinder release latch. ... In this blog post, we will show you how to find your Smith & Wesson’s serial number and lookup its history using the company’s website. Smith & Wesson serial number To find ...Smith and Wesson Serial Number Date of Manufacture J Frame Revolver Lookup For models 36, 37, 38, 49, 50 and pre model number versions. 1950 = start at 1 1952 = …Serial numbers and model numbers on Model 66-2. I've got a Model 66-2, 2 1/2" and I'm curious about the numbers stamped on the gun. There's a 7 digit one on the butt, "241K###", there's a letter "F" stamped on the rear of the cylinder, and then on the crane there is "Mod.66-2" "CA19", and "641###" and on the barrel under the extractor …The serial # 42 *** it is stamped "smith & wesson springfield mass" on the top of the barrel. From the picture it appears to be Model One, 2nd Issue and the serial number of 42XXX confirms it. Serial numbers ran from 11672 in 1860 to 126361 in 1868. It was chambered for a 22 Rimfire Short blackpowder cartridge. JimAt a minimum give us the serial number, or at least the 3 letter prefix that forms part of the serial, from the bottom of the metal grip frame, the model number from inside the yoke cut with the cylinder open and the caliber (e.g., .38 S&W Special CTG). Pictures would really help if you can manage that. Guy.Jul 19, 2010 · 1 - 13 of 13 Posts. RJay · #2 · Jul 19, 2010. The Standard Catalog of Smith and Wesson lists the J frame numbers ending in 1962 with 295000 and in 1969 with serial number 786544. At the end of 1969 S&W went to a J prefix for the J Frame. If I were to guess the DOM I would say mid 1960's. Smith and Wesson had a fire and some manufacturing ... Manufacture Year by Serial Number "K" Frame Revolvers - 1899 to 1983: (Years/Serial Number Range) ... Smith & Wesson M&P Revolver - Model 10 ... 1956 smith and wesson k series 357 magnum. 2y. Dejan Ilijev. Hi to everyone, I both a S&W model 686, 4 inch barrel, serail number BEJ 7758, product code 104221, any ideas about a Y of production …Per the SCSW, the first year of production for the model 60 was 1965, the R serial number series for the model 60 started in 1969, and s/n R1152xx shipped in 1974-75. Also per the SCSW, the model 60 shared an all-numeric s/n series with the Chief Special until 1969, when the R s/n's started. FWIW I recently bought two model 60's, both in …Sometimes picking a winner is easy. Like now. Even though our third-place Taurus Model 85 and our second-place Colt Cobra were both worthy challengers, the classic Smith & Wesson Model 36 proved to be the best .38 Special of the bunch, easily capturing first prize in our inaugural TTAG revolver comparison. In fact, only on paper …Ok, here's one I just picked up. Smith and Wesson Model 36 (no dash) with adjustable sights with Serial # 391XXX. Help dating the gun would be appreciated. Sorry for the repeat post, but I think I was getting lost in the shuffle of the other thread.The Smith & Wesson Safety Hammerless or Smith & Wesson New Departure (nicknamed by collectors as the Lemon Squeezer) is a double-action revolver that was produced from 1887 to 1940 by Smith & Wesson. Based on the Smith & Wesson Model 2 double-action design, the revolver incorporated an internal hammer and an external grip …Smith and Wesson Model Specific. S&W Revolvers 1945 to Present. Model 34-1 serial number search. Jump to Latest Follow 13K views 4 replies 2 participants last post by kelpie13 Mar 19, 2013. kelpie13 Discussion starter 6 posts · Joined 2012 Add to quote; Share Only show this user #1 · Mar 18, 2013 ...In one known example a gun with serial S136431 was not shipped until June of 1958. It's possible that a large block of serial numbers that appear to be from 1954-55 were not actually used until 1957-58. It at least one case a gun has a 5-screw serial and was built as a 4-screw gun. N Series N Frames:Aug 16, 2014 ... A good resource for serial number history is Jim Supica's book "Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson", which I own but have loaned out. There ...The SW99 automatic pistols have their serial numbers stamped onto the gun’s frame at the rear, directly under the firing pin housing. Some Smith and Wesson revolvers have a duplicate serial number stamped inside the yoke, along with the gun’s model number. These numbers are only visible with the gun open. Revolvers …"Support" and "Serial Number Lookup"[^1^] or consult the ... number, as Smith & Wesson sometimes used overlapping serial numbers for different models[^2^].Smith & Wesson Model 10 Serial numbers The first step is to find the serial number on your gun. This should be located on the frame, near the cylinder release latch. ... In this blog post, we will show you how to find your Smith & Wesson’s serial number and lookup its history using the company’s website. Smith & Wesson serial number To find ...S&W Model 36 Serial # dating information. By Dan T, 2 years ago on Smith & Wesson. 3,125. I've carried this S&W Mdl. 36 for a long time now and really just trying to date it. About all I can find out is pre 1969 and post 1962, i'm guessing around 67-68 serial # 7197xx all numbers, no letter. Square butt under grips. The grips are definitely 1920's versions and if the SN inside the right panel matches, the gun shipped between 1928 and 1930. The .38 M&P with a 4" barrel was the military revolver of WWII, AKA the Victory model. It was identical to your GF's gun except for barrel length and finish.Page 227- Smith and Wesson serial number search Handguns: The Revolver Forum The Firing Line Forums > Hogan's Alley ... It's a .32 Hand Ejector 3rd Model. Serial numbers ran from 263001 in 1917 to 536684 in 1942. 338xxx would be early 1920's. ... September 6, 2012, 04:36 PM #5662: laytonj1. Senior Member . Join Date: …7168 posts · Joined 2011. #3 · Apr 12, 2012. Welcome to the forum. As grasshopper said pictures would help very much. Using that serial number and the fact that it is .32 cal and consulting the Standard Catolog of Smith & Wesson it may be a .32 hand ejector Model 30,31. Serial numbers 536685-712953 postwar 1946-1960. Regards,Jul 29, 2016 · This is a Military & Police model revolver made during WW II. The V (for Victory) prefix was introduced April 24, 1942 when the previous serial number range reached 999999. Between April 24, 1942 and August 27, 1945 S&W made 811,119 Victory models. Yours was made fairly early in the series, most likely around mid-1942. That is why you cannot find any information. It was only used, to my knowledge, on the large ("N") frame guns and around 1969 or 1970, the "S" prefix serial numbers ended and the "N" prefix started. Serial number sequences are articulated quite well the "The Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson". BruceThe Chiefs Special became the Model 36. The Terrier became the Model 32, and so on. This is why you get the curious pre-Model # designations. Most of the guns that got a model number had a pre-model number name. A pre-Model 36 is a Chiefs Special made before 1957. Smith & Wesson is definitely not Ford Motor Company.There is a 5-digit serial # in the crane area, and one-digit number before the J on the butt, and the butt serial is a 4-digit number. It has a diamond grip pattern and a pinned barrel. Can anyone help clear up my confusion?#1 · Dec 11, 2015 Thank you all for having me here. I am John from Michigan. I have a small collection of S&W firearms. I need help on my Mod. 36. The …The M prefix was used exclusively on the .22/32 line of revolvers. These would include the Models 34, 35, 43, 51 and 63 (all of those except the Model 35 were Kit Guns). The M prefix came into use in 1969 and remained the sole sequence for this line of revolvers until the three-alpha numbers replaced them in 1983.Ok, here's one I just picked up. Smith and Wesson Model 36 (no dash) with adjustable sights with Serial # 391XXX. Help dating the gun would be appreciated. Sorry for the repeat post, but I think I was getting lost in the shuffle of the other thread.Smith & Wesson Model 60. Another long-standing J-Frame has been the .22/.32 Kit Gun or Models 34 and 35. Debuting in 1953 these .22 LR revolvers with adjustable sights and either 2”, 4” or 6 ...Model 36 serial number and production date. Have a J frame 5 shot with 3 inch barrel that I am trying to identify when it was built. With cylinder swung out the yoke is stamped 36-1. The hammer main spring is coil type with center rod and ball on lower end instead of leaf spring. RH side plate has only three screws.9564 Views 8 Replies 6 Participants Last post by 95Bravo , Aug 9, 2022. W. wncshooting Discussion starter. 2 posts · Joined 2011. #1 · Oct 8, 2011. I just aquired a S&W model 37 airweight and I would like to find the date of manufacture. The serial number on the butt of the gun is 77J953 Any help sure would be appreciated,,,thanks.During 1969 the Hi-Power pistol Serial Number code was changed to a two digit year and "C" prefix. Serial Numbers for “T” prefix Hi-Power pistols exceeded T300000 and were …Hi all, doing a little research on a pistol which my wife's uncle is handing down to our son. Its a S&W, 6 shot 22 LR revolver, the right side of the barrel reads "22 LONG RIFLE CTG." All the serial numbers on the underside of the barrel, bottom of hand grip, and backside of the cylinder all match. The SN is: K210537.Ok, here's one I just picked up. Smith and Wesson Model 36 (no dash) with adjustable sights with Serial # 391XXX. Help dating the gun would be appreciated. Sorry for the repeat post, but I think I was getting lost in the shuffle of the other thread.Can someone post the site link, or a picture of date of manufacturer for S&W 34-1 M serial numbers. 40-caliber pistol, serial number C525075; Smith & Wesson model M460XVR .460-caliber revolver, ... Some serial numbers are located underneath the frame in front of the trigger guard.. Others are on the rear of the frame, above the gun's grip.The Smith & Wesson Model 36 (also known as the Chiefs Special) is a revolver chambered for .38 Special. It is one of several models of J-frame revolvers. It was introduced in 1950, and is still in production in the classic blued Model 36 and the stainless steel Model 60. The model 29 began using a 3 letter prefix in 1983 during production of the 29-3. It can't be a no dash model 29 and have a 3 letter prefix serial number. It also impossible to determine value without knowing the condition. A like new in box M29 no dash could be worth over $1800, while a poor condition 29-3 might only be worth $250.To help you navigate smith and wesson serial number stamped on a powerful ... Pics can call smith and wesson model 29. With ... The model number lookup.. SOLD FOR:$1,113. Make: Smith & Wesson Model: Model 29-2, the .44 Magnum Serial Number: N351620 Year of Manufacture: 1975-1976. Caliber: .44 Special ....Step 2. Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images News/Getty Images. Examine the surface of the S&W gun to find the serial number. Depending on what year it was made, the serial number could appear in various places, such as below the barrel on a revolver or on the bottom of the grip.2367 posts · Joined 2013. #3 · Aug 9, 2019. Please post a picture of the butt of the gun where the SN is located. The D prefix is not for the Model 64. The 1D prefix is for the 64. If it is a 1D SN the ship date would be somewhere between 1979 and 1980. Paul.55 posts · Joined 2016. #1 · Oct 13, 2016. I'm purchasing a 7" Model 41, used. Got very lucky by mentioning to my LGS that someday I'd like to own one. Unknown manufacture date, I'm guessing it's less than 30 yrs old. Serial number TAN4921.Also, CTG is an abbreviation for cartridge, not a model name. The stamping just indicates the gun is chambered for the .38 Special cartridge. Model names didn't start until 1957. Until then, your model was known as the .38 Military & Police revolver as mentioned before. Guy.The Model 36 was designed in the era just after World War II, when Smith & Wesson stopped producing war materials and resumed normal production. For the Model 36, they sought to design a revolver that could fire the more powerful (compared to the .38 Long Colt or the .38 S&W ) .38 Special round in a small, concealable package. That information will take a couple of years off of it. The 686 was in production from 1980 through 1985. The M is indicitive that it has been back to S&W for a recall that was put out in 1987. Here is a copy of the recall: SMITH & WESSON. MODEL 581, 586, 681, 686, or 581-1, 586-1, 681-1, 686-1 & 686CS-1, REVOLVERS.A replacement required specialized tools and parts to rivet it on. Now, replacing the firing pin is just a matter of pulling one pin, plucking the firing pin out, and putting the new one in. It's plug and play, super easy. On the hillary hole, the only real objection at this point is …Apr 7, 2013 · The "post 1983" and "36-1" comments really surprised me, considering how many times the 1971-72 "floating j" serial numbers have been discussed. I believe there was also another "floating j" s/n series in 1982-83, but of course these were not pinned barrel models. Smith And Wesson Model 36 Serial Lookup Serial Numbers Are Located. Some serial numbers are located underneath the frame in front of the trigger guard. Look up the pistols full serial number -- including all letters and numbers -- in the back section of the Standard Catalog of Smith Wesson book. These listings inform you of the pistols …The Smith & Wesson Model 10, previously known as the Smith & Wesson .38 Hand Ejector Model of 1899, the Smith & Wesson Military & Police or the Smith & Wesson Victory Model, is a K-frame revolver of worldwide popularity. In production since 1899, the Model 10 is a six-shot, .38 Special, double-action revolver with fixed sights. Over its long …However they both have a different number on the yoke and the crane. The first revolver is a K-22 masterpiece made in 1940. The serial # is 684xxx. The number on the yoke and crane is 19489. The second revolver is a K-38 masterpiece made in 1948. The serial number is K40xxx. The number on the yoke and crane is 27496.The new value of a SMITH AND WESSON MODEL 36 pistol has risen $117.31 dollars over the past 12 months to a price of $646.54 . The used value of a SMITH AND WESSON MODEL 36 pistol has risen $8.90 dollars over the past 12 months to a price of $505.02 . The demand of new SMITH AND WESSON MODEL 36 pistol's has not changed over the past 12 months. The Model 36 was designed in the era just after World War II, when Smith & Wesson stopped producing war materials and resumed normal production. For the Model 36, they sought to design a revolver that could fire the more powerful (compared to the .38 Long Colt or the .38 S&W ) .38 Special round in a small, concealable package. Hi Lemonsqueezer, With Smith & Wesson Revolvers there is not a direct link between the day a certain revolver was put together and the day it was shipped out the door. S&W only knows when it was shipped out the door by looking it up in the old record books or now computer records. Roy Jinks S&W Historian can look up the ship dates …Aug 12, 2022 · The serial number can be found on the frame, under the barrel, or on the grip. Another way to tell the age of a Smith and Wesson pistol is by looking at the markings on the gun. These markings will usually include the date of manufacture, as well as other information about the gun. Finally, you can also ask an expert to take a look at your gun ... Mar 30, 2022 · Wiregrassguy. Post pictures here including the serial number on the butt of the gun and someone will look up the shipping date. All we really need is the triple alpha serial prefix. With good, well lighted and sharp pictures, we can give you some idea of what it might be worth. S&WCA LM#2629 | Ex-Navy Vietnam Vet. The air and pellet gun line included the models: 77A, 78G, 79G and 80G. Should your Smith & Wesson air gun require parts and/or repairs, please contact: Bimrose Precision Airgun Repair is now located at: 13090 Navajo Road #3. Apple Valley, CA 92308. (760) 646-9108.Insert QuotesQuotes Post Reply. Enjoy banner ad-free browsing with Smith And Wesson Forums Plus. Learn more. Smith And Wesson Forums. Full Forum Listing. Explore Our Forums. S&W Revolvers 1945 to Present The Short Story Forum New Members Introduction The Armory S&W Revolvers 1857 to 1945.I Bought a Smith & Wesson Model 36 with a lower serial Number. IT is #78,xxx. I found A reference dating the debut of Square butt at serial #28,000 in 1953, but that is all I can come up with. Assuming steady production levels from the start of the 36 in 1951, That would put mine at '57 or '58.tober, 1960 when the Model 34 Kit Gun was produced using the complete “J” frame, which was slightly larger. It simpli-fied manufacturing, and the change was implemented at serial number 70,000. These J-frame revolvers are stamped “Model 34-1”. A new “M” serial prefix series was started in 1969, beginning with serial M1.Forums. S&W Revolvers 1945 to Present. I have the opportunity to purchase a SW Model 36 for $400. I have been looking for a square butt 36 for quite some time. Serial Number is J19XX. Has anyone seen a serial number that low? From what I'm reading, J1-J99,999 is 1969-1970.During 1969 the Hi-Power pistol Serial Number code was changed to a two digit year and "C" prefix. Serial Numbers for “T” prefix Hi-Power pistols exceeded T300000 and were shipped into 1970. Year ser. # PreFiX COde 1969 69C prefix before Ser. No. 1970 70C prefix before Ser. No. 1971 196471C prefix before Ser. No. 1972 72C prefix before Ser. No.I am looking at a model 36 S&W with the serial number in the 80,000 range. Does anyone know what the approximate year of manufacture is? With Winchesters and Colts, I have a book of serial number and manufacture dates. I haven't found a similar book for S&W.Okay, sounds like you have a "J" frame Centennial (model 40). The Standard Catalog of S&W only list the serial numbers as 1 thru 30160 from 1952 till 1971. To narrow it any further (short of getting the letter from S&W) you'll need to look for clues on the gun itself. 1. On the right side of the gun, there are screws holding in the side plate.. 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