The information you’ll get from a Smith and Wesson serial number lookup will depend on the source. It may include details like model name, date of manufacture, and caliber. Most sites will also tell you if the gun was stolen or reported lost.In today’s fast-paced world, it’s essential for businesses to efficiently manage their inventory and track product information. One effective way to do this is by utilizing a seria...Welcome to the forum amigo, from the Old Pueblo! According to the standard catalog of Smith and Wesson, 4th edition, you 34 was shipped between 1969-1971. Hope this helps. Pain is guaranteed, suffering is up to you. Reactions:Birdhunter6, Oldgungeezerand jonesy814.Showing stamped nomenclature on barrel unique to model 28. The Smith & Wesson (S&W) Model 28, also known as the Highway Patrolman, is an N-frame revolver chambered for the .357 Magnum cartridge, in production from 1954 to 1986. It is a high quality matte-finished bead blasted version of the S&W Model 27 .February 20, 2024 by Nick Oetken. The value of a .357 Dan Wesson Magnum can vary depending on its condition, age, and any special features or accessories it may have. On average, these revolvers can range in price from $500 to $1500 or more, with some rare or collectible models fetching even higher prices. Contents [ show]Area Code: 605. $1,095.00. Smith & Wesson Model Pre 27 357 Magnum In Scarce 5 Inch Barrel. GI#: 102655325. This Smith & Wesson 357 Magnum Post War Pre 27 was produced around 1954. The pistol's serial number is S- 139378. It has the 5 Inch pinned barrel chambered to shoot the 357 Magnum cartridge.serpentine my swsc says 1989 your s&w model 5906 was manufactured hope this helps now how about some pictures. NRA Patron Life. serpentine. S. serpentine Discussion starter. 44 posts · Joined 2012. #3 · Jul 16, 2012. Thanks for this info. I just cleaned it, so I guess pictures will be forthcoming.Serial Killer Motives - Serial killer motives often center around childhood neglect and abuse. Learn about some of the possible serial killer motives and serial killer theories. Ad...18060 posts · Joined 2011. #2 · Dec 22, 2021. The serial number is on the heel of the grip. Model is 66-2. Other marks are probably production marks used to coordinate operations within the factory. There is considerable hand work on these revolvers. Others may have more specifics about the production coding. Cheers!12071 posts · Joined 2009. #27 · 3d ago. This is NOT a .357, not even an N-frame, but a K-Frame Masterpiece from 1949 with a modified Patridge front sight. I had the opportunity to buy a very close-in-serial number 'clone', which had an untouched Patridge front sight at the time of my purchase, but foolishly I didn't buy the pair.S&W Mod 66-2 Manufacture Date. 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.357 MAGNUM. $ 1179. View. Since 1852 we’ve been an industry leading manufacturer of pistols, revolvers, rifles, and shooting accessories. We continue to bring innovative firearms to market that meet the needs of every shooter and deliver on exceptional quality with a brand you’ve learned to trust.Dec 22, 2021 · 18060 posts · Joined 2011. #2 · Dec 22, 2021. The serial number is on the heel of the grip. Model is 66-2. Other marks are probably production marks used to coordinate operations within the factory. There is considerable hand work on these revolvers. Others may have more specifics about the production coding. Cheers!Although 1989 is not out of the question for your 686 since S&W did not ship in serial number order, 1949 or 50 is absurd for a Model 60 and reflects extreme ignorance of the model's history. The Model 60 began production in 1965, just as Google said. The modern Smith & Wesson company no longer cares about its history.The Smith & Wesson Model 60, the world's first stainless steel revolver, was a success since its introduction in 1965. Praised by both law enforcement and sportsmen, the Model 60 was a stainless steel version of the Chiefs Special®; and began the era of stainless steel handgun production. The Model 60 is the perfect choice for those seeking a ...December 4, 2011, 11:55 AM. Serial number S 8435xx. It's a .38 Military & Police which became the Model 10 when S&W began assigning model numbers in 1957. The short 2" barrel makes it more desirable to collectors. Serial numbers ran from S811120 in 1945 to S999999 in 1948.18060 posts · Joined 2011. #2 · Dec 22, 2021. The serial number is on the heel of the grip. Model is 66-2. Other marks are probably production marks used to coordinate operations within the factory. There is considerable hand work on these revolvers. Others may have more specifics about the production coding. Cheers!1907 - 1908. The serial numbers ranged from 00001 to 150000 and were a continuation of the large frame auto ejector third model. 1909-1913. The serial number range was approximately 150000 to 289000. There was an overlapping of the serial numbers on the higher range since old barrels were used with new frames.The 141K562 is the serial number and it dates the gun to 1982. That was also the year that the Model 19-5 was introduced. As a dash five, it will lack the barrel pin and the counter-bored that appeared on all earlier variants of the Combat Magnum. A nickel plated Model 19-5 with 4" barrel would be a fairly popular item today.Location:Clearwater, FL. Posted January 21, 2019. 1992 according to appendix B of the 4th edition of Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson. Engineering changes: 686-3 1988 New yoke retention system. 686-4 1993 Changed rear sight leaf, drill & tap frame, change extractor, introduce Hogue grips.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:Model 19-3 Serial Number 4K797xx. Hi Guys - New Member but long time collector and shooting enthusiast. Several years ago I purchased a S&W Model 19-3 357 from a friend and it's since become my wife's favorite. It's in beautiful condition and has one of the smoothest triggers on any revolver I own. I've been searching the forum to try to get ...Serial number lookup - 25-2, 14-4, 14-6 and 629. Jump to Latest Follow ... A forum community dedicated to Smith & Wesson firearm owners and enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about performance, gunsmithing, troubleshooting, reviews, accessories, classifieds, and more!44 MAGNUM. $ 1349. View. Since 1852 we've been an industry leading manufacturer of pistols, revolvers, rifles, and shooting accessories. We continue to bring innovative firearms to market that meet the needs of every shooter and deliver on exceptional quality with a brand you've learned to trust.It became the Model 28 in 1957. There are model number marked and non model number marked 4 screw HPs. The 28-2 HP came about in 1961 with the elimination of the trigger guard screw. Around 1982, the pinned barrel and recessed cylinder were discontinued and it became the 28-3. It was dropped from the catalog in 1986.How to find the model number of your Smith & Wesson Revolver. Swing out the cylinder , check behind the yoke on the frame for a MODEL NUMBER. Model numbers began in 1957-58. So if there is no model number then your revolver may be older than 1957-58. In this case we can possibly still find the part you need wiThe standard location for the serial number is above the trigger guard. 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 numbers in the Smith & Wesson serial numbers are random numbers. References. Smith & Wesson; Frequently; 2011 ;The 19-5 series started in 1982 and ended in 1988 with the introduction of the 19-6. A serial number of AUN3343 would indicate a 1987 (I would guess May/June) time frame. Enjoy your revolver. Your revolver will love shooting 38 specials but clean it well before using 357 Magnums (9X33MM R)The standard location for the serial number is above the trigger guard. 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 numbers in the Smith & Wesson serial numbers are random numbers. References. Smith & Wesson; Frequently; 2011 ;Warranty claims should state the model and serial number of the firearm concerned and the description of the difficulty experienced. It is recommended that shipments be insured by the owner, since Smith & Wesson will accept no responsibility for loss or damage in transit. ... Smith & Wesson will repair, without charge, for the lifetime of the ...Dec 12, 2015 · 6K views 12 replies 9 participants last post by WendyZXZ Jan 7, 2021. P. PopeyeSix Discussion starter. 1 post · Joined 2015. #1 · Dec 12, 2015. I just picked up a Model 60 (no dash number) with the serial number AWC7892. Can anyone tell me the date of manufacture?The site I used was apparently for "repaired" firearms. I will contact Smith and Wesson. I just acquired a 19-4, my understanding is they were made mid 70s - early 80s. Thank you for the direction. The Model 19-4 began in 1977. The range of 19-4's I have cataloged (their s/n's) is 20K24xx - May 78 to 123K0xx - Dec 85.Smith & Wesson L-Frame revolvers are built to suit the demands of the most serious firearms enthusiast. Available in six and seven shot cylinders, the L-Frame has a strong, durable frame and barrel built for continuous Magnum usage. As police officers and hunters will attest, this firearm is made to withstand heavy use.Browse Search Ask. 686 Serial Number Help. By cundiff5535, 11 years ago on Smith & Wesson. 686 Serial Number Help. 3,400 3.4K. ... Second, with that serial number, you probably have a Model 686-4 and it probably came with Hogue grips. ... I have a smith n wesson 686 357 with a six inch barrel with ...#1 · Sep 4, 2013. Hello, 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 …5238 posts · Joined 2011. #2 · Jun 3, 2015. Hi Bob, and welcome to the forum. The serial number of your gun is on the bottom of the grip on the butt. A Model 29-2 serial number should start with a "N" prefix - example: N 68337. Double check and list the correct serial number.For long guns manufactured in the early 1980's, please contact the following dealers for parts and service. 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 Lane. Kingston, NY 12401. (886) 686-7424.That is a very nice looking 586. I am guessing but I think you are correct on the manufacture date. I would think late 1980 or early 1981 maybe. Hopefully someone will chime in with a more precise date for you. If per chance that you would have the original box it would gave the shipping date on the end label. Congrats on a great acquisition.Get the latest news and updates on products, news, and events. Required to accept terms and conditions. Since 1852 we’ve been an industry leading manufacturer of pistols, revolvers, rifles, and shooting accessories. We continue to bring innovative firearms to market that meet the needs of every shooter and deliver on exceptional quality with ...In 1958 the 357 magnum was assigned the model number 27. Many would call your revolver a pre model 27. Take care of it. Those 3.5' model 27's are worth pretty big money. Most nice onessell for over $1200, and yours is nice. Psalms 144:1 Blessed be the LORD, my rock, who trains my hands for war, my fingers for battle.FIREARM HISTORY REQUEST. Smith & Wesson is excited to announce a new partnership with the Smith & Wesson Historical Foundation (S&WHF). The S&WHF will …A few examples of appraisal values for SMITH AND WESSON 357 Search our price guide for your own treasures Smith & Wesson Model 13-2 357 Magnum sn: 8D45350 3" BBL, mint condition overall, in original factory box with paperwork, possibly unfired. ... Smith & Wesson low serial number Model 19-3 revolver, .357 Magnum, commemorating the 150th ...J. JackHurst Discussion starter. 1 post · Joined 2018. #1 · Jul 24, 2018. I was wondering if anyone would have any information on the date for a S&W Model 36 with a 3" barrel with SN: J872175 The most I could find was that Smith began using the J prefix in the serial number in 1969. 1.4K views 16 replies 12 participants last post by Covey87 Sep 19, 2014. 3. 32boom Discussion starter. 2 posts · Joined 2014. #1 · Mar 27, 2014. Greetings to all. I have a 5906, serial # TDF XXXX and was hoping to find out the year manufactured. Have not shot it yet, just picked it up tonight . . . Like.25K views 10 replies 7 participants last post by gtronin Apr 12, 2015. C. curtis41 Discussion starter. 1 post · Joined 2012. #1 · Aug 19, 2012. Smith and Wesson 686. Serial Number is AJM4xxx. Price on the original box is $245.The serial number and the model number are different. The serial number is unique to each individual revolver and does not directly reveal the model. 6. Where else should I look for the model number if I can’t find it? If you can’t locate the model number on the expected areas, you may need to disassemble the revolver to reveal hidden ...Ammo Capacity: All J-frame .38 Special and .357 magnum revolvers have a five-round capacity. K-frames all have six. L-frames can hold six or seven shots depending on the model. Older N-frame designs have a six-round capacity but the newer ones hold eight.The SN's will get you in the ballpark as far as manufacture date goes, but S&W uses the "ship date" as the gun's birthday. You can request from the Smith & Wesson historical Foundation a letter (costs $100) and they will research the gun and tell you the ship date and who it was originally shipped to, who will be a dealer or wholesaler.The yoke is stamped MOD. 18-3. The serial number above it matches the serial number on the butt frame. 9K91539. Blued with 4"barrel, adjustable sights, square butt. My understanding is there weren't any 18-3 357 magnums produced that 18-3 models were all 22 calibers. I know this one was produced in 1976.1 post · Joined 2022. #1 · Dec 6, 2022. Hello, I just acquired a Smith and Wesson model 13-2. If I'm looking at the correct numbers, the serial number is D1609756. Is there a way to find the date of manufacture for this beauty. It appears to have never been fired, and in almost excellent condition and I'm trying to catalog it for my collection.Does anyone have or know of a website or link for S&W pistol serial number lookup? As I’ve got a 686-4 I’m looking for date of manufacture on as well as potential value.Are you curious about the history or authenticity of a product? Do you want to ensure that the item you’re purchasing is genuine and not counterfeit? If so, then a serial number lo...The five-shot revolver features a short 1.875-inch barrel, which contributes to a compact overall length of 6.6 inches and an empty weight of 14.2 ounces. Lightweight and simple to use - nothing protects like a BODYGUARD. Crimson Trace® Integrated Red Laser. MA Compliant, 10 lb. Trigger Pull. Pinned Front Sight.Smith And Wesson Model 41 Serial Number Range. The Serial Number should be N605XXX.Block numbers N580,000-N700,000 was used by S&W for their ’N’ frame revolvers in 1979. Source (s): Block ...18060 posts · Joined 2011. #2 · Dec 22, 2021. The serial number is on the heel of the grip. Model is 66-2. Other marks are probably production marks used to coordinate operations within the factory. There is considerable hand work on these revolvers. Others may have more specifics about the production coding. Cheers!Model 37: The .38 Chiefs Special Airweight. Caliber: .38 S& W Special. Double-action revolver built on the J alloy frame with five screws, 5-shot fluted alloy cylinder with a nominal length of 1.53", originally built with an alloy frame and an alloy cylinder weighing 10-3/ 4 oz., later built with steel cylinder.The 141K562 is the serial number and it dates the gun to 1982. That was also the year that the Model 19-5 was introduced. As a dash five, it will lack the barrel pin and the counter-bored that appeared on all earlier variants of the Combat Magnum. A nickel plated Model 19-5 with 4" barrel would be a fairly popular item today.Hi gulfcoastgorilla, The S&W M&P 32 WCF / 32-20 series had their own number series 1-144xxx (1899-1940) thus a 6 digit Serial number 1111xx would be late 1920s. Hi gflester1, Your 32 WCF /32-20 Military & Police revolver is probably from the 19teens to early 1920s.You can see the 5-screw configuration (three on the side plate, one under the grips, one on the trigger guard). The inside of the barrel and cylinder are very nice. FYI: The .357 Magnum are the grandchildren of the famous .357 Registered Magnum and the Prewar .357 Magnum Non-Registered. The pre-27 was introduced in 1950 while the pre-28 was ...Enjoy! The SCSW [Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson] oversimplifies several of the K serial ranges. The 9K numbers were used over a period of three years, 1976-78, as follows: 1976: 9K1 to 9K13999. 1977: 9K14000 to 9K83999. 1978: 9K84000 to 9K99999. Hence, 9K887xx would have been serialized in 1978.Well for starters, on the right side of the revolver check the number of screws, one at the top by the hammer, another above the grip. two more around the trigger guard and the last one just above the front of the trigger guard, for a total of 5-screws. This will identify the revolver as a 357 Magnum pre-model gun, prior to 1957. . .There's not much difference in the serial number info between the 3rd & 4th editions. If you're you're mainly interested in serial numbers for pre 2007 S&W's, then the 3rd Edition will be fine and you can download or read it here: Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson - Free eBooks Download. Conrad. NRA Endowment Member. S&WCA #1830.Morning All -. I'd appreciate any advice -. I purchased a S&W 64-3 in .357 back in the late 80's. Recently in conversations it has come up that S&W did not make a .357 in the model 64-3. So I contacted Smith directly and was told that indeed, based on the serial number I provided, I have a .38 spl - course the gun in my hands says S&W 357 ...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.on a S&W revolver, the true serial number, stamped on older or engraved on newer, is located on the butt of the revolver, the model number and may include a "dash" followed by the version (and sometimes a duplicate and/or partial serial number) is located on the inside yoke of the frame, the same area where inspection and recall modification ...The site I used was apparently for "repaired" firearms. I will contact Smith and Wesson. I just acquired a 19-4, my understanding is they were made mid 70s - early 80s. Thank you for the direction. The Model 19-4 began in 1977. The range of 19-4's I have cataloged (their s/n's) is 20K24xx - May 78 to 123K0xx - Dec 85.Nov 17, 2019 · 21090 posts · Joined 2012. #5 · Nov 17, 2019. Injunbro, I have a 686-6 with fired cartridge envelope date in 2009, and another dash 6 with the 2015 date I posted above, and dash 6 is the current revision of the 686. Psalms 144:1 Blessed be the LORD, my rock, who trains my hands for war, my fingers for battle. Sworn Member of The Ballistic ...1. Using the Smith and Wesson Serial Number Lookup. The easiest way to identify the year of manufacture for a Smith and Wesson firearm is by using their online serial …Look down at the bottom and you will see Product with a number under it. Next is Serial# (with a number under it too) and just to the right of the serial# (in smaller numbers) are four (maybe 5) numbers. That is your M&P's Birthday. Example: One of mine is 8240. The first number is the year "8" = 2008.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 ...The easiest way to identify the year of manufacture for a Smith and Wesson firearm is by using their online serial number lookup tool. This tool will provide you with the model and year of manufacture based on the serial number entered. 2. Decoding the Serial Number.Although 1989 is not out of the question for your 686 since S&W did not ship in serial number order, 1949 or 50 is absurd for a Model 60 and reflects extreme ignorance of the model's history. The Model 60 began production in 1965, just as Google said. The modern Smith & Wesson company no longer cares about its history.81 posts · Joined 2019. #1 · Jan 21, 2019. I have an S&W 686-3 purchased in January 1993, serial number BJC7XXX. Can someone tell me it's manufacture date? I believe it was made right before the 686-4 was introduced since mine came with a Hogue rubber grip and my information indicates the Hogues were first supplied on the -4 guns.The 686 no dash you reference, by the advanced serial # (AJV) would indicate manufacture in '85/'86, about the time the -1's were coming out. In "very good" condition it should be about $375, depends on area of the country of course, could go much higher especially in todays "buying frenzy" market. $300 should be more than a fair deal, on the ...Identifying features: This is where to look for the model number (not used until around 1957). Sometimes the serial number is here, especially in later models. Earlier models have them here: S&W revolver names before World War II. Name Caliber Frame. .22 Hand Ejector Ladysmith 22 Long M. .22/32 Target 22 Long Rifle I.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.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.June 16, 2014 - 3:00 pm. I have a friend, wanting to trade me his Dan Wesson 357. He can't seem to find the model number. But believes it to be a 15-V8. I have attached a couple pics he sent me. The barrel says Dan Wesson arms 357 magnum CTG and the frame Dan Wesson arms monsoon mass USA and the serial number 151827.81 posts · Joined 2019. #1 · Jan 21, 2019. I have an S&W 686-3 purchased in January 1993, serial number BJC7XXX. Can someone tell me it's manufacture date? I believe it was made right before the 686-4 was introduced since mine came with a Hogue rubber grip and my information indicates the Hogues were first supplied on the -4 guns.Most of us are familiar with so-called “famous” serial killers, like Ted Bundy, the Zodiac Killer, the Night Stalker and the Golden State Killer. Some are so famous they have their...Abby'sDad. 19-3 was made between 67 and 77. From your serial number, my reference says 1976. “Life should not , June 16, 2014 - 3:00 pm. I have a friend, wanting to trade me his Dan Wesson 357. He can't, S&W Model 28-2 Serial number N194450. That would be a 1973 gun. Th Model 28-2 Highw, This is s new in the wood case Swith & Wesson 50th Anniversary Model 27 The First M, Your 586 was made around 1982. As far as barrels go, eBay or gunbroker.com will usual, 2164 posts · Joined 2009. #2 · Jan 14, 2018. Hi Guy. Welcome to the for, Where is the serial number located on my handgun? Revolvers - , This is my first time on this forum, and I'm ho, For long guns manufactured in the early 1980's, 23355 posts · Joined 2010. #3 · Jan 30, 2017. Shipped in 1980. Actual , 13902 posts · Joined 2009. #1 · Aug 11, 2013. DATING A S&, AFAIK S&W has not made any factory SS revolvers cham, Hi. The Model 65-3 was made from 1982 until 1988 (or late 1987, Prior to 1982, SN's had a letter and 5 or 6 digits. The lett, Year made. | Smith And Wesson Forums. S&W Model 10-6. Year , Model 34-1 M frame information. Hey guys, first time pos, 357 MAGNUM. $ 1179. View. Since 1852 we've been an indus, WCCPHD. 2132 posts · Joined 2012. #13 · Jan 1, 2021. My first .