3,271 satisfied customers. I have a Smith & Wesson 38 Special and I am looking for value and year. Serial 38662 Plain wood grips Frame stamped K 115786 above serial … read more. Firearms Instructor. Master's Degree. I have a Harrington and Richardson 38 S&W serial # XXXXX and a 22 S & W Serial #944.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 ...4. Do all Smith & Wesson revolvers have serial numbers? Yes, all Smith & Wesson revolvers are marked with a unique serial number. 5. Is there an online database to look up Smith & Wesson serial numbers? Yes, Smith & Wesson provides an online database on their official website that can help you determine the manufacturing year …Make: Smith & Wesson. Model: 39. Serial Number: 106175. Year of Manufacture: 1957-1969 (a later serial number was issued as a General Officer’s pistol in 1969) Caliber: 9mm Parabellum. Action Type: Double Action, Semi-Automatic, Removable Magazine Fed Pistol with Decocker Safety & Magazine Disconnect. Markings: The left side of the slide is ...Feb 12, 2016 · Model 39's ( not numbered) began production in 1954. The first group of 289 gun were produced for Military inspection and test trails. 927 Steel Frame guns were made in 1966. All steel frame guns have serial number prefixes beginning with the number #3. 82 of these gun were sent to the Illinois State Police for testing along with the new alloy ... 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 German Walther P-38 DA pistol impressed American ordnance personnel during World War 2. The Army Ordnance Corps issued a proposal for an American equivalent to the P-38. In 1949, Smith and Wesson began development of the Model 39 DA semi-auto in caliber 9x19mm Luger. Smith and Wesson began selling 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.The Model 19 was made in either a blue OR a nickel finish. ... mfg date of this Smith & Wesson .357 Magnum, model 686-3, stainless, 4” barrel.. LSB#: 110317WG14 Make: Smith and Wesson Model: 686-3 Serial Number: BBV6159 Year of Manufacture: 1989 Caliber: .357 Magnum Action Type: Revolver ....Jun 29, 2565 BE ... Today we take a look at a historic firearm, the model 39 by Smith and Wesson. Adopted by members of the Army and US Navy Seals during ...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. edit: just called S&W and they said first introduction of the model 41 was 1957 and the first serial number was 1401. so i can only guess that my gun was manufactured in 1957... The Smith & Wesson service rep gave you incorrect outdated information. According to Roy Jinks, S&W company historian, production of the model 41 started on 9/3/57. Gone was the Model 39’s checkered wooden grips, replaced with black plastic, protecting a 14-shot magazine well. Offering a 14+1 capacity, the Model 59 was still fairly light, at just 27-ounces ...The 39-2 seems to shoot better, at least for me. I've extensively fired the Model 59, and the 39 shoots much better, i.e.: much tighter groups. The curved back strap just seems to fit my hand better. One thing to look for is a pin punch mark on the front of the extractor. If it has the pin punch, then the gun has been upgraded with the improved ...My 629-6 is prefix CJE and was made late 2005. The -7 and -8 have always confused me. I have seen no definitive descrpiption of either one other than -7 was two piece barrel and -8 was slab side barrel. Both don't hold true when looking at examples online that appear to be same as a -6. Maybe someone with more knowledge of the 629 …FIGHT FOR YOUR RIGHTS: JOIN THE F.P.C! https://secure.anedot.com/firearmspolicycoalition/join_fpc_win_a_wilson_combat_beretta_92?sc=jan21beretta JOIN THE G.O...The Model 65 is a variant of the model 13 with a stainless steel finish. V2-I2. Barrel Length: 4. Bore condition: Excellent. Serial Number: 7D05699. SOLD Have one like this to sell? For sale is a Smith & Wesson Model 65-2 double action revolver in .357 magnum. Serial number- 7D05699. This Model 65-2 is in good condition and features a 4" heavy ...My 629-6 is prefix CJE and was made late 2005. The -7 and -8 have always confused me. I have seen no definitive descrpiption of either one other than -7 was two piece barrel and -8 was slab side barrel. Both don't hold true when looking at examples online that appear to be same as a -6. Maybe someone with more knowledge of the 629 …Finish blued or nickel, with checkered walnut grips. Rear sight was adjustable. Magazine capacity 8 rounds. Discontinued in 1982. The .30 Luger model is very rare and was mostly sold in Europe. Note: Add 150% for .30 Luger; 200% for early production—serial number 1001-2600. (100% premium for Pre-model 39.) Gun Type: Handgun.Aug 24, 2005 · 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. Welcome to the forum. The Model 64 began production in 1970 with a tapered pinned barrel. The 64-1 began production in 1972. The D prefix does not show on any Model 64 according to the Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson 3rd Addition. D510001-D659901 shows on Models 10,12,13,14 and 45 from 1973-1974.Model 39's were never issued to the Military. A few model 39's went to the Military for test and evaluation The numbers seem to vary but its Smith Wesson officially says 298 were produced for the testing and had markings of Quantico VA serial number range from 1001 to 2600 in 1954 and 1955 There was 927 Steel Frame 39's produced in …Nov 16, 2562 BE ... I inherited one from my dad when he passed along with a model 19-3 .357. The 39-2 is my bedside gun. With it there I feel like he's still ...Dec 6, 2022 · 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. SMITH & WESSON MODEL NO. 2 ARMY REVOLVER. This database was created in late 1960s. I maintained it until 1980 when I recovered from a two year hospital stay. At that time I turned all of the material over to John Otteman. John was in control of the project until 1996 when he turned all materials back to me. Serial Numbers were recorded at the time the order was sent out. We know that some guns sat in the safe for a considerable period of time before being shipped to a customer. The estimates found in the Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson are as close as possible with the information that we have. The Standard Catalog of S&W 4th edition is … A snub-nosed Smith & Wesson Model 629. Introduced in 1978, the Smith & Wesson Model 629 is a stainless steel version of the Model 29. The 629 model designation derives from Smith & Wesson’s practice of denoting a stainless steel version of one of their already existing designs by placing a 6 in front of the model number of the original weapon. 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.The smooth lines, transparent grips and unique guttersnipe sight left a lasting impression of the ASP. So lasting, that I am getting ready to build an ASP clone. As part of that process, I picked up the used Smith and Wesson Model 39-2 shown here. The 39-2 is like the 39, except it has a different extractor that uses a coil spring. The Smith & Wesson Model No. 2 Army a.k.a. Model No. 2 Old Model Smith & Wesson Revolver was Smith & Wesson's first .32 caliber revolver, intended to combine the small size and convenience of the Smith & Wesson Model 1 .22 rimfire with a larger caliber. Chambered in the .32 rimfire long caliber, its cylinder held 6 shots. According to published sources, 77,155 Model 2 Army revolvers were made. To date, the serial numbers on observed specimens have not substantiated this figure, 76,642 being the highest number noted. Unfortunately, the Smith & Wesson factory records for this period are incomplete and do not give a comprehensive picture of production.Dec 6, 2022 · 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. Apr 5, 2559 BE ... This beautiful first generation Smith & Wesson Model ... It's a "No dash" Model 39, indicating that the model number ... Smith & Wesson mod...Model 66 66 (1971): Stamping of each model. 66-1 (1977): Changed the gas ring from the yoke to the cylinder. 66-2 (1982): Eliminated pinned and recessed, slightly lengthened cylinder. 66-3 (1986): New yoke retention system/radius stud package/hammer nose bushing/floating hand.Smith & Wesson began selling the Model 39 commercially in 1955. The Model 39 was originally manufactured with an anodized aluminum frame, a curved backstrap and a blued carbon steel slide that carried the manual safety. SOLD Manufacturer: Smith and Wesson Model: Model 39-2 Serial Number: A166609 Caliber Info: 9mm Condition: 90% Metal …Smith and Wesson Model Specific. S&W Semi-Auto Pistols Forum Curious model 39 info ... i just seem to remember that the very first all steel models that were produced seemd to be 4 digit serial numbers and i though began in the 5000 range. Smith made about a hundred or so to test and evaluate as the ISP was going to go to them and …Newbie here, not familiar with forums at all, but have simple question. I have an SW model 39-2 9mm that I bought new in early 80's. The SN is A 412447. I would like to know the year it was manufactured but couldn't find out anything useful on the S&W home site. Any feedback appreciated.Jim K. 6388 posts · Joined 2009. #3 · Jan 29, 2010. The original 39 had a long extractor that was its own spring and going to the external extractor was the major change in the 39-2 (for reasons unknown, there was no 39-1). That is a fairly late gun; the last Model 39-2, serial number A747148, was shipped on Feb. 15, 1983.A model 19 .357 Magnum is built on a slightly larger K frame with adjustable sights and could have a 2 1/2". 3", 4", (5" rare), or 6" barrel with shrouded ejector housing but the vast majority were 4". They were introduced in 1955 and in 1957 S&W started using the Model designation Model 19. Sigma series – The serial number is located on the frame under the front of the handgun. SW99 – The serial number is located on the frame at the rear of the pistol. The Serial contains letter prefixes and numbers which are significant in outlining the manufacturing date. We have reviewed the numbers by the year of issue. Early guns (pre-Model 39) are different in the following respects to numbered models: smaller safety, short tang, long extractor, unique left grip, no trigger play spring and no model number stamping. Steel frame guns fall in the range of 39000 and 60000 - 64000 and again from 81000 - 82000. The very first group of guns shipped falls in the ... Smith & Wesson began selling the Model 39 commercially in 1955. The Model 39 was originally manufactured with an anodized aluminum frame, a curved backstrap and a blued carbon steel slide that carried the manual safety. SOLD Manufacturer: Smith and Wesson Model: Model 39-2 Serial Number: A166609 Caliber Info: 9mm Condition: …I looked in the Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson, and the semiauto serial number range shown on Page 401 for years 1973 to 1974 is A175001 to A235000. Your serial number seems to fall in the center … Finish blued or nickel, with checkered walnut grips. Rear sight was adjustable. Magazine capacity 8 rounds. Discontinued in 1982. The .30 Luger model is very rare and was mostly sold in Europe. Note: Add 150% for .30 Luger; 200% for early production—serial number 1001-2600. (100% premium for Pre-model 39.) Gun Type: Handgun. Mar 27, 2023 · My 629-6 is prefix CJE and was made late 2005. The -7 and -8 have always confused me. I have seen no definitive descrpiption of either one other than -7 was two piece barrel and -8 was slab side barrel. Both don't hold true when looking at examples online that appear to be same as a -6. Maybe someone with more knowledge of the 629 will chime in. 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 ...FIREARM HISTORY REQUEST. Smith & Wesson is excited to announce a new partnership with the Smith & Wesson Historical Foundation (S&WHF). The S&WHF will now be providing the Smith & Wesson letter of authenticity. A letter of authenticity can help bring new insight about the age, make and model of your firearm. To order a letter, …Welcome to the forums from the Wiregrass! That's a beautiful example of a .32 Single Action, Model 1-1/2! It was likely made around 1890. S&W made 97574 between 1878 and 1892. It was designed for black powder but can also shoot modern smokeless .32 S&W cartridges. The black powder cartridge produced a muzzle velocity of around 850 …The Hand Ejector, 2nd Models were given the military designation of Model 1917. All were fitted with 5-1/2-inch barrels, lanyard rings and smooth walnut grips. Finish and sights were the same as for the Brit’s contract revolvers. Production of Model 1917’s was enormous.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 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.Gone was the Model 39’s checkered wooden grips, replaced with black plastic, protecting a 14-shot magazine well. Offering a 14+1 capacity, the Model 59 was still fairly light, at just 27-ounces ...Details of 39-2. I purchased this 39-2 back in the 80's. I just would like some more details. Serial number is A169xxx. This indicates that it was produced 1972-3 time frame. The pistol has a nickel slide with a blue aluminum frame. On the right side of the slide is engraved 'Connecticut State Police, 75th Anniversary, 1903-1978'.Whether you own a Smith & Wesson pistol, revolver, rifle, or accessory, you can find the owner's manual you need on this page. Download the PDF file for free and learn how to use, maintain, and troubleshoot your firearm. You can also browse other products and resources from Smith & Wesson, an industry leading manufacturer since 1852.Here's how to aim for this gunmaker once more with a covered-call play. It's time for another round of Smith & Wesson (SWBI) . I targeted this iconic gunmaker in December and s...When Smith & Wesson adopted model numbers in 1957, the Chiefs Special became the Model 36. Smith & Wesson J-Frame revolvers have had your back since 1950. These small revolvers were designed to fire full power rounds and are as simple and easy to use as they are reliable. Available in various calibers and with three diverse hammer designs, it ...Here's how to aim for this gunmaker once more with a covered-call play. It's time for another round of Smith & Wesson (SWBI) . I targeted this iconic gunmaker in December and s...S&W 39. Winchester model 37. Winchester model 37A. Remington model 541 T. Remington Model 550-A. Remington Model 550-1. Remington Model 550-2G. Remington model 552. Remington model 572.SOLD - $450.00. Description: Smith & Wesson Model 39-2, 9mm pistol, alloy frame serial number A19957x. This is decent Model 39 with some very minor pitting on the slide. We would rate this about 85%. This firearm is part of large estate of consignment firearms that we are handling for the Administrator of the Estate.May 29, 2018 · Forester. 9953 posts · Joined 2009. #21 · Feb 27, 2021. Many people find the Ergonomics on the model 39 and 39–2 to be some of the most comfortable shooting guns they’ve had. I am one of those. My 39-2 fits my hand better than any gun I have ever shot. You are really going to like that gun but be gentle with it. Gone was the Model 39’s checkered wooden grips, replaced with black plastic, protecting a 14-shot magazine well. Offering a 14+1 capacity, the Model 59 was still fairly light, at just 27-ounces ...This is where Smith and Wesson entered into the competition, not that there was any real competition. S&W came up with the Model 39, and it was a single stack 8-round 9mm pistol, with an Aluminum frame and it weighted in at about 28-ounces. This was ground-breaking at the time, a full-sized 9mm handgun, that was lightweight, and it fired …S&W's Model 39. Written By Dave Anderson. Handguns. Semi-Auto. 18. Walther P38, the first 9mm DA service pistol (bottom). S&W’s 39 combines. the DA feature of the P38 …Smith & Wesson Model 539 Semi Automatic Pistol. This steel-frame semi-auto with eight-round magazine capacity was discontinued in 1983 after a production run of approximately 10,000 pistols. Smith & Wesson began their 9mm semi-auto line with the Model 39 in 1966. These initial pistols were built on steel frames, although later Model …Jun 28, 2563 BE ... Smith and Wesson 39 first look review. The Bucket's Pistol is on the bench.As of 2014, a Smith & Wesson .357 Magnum ranges in price from $1,079 to $1,559, depending on the model of the revolver. The most expensive magnum is the Model 627 V-Comp, and the c...Smith & Wesson began selling the Model 39 commercially in 1955. The Model 39 was originally manufactured with an anodized aluminum frame, a curved backstrap and a blued carbon steel slide that carried the manual safety. SOLD Manufacturer: Smith and Wesson Model: Model 39-2 Serial Number: A166609 …Frequently Asked Questions - Smith & Wesson Historical Foundation. What gun do I have? Where is my gun's serial number? And what are the other numbers stamped on it? If I …Desirable Devel Converted Smith & Wesson Model 39-2 Semi-Automatic PistolFrame manufactured in 1977-1978. Fixed front sight highlighted with red paint and a fully adjustable rear sight. The left side of the frame is stamped ".057" after the S&W serial number. Bobbed hammer, shortened barrel, and fluted slide. There is a hook added to the trigger …Squid Discussion starter. 94 posts · Joined 2018. #1 · Jun 22, 2021. Serial is N738416. Is the N for nickel or frame size? Its a four inch barreled nickel version. …The .38-caliber serial number range is from 241704-1000000. A continuation of .38 M&P Hand Ejector series. Built from 1905 to 1906. Available in 4-, 5-, 6- and 6.5-in. barrels. Finished in blue or nickel, with round or square butt. The .38-caliber serial number range 62450-73250, with about 10,800 produced. Note: Prices for the following four ...Smith & Wesson used overlapping serial number ranges until the 1950’s and 1960’s, when serial numbers started to include letters. It wasn’t until the 1980’s that serial numbers became unique across the entire company. To correctly identify your firearm, the best source of information is the Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson.To determine the age of your Smith & Wesson revolver, locate the serial number on the firearm’s frame, grip, or bottom of the handle, and then reference it to an online database or S&W’s customer support for manufacturing date verification. 1.FIGHT FOR YOUR RIGHTS: JOIN THE F.P.C! https://secure.anedot.com/firearmspolicycoalition/join_fpc_win_a_wilson_combat_beretta_92?sc=jan21beretta JOIN THE G.O...I'm currently looking for 39-2 nickel that I can use for a carry piece. Your S&W Model 39 (1957-1982) is valued at $600.00 USD NIB. If it's a steel frame Model 39 (only 927 made) its valued at $1,750.00 USD NIB. I would think it's a steel frame Model 39 as $550.00 USD for a firearm in 1959 was a bundle.The Smith & Wesson Company was founded in 1857. From the start, it was a company whose bread and butter products were revolvers. ... Thank you. I own a new, never fired model 39-2 that has a serial number indicating it was made in 1971. I shot on the 101st Airborne pistol team at Ft. Campbell, KY and also the 3rd Army pistol team at Ft.Benning ...Yes, sounds like that's exactly what it is. The K-38 Target Masterpiece became the Model 14 when Smith switched to the numbered model system in 1957. I gather that the serial number is correct but the 14-2 model designation is not. Yours is (or should be) the so-called "4-screw" type, which has the screw at the front of the trigger …Advertisement Intense study in the field of serial murder has resulted in two ways of classifying serial killers: one based on motive and one based on organizational and social pa...The first is a Model 29-2 serial number N320xxx. My research puts that gun in the 1975-76 production year. The other is a 6 1/2" barreled 29-2, blue, with serial number N280xx. ... A forum community dedicated to Smith & Wesson firearm owners and enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about performance, gunsmithing, troubleshooting, …Hello, I have just been given this model 38 airweight by my grandpa as a birthday gift. He told me he bought it new in box roughly 15-20 yrs ago. I would like to know if anyone can offer some assistance on dating this gun because I do not have much knowledge of the S&W brand. Serial number from the bottom of the handle is 929XXX.Smith & Wesson began selling the Model 39 commercially in 1955. The Model 39 was originally manufactured with an anodized aluminum frame, a curved backstrap and a blued carbon steel slide that carried the manual safety. SOLD Manufacturer: Smith and Wesson Model: Model 39-2 Serial Number: A166609 …Gone was the Model 39’s checkered wooden grips, replaced with black plastic, protecting a 14-shot magazine well. Offering a 14+1 capacity, the Model 59 was still fairly light, at just 27-ounces ...Smith and wesson model 39-2 serial numbers
I am seeking serial number info my pistols: Model 39-2 Serial number: A660393 Model 41 Serial number: A631512 Thanks, Step . Save Share. Like. ... A forum community dedicated to Smith & Wesson firearm owners and enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about performance, gunsmithing, troubleshooting, reviews, accessories, …Locate the serial number on the left side of the pistol's frame. The standard location for the serial number is above the trigger guard. Some serial numbers are …The Smith & Wesson model 39-2 9m/m semi-auto wasintroduced in 1954, in the traditional double-action configuration.It had an alloy (anodized) frame, and a carbon steel slide, 8-shotmagazine, and a 4" barrel. ... What is the value of and what year was the smith and Wesson model 392 with serial number a620598 It has light brown wood …Smith & Wesson Pre Model 39 9mm 1st Year Production LOW SERIAL NUMBER ANIB. Description: Built in the first year of production this fabulous Pre Model 39 is equipped with the original blue and anodized finish and checkered walnut grips. The gun is virtually AS-NEW and is complete in the original numbers matching box with the sales …The Smith & Wesson Company was founded in 1857. From the start, it was a company whose bread and butter products were revolvers. ... Thank you. I own a new, never fired model 39-2 that has a serial number indicating it was made in 1971. I shot on the 101st Airborne pistol team at Ft. Campbell, KY and also the 3rd Army pistol team at Ft.Benning ...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 ...Smith & Wesson serial number. To find your Smith & Wesson’s serial number, first locate the gun. On the frame of the gun, there should be a small metal … Walther P38, the first 9mm DA service pistol (bottom). S&W’s 39 combines. the DA feature of the P38 withthe Browning tilt-lock system (center). A 3rd. Gen. S&W 6906 follows the 39 design but in compact size, high mag. capacity and stainless construction. In 1946 Carl H. Hellstrom was elected president of S&W. An enthusiastic and energetic man ... This Model 39-2 Devel conversion is numbered "B050" to the right of the original serial number. Provenance: The Dr. Robert Azar Collection. Rating Definition: Excellent, retaining 99% satin nickel finish with no sign of carry or usage. Grips are excellent also, as shortened by Devel and retain the original sharp checkering. Mechanically excellent.Smith & Wesson began selling the Model 39 commercially in 1955. The Model 39 was originally manufactured with an anodized aluminum frame, a curved backstrap and a blued carbon steel slide that carried the manual safety. SOLD Manufacturer: Smith and Wesson Model: Model 39-2 Serial Number: A166609 Caliber Info: 9mm Condition: … Here’s the bottom line for your pistol: If it was actually made in 1955, it is a rare gun and it will not be model stamped as a Model 39. I still think you got the April 15, 1955 date off the inside bottom of the box and it is completely unrelated to the gun’s date of manufacture. If you provide the serial number from your pistol, I can ... 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. Feb 12, 2016 · Model 39's ( not numbered) began production in 1954. The first group of 289 gun were produced for Military inspection and test trails. 927 Steel Frame guns were made in 1966. All steel frame guns have serial number prefixes beginning with the number #3. 82 of these gun were sent to the Illinois State Police for testing along with the new alloy ... 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.S&W serial numbers are always stamped on the butt frame of their revolvers. It is usually stamped on the bottom but may be sometimes stamped on the forestrap. More recent models also have the serial stamped in the yoke cut that can be seen with the cylinder open, like on your 66-2. Your gun was made in 1984 or 85. According to published sources, 77,155 Model 2 Army revolvers were made. To date, the serial numbers on observed specimens have not substantiated this figure, 76,642 being the highest number noted. Unfortunately, the Smith & Wesson factory records for this period are incomplete and do not give a comprehensive picture of production. 25266 posts · Joined 2012. #2 · Jan 24, 2022. Welcome to the forums from the cotton and peanut covered plains of the Wiregrass! • 29-2 1962 Improved cylinder stop implemented, eliminate trigger guard screw. - 1968 Delete diamond around screw escutcheon on grip. - 1969 Change to N serial prefix at serial S333454.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 ... Image. Sold Item. $850.00 - New Old Stock OTHER MODEL 9MM LUGER SMITH & WESSON 39-2 4 INCH " BARREL. Sold Location: Terre Haute, IN 47803. Sold Date: 1 week ago. $500.00 - Used 9MM LUGER SMITH & WESSON / S&W MODEL 39-2 4" DA/SA SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL NO CA 230923DC002. Sold Location: Simi Valley, CA 93065. Sold Date: 3 months ago. Find Smith & Wesson Model 39-2 parts and accessories today with Numrich Gun Parts. ... 40, 10, 45 SERIES, CS9, 39-2 SMITH & WESSON . Firearm Mfgr: ... Smith & Wesson serial number. To find your Smith & Wesson’s serial number, first locate the gun. On the frame of the gun, there should be a small metal …Smith & Wesson Model 539 Semi Automatic Pistol. This steel-frame semi-auto with eight-round magazine capacity was discontinued in 1983 after a production run of approximately 10,000 pistols. Smith & Wesson began their 9mm semi-auto line with the Model 39 in 1966. These initial pistols were built on steel frames, although later Model …I am seeking serial number info my pistols: Model 39-2 Serial number: A660393 Model 41 Serial number: A631512 Thanks, Step . Save Share. Like. ... A forum community dedicated to Smith & Wesson firearm owners and enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about performance, gunsmithing, troubleshooting, reviews, accessories, …A model 19 .357 Magnum is built on a slightly larger K frame with adjustable sights and could have a 2 1/2". 3", 4", (5" rare), or 6" barrel with shrouded ejector housing but the vast majority were 4". They were introduced in 1955 and in 1957 S&W started using the Model designation Model 19.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 compan...Smith & Wesson used overlapping serial number ranges until the 1950’s and 1960’s, when serial numbers started to include letters. It wasn’t until the 1980’s that serial numbers became unique across the entire company. To correctly identify your firearm, the best source of information is the Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson.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 lowe...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.Jun 29, 2565 BE ... Today we take a look at a historic firearm, the model 39 by Smith and Wesson. Adopted by members of the Army and US Navy Seals during ...That number is also found on the rear face of the cylinder and the flat underside of the barrel. It also appears in a couple of other places, but it is harder to see. A postwar K-22 with no Model designation will have a serial number with a K prefix. As the owner of 646390, I'll take a run at that one.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 ...Smith & Wesson Semi-Auto Pistols ... Model 61-2 Escort. posted by Retired W4 Yesterday (03-11-2024, 04:06 PM) Today 09:36 AM by sceva. 6: 256: ... Serial number prefix. posted by Centex Bill 02-25-2024. 02-26-2024 12:14 PM by SonofaGunsmith. 3: 259: Page 1 of 2: 1: 2 > Display Options: Currently Active Users:Sep 27, 2023 · Your serial number indicates that your Smith and Wesson model 39-2 was made in the year 1976. What is the age of a smith and Wesson model 14-4 serial number 22k0636? With the serial number that you have provided,your Smith and Wesson model 14-4 was made in the year 1977. The Smith & Wesson 39-2 is a semi-automatic handgun and second generation of the Model 39. This short recoil pistol is chambered in 9mm, made with a steel frame, and weighs well under 2 pounds ...This Model 39-2 Devel conversion is numbered "B050" to the right of the original serial number. Provenance: The Dr. Robert Azar Collection. Rating Definition: Excellent, retaining 99% satin nickel finish with no sign of carry or usage. Grips are excellent also, as shortened by Devel and retain the original sharp checkering. Mechanically excellent.A model 19 .357 Magnum is built on a slightly larger K frame with adjustable sights and could have a 2 1/2". 3", 4", (5" rare), or 6" barrel with shrouded ejector housing but the vast majority were 4". They were introduced in 1955 and in 1957 S&W started using the Model designation Model 19.Probably 1975 but just a guess. The Model 14-3 was produced btw 1967 and 1977. My Model 14-3 was shipped 9/69; s/n K8766xx. Nice shooter for an old guy like me. here it is with my 1951 K-38. I like the magna stocks better than the target stocks. my first day at the range with it.Oct 2, 2016 · 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: Details of 39-2. I purchased this 39-2 back in the 80's. I just would like some more details. Serial number is A169xxx. This indicates that it was produced 1972-3 time frame. The pistol has a nickel slide with a blue aluminum frame. On the right side of the slide is engraved 'Connecticut State Police, 75th Anniversary, 1903-1978'.The .38-caliber serial number range is from 241704-1000000. A continuation of .38 M&P Hand Ejector series. Built from 1905 to 1906. Available in 4-, 5-, 6- and 6.5-in. barrels. Finished in blue or nickel, with round or square butt. The .38-caliber serial number range 62450-73250, with about 10,800 produced. Note: Prices for the following four ...An item’s model number helps identify the type of product issued by a manufacturer, whereas a serial number designates an individual item with a unique code. Businesses use part-nu...Traditional double action 9mm caliber pistol. Manufactured originally with steel frame and steel slide until number 927 (1954-1966). At that point the Model 39 became the Model 39-2 and was manufactured with a steel slide and alloy frame until 1983 when production of the Model 39 ceased. Duty then is the sublimest word in the English language.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 …Serial Killer Sanity - Serial killer sanity is often questioned when determining the motive of the murders. Find out how serial killer sanity is diagnosed. Advertisement For some ...Dating a Smith and Wesson model 39. This gun's been in the family since new. I'd like to get all the information I can, without spending the $50 on a letter. Hoping a kind soul with …Smith & Wesson Model 539 Semi Automatic Pistol. This steel-frame semi-auto with eight-round magazine capacity was discontinued in 1983 after a production run of approximately 10,000 pistols. Smith & Wesson began their 9mm semi-auto line with the Model 39 in 1966. These initial pistols were built on steel frames, although later Model …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 …Apr 23, 2022 · 20617 posts · Joined 2012. #11 · Sep 4, 2021. Sounds like those are the assembly numbers, used by the factory to keep fitted parts together through the finishing process. The 19-2 was made from 1961 until 1967, then they went to the 19-3. Your serial number will start with a K. 12614 posts · Joined 2013. #1 · Nov 4, 2019 (Edited) Smith & wesson model 39-2 Pics added. Just got off the phone with Cherry's Fine Guns (cherrys.com) to purchase a S&W 39-2. They say it's in 98% but it looks like it needs a good cleaning. The Pic is on their website if you want to take a look. The price is $375+ $25 for shipping.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 1983.4. Do all Smith & Wesson revolvers have serial numbers? Yes, all Smith & Wesson revolvers are marked with a unique serial number. 5. Is there an online database to look up Smith & Wesson serial numbers? Yes, Smith & Wesson provides an online database on their official website that can help you determine the manufacturing year …First generation models use a 2 digit model number, second generation use 3 digits, and third generation models use 4 digits. The second generation version of the Model 39 …Here's how to aim for this gunmaker once more with a covered-call play. It's time for another round of Smith & Wesson (SWBI) . I targeted this iconic gunmaker in December and s...The S&W Model 39 was never made of stainless steel. This clearly is a Model 39, so the finish is something that looks like stainless, but the pistol has either a carbon steel frame or an aluminum frame. Based on the serial number, I believe it is a standard alloy frame pistol. It has been given a finish that I suspect is MetaLife, which closely ...Elon Musk is not backing down from its promise to produce 5,000 Model 3s per week this summer. The numbers are in, and Tesla fell short of its Model 3 production target—again. The ...Squid Discussion starter. 94 posts · Joined 2018. #1 · Jun 22, 2021. Serial is N738416. Is the N for nickel or frame size? Its a four inch barreled nickel version. …Welcome to the forum. The Model 64 began production in 1970 with a tapered pinned barrel. The 64-1 began production in 1972. The D prefix does not show on any Model 64 according to the Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson 3rd Addition. D510001-D659901 shows on Models 10,12,13,14 and 45 from 1973-1974.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.Dating a Smith and Wesson model 39. This gun's been in the family since new. I'd like to get all the information I can, without spending the $50 on a letter. Hoping a kind soul with …Double Action 32. The Model 2 in .32 S&W was made in 5 iterations. The initial version was a batch of 30 revolvers that were the first of such made by Smith & Wesson with a …I would guess by the serial that the gun does not have a trigger guard screw (front of the trigger guard). S&W has made millions of them (still in production) starting in 1899. A picture would help with value but depending on location and condition, $250-$400. My friends call me 'M ick'.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.www.tacostactical.comJun 22, 2019 · Model 39's were never issued to the Military. A few model 39's went to the Military for test and evaluation The numbers seem to vary but its Smith Wesson officially says 298 were produced for the testing and had markings of Quantico VA serial number range from 1001 to 2600 in 1954 and 1955 There was 927 Steel Frame 39's produced in in 1966 and are not to be confused with the early test guns ... The Model 65 is a variant of the model 13 with a stainless steel finish. V2-I2. Barrel Length: 4. Bore condition: Excellent. Serial Number: 7D05699. SOLD Have one like this to sell? For sale is a Smith & Wesson Model 65-2 double action revolver in .357 magnum. Serial number- 7D05699. This Model 65-2 is in good condition and features a 4" heavy ...When Smith & Wesson adopted model numbers in 1957, the Chiefs Special became the Model 36. Smith & Wesson J-Frame revolvers have had your back since 1950. These small revolvers were designed to fire full power rounds and are as simple and easy to use as they are reliable. Available in various calibers and with three diverse hammer designs, it ...04-05-2013 03:49 PM. Model 36 I Serial Number dating. Hobbleswolf. S&W Revolvers: 1961 to 1980. 3. 10-25-2009 12:57 PM. Hello, I have a model 66 in near mint condition with original blue box, serial number on gun matches serial number on box. Looking to find when it was made and how much it maybe worth.Traditional double action 9mm caliber pistol. Manufactured originally with steel frame and steel slide until number 927 (1954-1966). At that point the Model 39 became the Model 39-2 and was manufactured with a steel slide and alloy frame until 1983 when production of the Model 39 ceased. Duty then is the sublimest word in the English language.Double Action 32. The Model 2 in .32 S&W was made in 5 iterations. The initial version was a batch of 30 revolvers that were the first of such made by Smith & Wesson with a …Jun 9, 2017 · 286 posts · Joined 2011. #2 · Jun 9, 2017. Dolf, the number you are looking at is NOT the serial number, it's the factory assembly number, used to keep the major parts of the revolver together for final fitting. The correct serial number will be stamped on the butt of the revolver. You will have to remove the stocks to see it. The “V” prefix on the serial number indicates it is a victory model, Smith and Wesson made these for the British Commonwealth countries in .38 S&W/.38-200, value depends on too many factors to state a price, check out the bluebook of gun values.In 1966, S&W decided to complete those steel framed S&W Model 39, and 927 of them were incorporated into production. Three serial number ranges were used for these, the first in the 35,000 – 39,000 range, the second in the 60,000 – 64,000 range, and the last in the 81,000 – 82,000 range. If you have one of these, it’s a desirable .... Soundboard realm of darkness