Shade00
Member
CajunBass: 1978-79. Model 19s aren't so common in nickel.
Identity and Date of Manufacture of S&W Revolvers
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CajunBass
Member
Thanks Shade. 'preciate it. No pictures yet, but someday, maybe.
My wife thought the S/N was kinda neat.
My wife thought the S/N was kinda neat.
Pa.Bill
Member
Fergy35
Member
New (to me) S&W 640
I am curious about my new 640. Hopefully you will have some information on it.
Model: as stated, 640
Caliber: .357 magnum
Serial #: CCT94**
Finish: Stainless
Barrel: 2-1/8"
Stock: RB
Box has a "Spec. Ord." number of 8156 on it.
I am curious about my new 640. Hopefully you will have some information on it.
Model: as stated, 640
Caliber: .357 magnum
Serial #: CCT94**
Finish: Stainless
Barrel: 2-1/8"
Stock: RB
Box has a "Spec. Ord." number of 8156 on it.
Shade00
Member
Pa.Bill: It definitely is an outstanding firearm. That serial # puts it 1978-79.
Fergy35: My guess is early-mid 1998.
Fergy35: My guess is early-mid 1998.
KarenTOC
Member
Wow - my first day as a member and I get the the answer to the question that was my reason for joining in the first place!
1) .38
2) 2"
3) square butt
4) 6 shots
5) fixed sights, assuming that means they're not adjustable
6) sn D8074xx
7) model 10-5
hope i can find a similar thread for colts
1) .38
2) 2"
3) square butt
4) 6 shots
5) fixed sights, assuming that means they're not adjustable
6) sn D8074xx
7) model 10-5
hope i can find a similar thread for colts
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Shade00
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KarenTOC: Your Model 10-5 was likely built in 1974-75.
Check www.proofhouse.com for Colt serial # information. The site does not contain serial #s for many newer models, but it is one of the best free resources.
Check www.proofhouse.com for Colt serial # information. The site does not contain serial #s for many newer models, but it is one of the best free resources.
KarenTOC
Member
Thanks, Shade00. Appreciate the info.
-Buzz-
Member
What a great thread. I've got two:
.38 special
1 7/8"
round butt
5 shot
fixed sights
serial number 5101xx
model 36
I inherited the above model 36 from my grandfather. It came with a blue S&W box and grips with the diamond. I think the box is close to the same period with the wrapper, but the S/N doesn't match the gun. I'd guess 1950's or 1960's, but don't really know.
.38 special
1 7/8"
round butt
5 shot
serial number R762xx
model 60
I've had this one close to 20 years and I bought it used. It didn't come with a box.
Thanks!
.38 special
1 7/8"
round butt
5 shot
fixed sights
serial number 5101xx
model 36
I inherited the above model 36 from my grandfather. It came with a blue S&W box and grips with the diamond. I think the box is close to the same period with the wrapper, but the S/N doesn't match the gun. I'd guess 1950's or 1960's, but don't really know.
.38 special
1 7/8"
round butt
5 shot
serial number R762xx
model 60
I've had this one close to 20 years and I bought it used. It didn't come with a box.
Thanks!
Shade00
Member
-Buzz-: Your 36 was produced somewhere in the mid-60s. To get anymore specific you would need a S&W letter. Your Model 60 was produced somewhere between 1970-73.
-Buzz-
Member
Awesome. Thanks for the info.
That model 60 is older than I thought. Still... I have more carry time with it than any other gun I own.
That model 60 is older than I thought. Still... I have more carry time with it than any other gun I own.
Shade00
Member
TurboJeff: Your model 36 is not likely a 36-2. Serial number 591892 with no prefix would put its production in the mid-late 60s. The 36-2 designation as not used until 1988.
Chromed Victory info?
38 S&W Special CTG
4"
square/Checkered S&W Medallion
6 shot
fixed
V2414## With ordnance symbol before it
I know that this is a Victory 38, but it's chromed, any info you can provide will be appreciated. It was my Grandfathers.
38 S&W Special CTG
4"
square/Checkered S&W Medallion
6 shot
fixed
V2414## With ordnance symbol before it
I know that this is a Victory 38, but it's chromed, any info you can provide will be appreciated. It was my Grandfathers.
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Brian Williams
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Welcome to THR, moving to the DOB thread.
bflobill_69
Member.
a) .38 special
b) 6" bbl length
c) round grips
d) 6 slot cylinder
e) fixed front and rear
f) 82xx
g) Looks like a K frame - but not sure
Nickel Plated... listed on left side of barrel ".38special and US Service CTGS"
Thats all I have - will try to get picture up in immediate future...
I was told it was a correctional facility officers from the western PA (pittsburgh) area.
Bflobill_69
b) 6" bbl length
c) round grips
d) 6 slot cylinder
e) fixed front and rear
f) 82xx
g) Looks like a K frame - but not sure
Nickel Plated... listed on left side of barrel ".38special and US Service CTGS"
Thats all I have - will try to get picture up in immediate future...
I was told it was a correctional facility officers from the western PA (pittsburgh) area.
Bflobill_69
Shade00
Member
Sorry guys, it's finals week, so I'm having a hard time keeping up with everything that needs to be done. I made law review though, so that's one good thing to come of this week.
jwood: A Victory model would have been manufactured between 1942-45.
cwauth1: Gonna need more information to date this one. Number of rounds and other pertinent information from the first post will help immensely.
bflobill 69: My guess is that your gun is a .38 Military & Police 1st Model, or the Model of 1899 Army-Navy. A 4-digit serial # puts production sometime between 1899 and 1902.
jwood: A Victory model would have been manufactured between 1942-45.
cwauth1: Gonna need more information to date this one. Number of rounds and other pertinent information from the first post will help immensely.
bflobill 69: My guess is that your gun is a .38 Military & Police 1st Model, or the Model of 1899 Army-Navy. A 4-digit serial # puts production sometime between 1899 and 1902.
Shade00
Member
Hi Annie-O. I don't believe the number you provided is the serial number. The 640 in .38 special was produced 1989-1996, and during that period, the first three characters of the serial number would be letters. To find the serial number you will need to take the grips off of the gun and look on the butt of the gun. Let us know what you find.
Shade00
Member
Annie-O: BFV serial puts DOB somewhere around late 1990.
