Identity and Date of Manufacture of S&W Revolvers - Page 194

The Doc · February 27, 2013, 08:19 AM

a) caliber - .22LR
b) bbl length - 2 inches
c) grips shape - round
d) number of shots/cylinder bores - 6
e) type of sights - Ramp fore sight, adjustable rear sight
f) serial number - M 1687XX
g) Model number - 34-1

Thanks.

magpie2 · February 27, 2013, 08:20 AM

Radagast,
That was very informative.
Good advise about GunBroker - will do.
Thanks you!

Radagast · February 27, 2013, 06:45 PM

the Doc:
Your Model 34-1 .22/32 Kit gun was manufactured in 1981.

The Doc · February 27, 2013, 08:41 PM

Thank you Radagast.

RJTravel · February 27, 2013, 11:20 PM

How 'bout a mod 649, ser #AFN27**?

Radagast · February 28, 2013, 05:06 AM

RJTravel:
Your Model 649 .38 Bodyguard Stainless was manufactured in 1984. As the Model 649 was released in 1985, yours must be one of the first.

slimpickens · February 28, 2013, 05:23 PM

S&W 629-6, .44 magnum
Stainless
Three inch barrel
White Outline Rear, Red Ramp Front
Serial number____CRA78XX

S&W 624 .44 Special Lew Horton
Stainless
Contoured factory grips--wood
Three inch barrel
W/O, Red Ramp front
Serial number ___ALW54XX

Thanks In Advance

RJTravel · February 28, 2013, 06:06 PM

Thanks Radagast. Good to know - still works well, think it's a keeper.
RJ

Radagast · March 1, 2013, 05:20 AM

slimpickens:
The Model 629-6 sounds like one of three special runs for RSR distributors in 2003, these were respectively:
Model 629-6 Trail Boss Unfluted, 3 inch barrel, red ramp, white outline, Hogue grip, satin stainless, internal lock, unfluted cylinder, smooth trigger, semi-target hammer, lanyard loop.
Model 629-6 Trail Boss Fluted, 3 inch magna-ported barrel, red ramp, white outline, Hogue grip, satin stainless, internal lock, fluted cylinder, smooth trigger, semi-target hammer, lanyard loop.
Model 629-6 Trail Boss Deluxe Anniversary, 3 inch Magna-ported barrel, red ramp, white outline, Altamont wood grips, bright polished stainless, internal lock, fluted cylinder, smooth trigger, semi-target hammer, aluminum case.

It may be a later build however, as the 2003 serial range was roughly CFSxxxx to CHDxxxx, although special runs tended to run out of serial number order.

The Model 624 Lew Horton Special was produced 1985-1987, with 5000 manufactured. Know serial ranges were AHTxxxx & ALWxxxx. My guess is 1986 year of manufacture for your gun, but possibly shipping 1987.

slimpickens · March 1, 2013, 06:51 AM

Radagast: Thank you Sir. Great Help

AndrewX · March 1, 2013, 12:35 PM

Radagast

I have a 4" model 624, serial number AHB44xx.

Would you know when it was made?

Thanks in advance!

Radagast · March 2, 2013, 12:52 AM

AndrewX:
Guns in the AHCxxxx range shipped in January 1986, so within a month either side of that is likely.

AndrewX · March 2, 2013, 10:37 AM

Thank you!

Brian Adams · March 2, 2013, 12:52 PM

Hi! I am a new member so I hope I post correctly. I have 2 S&W's that I am very proud of.

.357
4"
square
6rnd
fixed
e11b46xx
13-3 nickel

.357
4'
6rnd
adjustable
9k199xx
19-3 nickel

and for giggles I also have one from WAAAYY back in the day

.38ctg
4"
6 rnd
fixed
6307xx from bottom of butt BUT the number stamped behind wheel is 280xx
38.ctg nickel

OK.. Now I hit post...

mc_frenchie · March 2, 2013, 03:31 PM

Looking for date of mfg ?

a) .44 mag - caliber
b) 8 3/8" - bbl length (from cylinder to muzzle)
c) square - grips shape (round or square)
d) 6 - number of shots/cylinder bores
e) adj rear sights - type of sights.
f) 3313011 - serial number, and if there is a letter in front of or anywhere near the s/n on the bottom of the grip
g) 29-2 - Model number if it is under the crane.
That number, if it is the s/n, should come from the butt of the grip (or under the barrel or face of the cylinder).
Thanks
mc frenchie

Radagast · March 2, 2013, 07:14 PM

mc_frenchie:
The Model29-2 .44 Magnum was manufactured from 1962 to 1992. Serial numbers had either an S or an N prefix.
If the serial number is S313011, then it was manufactured 1968 or 1969 in the serial range S305000 to S329999.
If the serial number is N313011, then it was manufactured in 1975 or 1976, with 1975 being more likely.

Brian Adams:
The Model 13-3 .357 Magnum Military & Police Heavy Barrel was manufactured from 1982 to 1988. The serial number should be in the ranges 9D44501 to 30D9291, or AAA0000 to BBTxxxx. The number you have quoted does not match those and may be an assembly number, used to track parts in the factory. Check the number on the bottom of the grip frame and get back to me.

Your Model 19-3 Combat Magnum was manufactured in 1976.

Your 3rd gun if marked ".38 S&W Special CTG" is a .38 Military & Police Model of 1905 4th Change manufactured in 1930 or 1931. Serial number 632132 shipped in January 1931.
If marked ".38 S&W CTG" then it is a .38/200 British Service Revolver manufactured in 1940 using an old stockpiled frame.

Brian Adams · March 2, 2013, 07:57 PM

Mr. Radagast,
The number on the bottom of 13-3 is ACE7720
The old one IS "special ctg" do Jan. 1931
Great to know my 19-3 is from 1976!!

Thank you so much for taking the time to look these up! Brian

Radagast · March 3, 2013, 12:31 AM

Brian Adams:
Mid 1983 for your 13-3. ABLxxxx shipped January, ADExxxx shipped October.

Brian Adams · March 3, 2013, 08:02 AM

Radagast,
Again, Thank You! I am truly enjoying this this site! So much USEFULL onfo on here! Brian

MrTrolleyguy · March 5, 2013, 09:45 PM

a) 357
b) 4
c) square
d) 6
e) red ramp - not pinned, rear adj.
f) BPB2425
g) 686-4

a) 357
b) 2.625
c) round
d) 6
e) red ramp, pinned - rear adj.
f) CNE1133
g) 686-6

Radagast · March 6, 2013, 03:49 AM

MrTrolleyguy:
Your Model 686-4 Distinguished Combat Magnum Stainless was manufactured in 1993.
Your Model 686-6 Distinguished Combat Magnum Stainless was manufactured after 2004, which is the last year that the Standard Catalog of S&W gives serial ranges for. My guesstimate is around 2010, but a call to S&W customer service should give you the shipping date - it was manufactured well after they went to computer records.

pikid89 · March 7, 2013, 08:52 PM

.357
4"
Square
6 shot
Red insert Ramp, adjustable rear
BJD2148
686-3

Radagast · March 8, 2013, 03:40 AM

pikid89:
1991.

TwoWheelFiend · March 8, 2013, 01:19 PM

A) .22 lr
B) 4"
C) square
D) 6
E) adjustable
F) 1166XX
G) 34-1
Can't get a picture up from my phone

Radagast · March 8, 2013, 05:23 PM

TwoWheelFiend:
No Need. Your Model of 1953 .22/.32 Kit Gun / Model 34-1 was manufactured between 1965 & 1969, serial range for those years was 108087 to 135464.
If the grips are original and have a un-checkered diamond around the grip screws, the 1968 or earlier. If no diamond then 1968 or 1969.
If the cylinder release is flat, the 1965 or 1966. If the cylinder release is concave then 1966 to 1968.

February 27, 2013, 06:45 PM	#4828
Radagast Member Join Date: December 24, 2002 Posts: 3,377	the Doc: Your Model 34-1 .22/32 Kit gun was manufactured in 1981. __________________ If you're 6'4" 360, with the scraggly beard wearing a kilt, I think you can leave the guns at home. Just throw on your tartan, grab the nearest sledgehammer, and chase the bad guy down on foot while yelling "REMEMBER WILLIAM WALLACE!!!" If he stops before he hits the state line, splatter him - MGshaggy

February 28, 2013, 05:06 AM	#4831
Radagast Member Join Date: December 24, 2002 Posts: 3,377	RJTravel: Your Model 649 .38 Bodyguard Stainless was manufactured in 1984. As the Model 649 was released in 1985, yours must be one of the first. __________________ If you're 6'4" 360, with the scraggly beard wearing a kilt, I think you can leave the guns at home. Just throw on your tartan, grab the nearest sledgehammer, and chase the bad guy down on foot while yelling "REMEMBER WILLIAM WALLACE!!!" If he stops before he hits the state line, splatter him - MGshaggy

February 28, 2013, 05:23 PM	#4832
slimpickens Member Join Date: January 29, 2010 Posts: 53	Birthdate Please. S&W 629-6, .44 magnum Stainless Three inch barrel White Outline Rear, Red Ramp Front Serial number____CRA78XX S&W 624 .44 Special Lew Horton Stainless Contoured factory grips--wood Three inch barrel W/O, Red Ramp front Serial number ___ALW54XX Thanks In Advance

March 1, 2013, 05:20 AM	#4834
Radagast Member Join Date: December 24, 2002 Posts: 3,377	slimpickens: The Model 629-6 sounds like one of three special runs for RSR distributors in 2003, these were respectively: Model 629-6 Trail Boss Unfluted, 3 inch barrel, red ramp, white outline, Hogue grip, satin stainless, internal lock, unfluted cylinder, smooth trigger, semi-target hammer, lanyard loop. Model 629-6 Trail Boss Fluted, 3 inch magna-ported barrel, red ramp, white outline, Hogue grip, satin stainless, internal lock, fluted cylinder, smooth trigger, semi-target hammer, lanyard loop. Model 629-6 Trail Boss Deluxe Anniversary, 3 inch Magna-ported barrel, red ramp, white outline, Altamont wood grips, bright polished stainless, internal lock, fluted cylinder, smooth trigger, semi-target hammer, aluminum case. It may be a later build however, as the 2003 serial range was roughly CFSxxxx to CHDxxxx, although special runs tended to run out of serial number order. The Model 624 Lew Horton Special was produced 1985-1987, with 5000 manufactured. Know serial ranges were AHTxxxx & ALWxxxx. My guess is 1986 year of manufacture for your gun, but possibly shipping 1987. __________________ If you're 6'4" 360, with the scraggly beard wearing a kilt, I think you can leave the guns at home. Just throw on your tartan, grab the nearest sledgehammer, and chase the bad guy down on foot while yelling "REMEMBER WILLIAM WALLACE!!!" If he stops before he hits the state line, splatter him - MGshaggy

March 2, 2013, 12:52 AM	#4837
Radagast Member Join Date: December 24, 2002 Posts: 3,377	AndrewX: Guns in the AHCxxxx range shipped in January 1986, so within a month either side of that is likely. __________________ If you're 6'4" 360, with the scraggly beard wearing a kilt, I think you can leave the guns at home. Just throw on your tartan, grab the nearest sledgehammer, and chase the bad guy down on foot while yelling "REMEMBER WILLIAM WALLACE!!!" If he stops before he hits the state line, splatter him - MGshaggy

February 27, 2013, 08:19 AM	#4826
The Doc Member Join Date: June 19, 2010 Posts: 31	a) caliber - .22LR b) bbl length - 2 inches c) grips shape - round d) number of shots/cylinder bores - 6 e) type of sights - Ramp fore sight, adjustable rear sight f) serial number - M 1687XX g) Model number - 34-1 Thanks.

February 27, 2013, 08:20 AM	#4827
magpie2 Member Join Date: February 26, 2013 Location: Minnetonka,MN Posts: 8	Radagast, That was very informative. Good advise about GunBroker - will do. Thanks you!

February 27, 2013, 08:41 PM	#4829
The Doc Member Join Date: June 19, 2010 Posts: 31	Thank you Radagast.

February 27, 2013, 11:20 PM	#4830
RJTravel Member Join Date: May 26, 2011 Posts: 70	How 'bout a mod 649, ser #AFN27**?

February 28, 2013, 06:06 PM	#4833
RJTravel Member Join Date: May 26, 2011 Posts: 70	Thanks Radagast. Good to know - still works well, think it's a keeper. RJ

March 1, 2013, 06:51 AM	#4835
slimpickens Member Join Date: January 29, 2010 Posts: 53	Radagast: Thank you Sir. Great Help

March 1, 2013, 12:35 PM	#4836
AndrewX Member Join Date: September 15, 2011 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 2	Radagast I have a 4" model 624, serial number AHB44xx. Would you know when it was made? Thanks in advance!

March 2, 2013, 10:37 AM	#4838
AndrewX Member Join Date: September 15, 2011 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 2	Thank you!

March 2, 2013, 12:52 PM	#4839
Brian Adams Member Join Date: March 2, 2013 Location: Alabama Posts: 9	Hi! I am a new member so I hope I post correctly. I have 2 S&W's that I am very proud of. .357 4" square 6rnd fixed e11b46xx 13-3 nickel .357 4' 6rnd adjustable 9k199xx 19-3 nickel and for giggles I also have one from WAAAYY back in the day .38ctg 4" 6 rnd fixed 6307xx from bottom of butt BUT the number stamped behind wheel is 280xx 38.ctg nickel OK.. Now I hit post...

March 2, 2013, 03:31 PM	#4840
mc_frenchie Member Join Date: March 2, 2013 Posts: 1	S&M 29-2 date of mfg Looking for date of mfg ? a) .44 mag - caliber b) 8 3/8" - bbl length (from cylinder to muzzle) c) square - grips shape (round or square) d) 6 - number of shots/cylinder bores e) adj rear sights - type of sights. f) 3313011 - serial number, and if there is a letter in front of or anywhere near the s/n on the bottom of the grip g) 29-2 - Model number if it is under the crane. That number, if it is the s/n, should come from the butt of the grip (or under the barrel or face of the cylinder). Thanks mc frenchie

March 2, 2013, 07:14 PM	#4841
Radagast Member Join Date: December 24, 2002 Posts: 3,377	mc_frenchie: The Model29-2 .44 Magnum was manufactured from 1962 to 1992. Serial numbers had either an S or an N prefix. If the serial number is S313011, then it was manufactured 1968 or 1969 in the serial range S305000 to S329999. If the serial number is N313011, then it was manufactured in 1975 or 1976, with 1975 being more likely. Brian Adams: The Model 13-3 .357 Magnum Military & Police Heavy Barrel was manufactured from 1982 to 1988. The serial number should be in the ranges 9D44501 to 30D9291, or AAA0000 to BBTxxxx. The number you have quoted does not match those and may be an assembly number, used to track parts in the factory. Check the number on the bottom of the grip frame and get back to me. Your Model 19-3 Combat Magnum was manufactured in 1976. Your 3rd gun if marked ".38 S&W Special CTG" is a .38 Military & Police Model of 1905 4th Change manufactured in 1930 or 1931. Serial number 632132 shipped in January 1931. If marked ".38 S&W CTG" then it is a .38/200 British Service Revolver manufactured in 1940 using an old stockpiled frame. __________________ If you're 6'4" 360, with the scraggly beard wearing a kilt, I think you can leave the guns at home. Just throw on your tartan, grab the nearest sledgehammer, and chase the bad guy down on foot while yelling "REMEMBER WILLIAM WALLACE!!!" If he stops before he hits the state line, splatter him - MGshaggy

March 2, 2013, 07:57 PM	#4842
Brian Adams Member Join Date: March 2, 2013 Location: Alabama Posts: 9	Mr. Radagast, The number on the bottom of 13-3 is ACE7720 The old one IS "special ctg" do Jan. 1931 Great to know my 19-3 is from 1976!! Thank you so much for taking the time to look these up! Brian

March 3, 2013, 12:31 AM	#4843
Radagast Member Join Date: December 24, 2002 Posts: 3,377	Brian Adams: Mid 1983 for your 13-3. ABLxxxx shipped January, ADExxxx shipped October. __________________ If you're 6'4" 360, with the scraggly beard wearing a kilt, I think you can leave the guns at home. Just throw on your tartan, grab the nearest sledgehammer, and chase the bad guy down on foot while yelling "REMEMBER WILLIAM WALLACE!!!" If he stops before he hits the state line, splatter him - MGshaggy

March 3, 2013, 08:02 AM	#4844
Brian Adams Member Join Date: March 2, 2013 Location: Alabama Posts: 9	Radagast, Again, Thank You! I am truly enjoying this this site! So much USEFULL onfo on here! Brian

March 5, 2013, 09:45 PM	#4845
MrTrolleyguy Member Join Date: March 5, 2013 Posts: 3	how old? a) 357 b) 4 c) square d) 6 e) red ramp - not pinned, rear adj. f) BPB2425 g) 686-4 a) 357 b) 2.625 c) round d) 6 e) red ramp, pinned - rear adj. f) CNE1133 g) 686-6

March 6, 2013, 03:49 AM	#4846
Radagast Member Join Date: December 24, 2002 Posts: 3,377	MrTrolleyguy: Your Model 686-4 Distinguished Combat Magnum Stainless was manufactured in 1993. Your Model 686-6 Distinguished Combat Magnum Stainless was manufactured after 2004, which is the last year that the Standard Catalog of S&W gives serial ranges for. My guesstimate is around 2010, but a call to S&W customer service should give you the shipping date - it was manufactured well after they went to computer records. __________________ If you're 6'4" 360, with the scraggly beard wearing a kilt, I think you can leave the guns at home. Just throw on your tartan, grab the nearest sledgehammer, and chase the bad guy down on foot while yelling "REMEMBER WILLIAM WALLACE!!!" If he stops before he hits the state line, splatter him - MGshaggy

March 7, 2013, 08:52 PM	#4847
pikid89 Member Join Date: August 11, 2009 Location: The Gator Nation Posts: 1,407	.357 4" Square 6 shot Red insert Ramp, adjustable rear BJD2148 686-3 __________________ What's the difference between a man with a rifle and a Rifleman? An Appleseed of course! appleseedinfo.org

March 8, 2013, 03:40 AM	#4848
Radagast Member Join Date: December 24, 2002 Posts: 3,377	pikid89: 1991. __________________ If you're 6'4" 360, with the scraggly beard wearing a kilt, I think you can leave the guns at home. Just throw on your tartan, grab the nearest sledgehammer, and chase the bad guy down on foot while yelling "REMEMBER WILLIAM WALLACE!!!" If he stops before he hits the state line, splatter him - MGshaggy

March 8, 2013, 01:19 PM	#4849
TwoWheelFiend Member Join Date: May 15, 2011 Location: Vermont Posts: 310	A) .22 lr B) 4" C) square D) 6 E) adjustable F) 1166XX G) 34-1 Can't get a picture up from my phone

March 8, 2013, 05:23 PM	#4850
Radagast Member Join Date: December 24, 2002 Posts: 3,377	TwoWheelFiend: No Need. Your Model of 1953 .22/.32 Kit Gun / Model 34-1 was manufactured between 1965 & 1969, serial range for those years was 108087 to 135464. If the grips are original and have a un-checkered diamond around the grip screws, the 1968 or earlier. If no diamond then 1968 or 1969. If the cylinder release is flat, the 1965 or 1966. If the cylinder release is concave then 1966 to 1968. __________________ If you're 6'4" 360, with the scraggly beard wearing a kilt, I think you can leave the guns at home. Just throw on your tartan, grab the nearest sledgehammer, and chase the bad guy down on foot while yelling "REMEMBER WILLIAM WALLACE!!!" If he stops before he hits the state line, splatter him - MGshaggy