Bought S&W Model 10-8

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Stopping by the gun shop while running errands, I bought a S&W Model 10-8 today. Apparently it is a turn-in from the New York State Department of Corrections. The silver colored disc over the S&W logo is stamped DC over a 4 digit number. It has some outside wear, dings and dents but the chambers and barrel are like new. Serial number is AFC455X, does anyone know when it was made? I can't wait to go shoot this.


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According to the Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson, 4th edition, the triple-alpha serial numbers were started in 1980-83 for all models. I cannot find AFC specifically in the list, but other AF- serial numbers are listed in 1983-85, so that’s as close as I can come with this reference. The barrel on your Model 10 is not pinned so it was definitely made after 1982.
The -8 was established in 1977 and continued to 1988 when the 10-9 began.

So, there’s the time bracket at least.

I agee, that’s a fine addition to any collection. Well done.
 
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IMG_1173.JPG View attachment 999805 IMG_1589.JPG I bought a NY DC 10-10 & 10-14 couple years ago from my LGS too. I took the 10-14 to the range today and it shoots very well in spite of the dreaded internal lock. I found a few old Bucheimer "Concealer" holsters that have worked very well. They're very slim and hold the gun high and tight. I hope you like your NY DC revolvers as much as I do mine.
 
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And at it’s “Amazing” accuracy and “Fantastic” value! ;)

Great buy! I have a stainless cousin in a Model 64. Fantastic little shooters those heavy-barrel K frames are :thumbup:.

Let us know how it shoots for you when you get a chance.

Stay safe.
 
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You'll love it and soon have to acquire more.
I prefer Hogue grips on mine for shooting, but the original wood always looks nice.
Enjoy!
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At a minimum, as Riomouse notes, to have the blued and stainless 10/64 is a pairing tough to match in pistoldom. Somehow, for me, the 19/66 pairing is not as gratifying to look at. Perhaps - most likely - it is the adjustable sight diminishing the effect for me.

Todd.
 
Smith 10s are a must have for any serious gun person. You can shoot that gun with modest loads forever and never wear it out.
 
The 2nd handgun I ever bought was a 10-5 (not new).
Supposedly it was an individual LEO trade/sale whatever.
No markings so I'm dubious.
But it's been an excellent handgun, none the less.
Very accurate & it allows me to reload a number of ammo iterations
On hand I've probably got 5 or 6 different cartridge make-ups 10-5.jpg
 
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