S&w 357

[dreades]

I have a S&W 357 and am trying to find out what model it is. The number stamped on the bottom of frame below grips is "ACS5636". pic. Thanks in advance...

 

[Shear_stress]

Welcome to THR!

The model number is stamped on the frame underneath the cylinder yoke and is visible when you open the cylinder.

But, I'll save you the effort. You have a Model 65-3 made in 1983. Basically, it's a heavy barreled, .357-chambered, stainless steel version of the classic Military & Police (aka Model 10). Damn good gun!

 

[dreades]

thanks. How much is the gun worth?

 

[CTGunner]

There is one listed on gunbroker right now with a buy now price of $475...

 

[SaxonPig]

IMO its a $300 gun.

Others will have differing opinions.

 

[Radagast]

Probably $300 to $350. Listed prices on gunbroker are not always actual selling prices.

 

[joe_security]

I swear by mine. 65-2, nearly 30 years old. Its become a favorite.

 

[Confederate]

Don't sell it.

These guns are no longer made with the quality this one was. It has chromed hammer and trigger and is a beautiful gun. It will only go up in price.

 

[Shear_stress]

These guns are no longer made with the quality this one was.

Let's not go too crazy here. The OP's got a good, solid gun, but 1979 wasn't exactly the high water mark for S&W quality.

Probably $300 to $350. Listed prices on gunbroker are not always actual selling prices.

That's about right.