.22 Ladysmith 2nd Model. Serial numbers ran from 4576 in 1906 to 13950 in 1910..38 Safety Hammerless 5th Model. Serial numbers ran from 220000 in 1907 to 261493 in 1940. Modern .38 S&W ammo is safe to use. Nickle plated 357mag 3.5 inch pinned barrel, square butt, wood inset grips, serial as follows S 123XXXJan 24, 2011 · Above the SKU is a four-digit code that breaks down as follows: first digit indicates year of manufacture. e.g. 9 would be 2009, 0 would be 2010. last three digits indicate day of manufacture, numbered from 1-365. So in my case, my number is 9243, which corresponds to 2009, day 243 = 31 Aug. The Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson does not list serial numbers for AR's. You'll have to contact S&W customer service to get a manufacture date. Smith & Wesson Model 3 Schofield, S/n is 235XX Looks like 1888. JimModel 24, 24-1, 24-2 (.44 Target Model of 1950, S serial range) Model 24-3, 24-4 Model 24-5 Heritage Model 24-6 Classic Model 25 (.45 Target Model of 1950) 📷. Model 25-2. 📷. Model 25-3 125th Anniversary with Case Model 25-4 through 25-9 Model 25-7 - 5" Matte Black Unfluted Model 25-13 Mountain Gun. 📷. Look at the lable on the box to the right of the serial# ther is a 4 digit number this is you born on date 1st number represent the year of manufacture the last 3 digits is the day made mine is 7051 wich represents Feb 20, 2007.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.© 2023 Docker, Inc. All rights reserved. | Terms of Service | Subscription Service Agreement | Privacy | Legal Cookies Settings Apr 2, 2009 · Look at the lable on the box to the right of the serial# ther is a 4 digit number this is you born on date 1st number represent the year of manufacture the last 3 digits is the day made mine is 7051 wich represents Feb 20, 2007. Above the SKU is a four-digit code that breaks down as follows: first digit indicates year of manufacture. e.g. 9 would be 2009, 0 would be 2010. last three digits indicate day of manufacture, numbered from 1-365. So in my case, my number is 9243, which corresponds to 2009, day 243 = 31 Aug.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.Go to the S&W website and find the contacts. Send them an email with description & serial number. I did that with a 1980s production J-Frame and received a nice email the next day telling me the month range and exact year it left the factory. Wenige wissen wie viel man wissen muss um zu wissen wie wenig man weiss.Mar 31, 2016 · 2. jonesy814 · #4 · Mar 31, 2016. jemader said: Greetings, I'm brand new here. I'm hoping to get as much information as I can about my Smith & Wesson .38 special revolver. It is a 5 shot and the cylinder swings out. The serial number BDV8437 is marked underneath the butt of the hand grip. It has a 2" (or slightly less) barrel. The data after 1-5 are not usually required for a basic ID of your gun. 1. TYPE. First, we need to know what TYPE S&W you have: Tip-Up. So called because the barrel "tips up" for loading. ALL Tip-Ups should be posted here: S&W Antiques. Top-Break. Obviously because the frame opens, or "breaks" on the top.Look at the lable on the box to the right of the serial# ther is a 4 digit number this is you born on date 1st number represent the year of manufacture the last 3 digits is the day made mine is 7051 wich represents Feb 20, 2007.S&W historic milestones -- Serial number ranges by years -- Change dates and markings -- Models by caliber and year of introduction. "From Schofield Revolvers to M&P AR-15s, for more than 150 years Smith & Wesson has turned out some of the world’s most desirable firearms. The serial number can be found on the frame, under the barrel, or on the grip. Another way to tell the age of a Smith and Wesson pistol is by looking at the markings on the gun. These markings will usually include the date of manufacture, as well as other information about the gun. Finally, you can also ask an expert to take a look at your gun ...2. jonesy814 · #4 · Mar 31, 2016. jemader said: Greetings, I'm brand new here. I'm hoping to get as much information as I can about my Smith & Wesson .38 special revolver. It is a 5 shot and the cylinder swings out. The serial number BDV8437 is marked underneath the butt of the hand grip. It has a 2" (or slightly less) barrel.Serial Number and Year of Manufacture Lookup for Smith and Wesson J Frame Revolvers. For models 36, 37, 38, 49, 50, and pre-model number varieties, here is when your gun was manufactured according to the serial code range. Year of Make. Serial Code range. 1952.The Big Ox · #9 · Nov 14, 2012. The only .38 spl Smith and Wessons in that serial number range were produced in 1903 and 1904 as the Smith and Wesson .38spl Hand Ejector M&P. They look like Model 10's, and are very similar, but predate the Model 10 by over 50 years.What makes the smith and wesson serial numbers database legally valid? Filling out the standard catalog of smith and wesson serial numbers online is a relatively straightforward undertaking. Nevertheless, it’s not really instantly apparent how you can make it professional-looking and legally binding at the same time. Oct 16, 2021 · Welcome to the forums from the Wiregrass! I agree with Marc that we will need pictures. However, I can say that your serial and the caliber of the gun indicate it is a .38 Military & Police revolver from around 1947/8. $150 is quite a low price for most functional M&P revolvers. This was S&W's bread and butter revolver used by many police ... Jan 22, 2018 · They didn't assemble or sell any of these until 1966 plus the steel frame Model 39s fall into three different serial number ranges. That is why Smith & Wesson collectors "never say never" when asked if S&W ever made a certain configuration or variation. Nobody knows for sure unless they have the gun in their hand. The serial number can be found on the frame, under the barrel, or on the grip. Another way to tell the age of a Smith and Wesson pistol is by looking at the markings on the gun. These markings will usually include the date of manufacture, as well as other information about the gun. Finally, you can also ask an expert to take a look at your gun ...Apr 2, 2009 · Look at the lable on the box to the right of the serial# ther is a 4 digit number this is you born on date 1st number represent the year of manufacture the last 3 digits is the day made mine is 7051 wich represents Feb 20, 2007. Jul 17, 2013 · The data after 1-5 are not usually required for a basic ID of your gun. 1. TYPE. First, we need to know what TYPE S&W you have: Tip-Up. So called because the barrel "tips up" for loading. ALL Tip-Ups should be posted here: S&W Antiques. Top-Break. Obviously because the frame opens, or "breaks" on the top. © 2023 Docker, Inc. All rights reserved. | Terms of Service | Subscription Service Agreement | Privacy | Legal Cookies Settings The left sid eof the barrel states " 38 S & W SPECIAL U.S. SERVICE CTG'S" The top of the barrel reads " SMITH & WESSON SPRINGFILED MASS USA PAT'D APRIL 9, 89 MARCH 27, 94 MAY 21, 96 JULY 16, 95 AUG 4, 96 DEC 22, 96 OCT 4, 98 OCT 8, 01 DEC 17, 01" The only other marings on the gun are the five digit serial number on the butt of the gun and the S ...Smith & Wesson obtained exclusive rights to use this . Serial numbers for the First and .2008-9-26  Smith dates, model numbers and SNs . The best thing that a Smith&Wesson enthusiast can . '559y53' doesn't appear to be a serial number for a .2012-4-30  smith and wesson serial number search, . smith wesson serial numbers. Jul 3, 2017 · I wonder what it would cost to upgrade an old S&W M&P 15-22 to match the "Sport" improved changes. Last I checked, a set of the Magpul pop up sights cost about $80. Their handguards run $30-40. If you really shopped around for sales you might get sights and handguard for $100. Oct 11, 2011 · Gene18 Discussion starter · Oct 11, 2011. I have found this Smith and Wesson gun for sale. It is a .38 caliber, 5 shot, top break. Hard to tell the exact serial number, depending on how you hold the gun. If I hold the gun and look at the serial number on the bottom of the handle - and the barrel is pointing to my left the serial number is 60699. Can someone post the site link, or a picture of date of manufacturer for S&W 34-1 M serial numbers. 40-caliber pistol, serial number C525075; Smith & Wesson model M460XVR .460-caliber revolver, ... Some serial numbers are located underneath the frame in front of the trigger guard.. Others are on the rear of the frame, above the gun's grip.I wonder what it would cost to upgrade an old S&W M&P 15-22 to match the "Sport" improved changes. Last I checked, a set of the Magpul pop up sights cost about $80. Their handguards run $30-40. If you really shopped around for sales you might get sights and handguard for $100.2. jonesy814 · #4 · Mar 31, 2016. jemader said: Greetings, I'm brand new here. I'm hoping to get as much information as I can about my Smith & Wesson .38 special revolver. It is a 5 shot and the cylinder swings out. The serial number BDV8437 is marked underneath the butt of the hand grip. It has a 2" (or slightly less) barrel.Manufacture Year by Serial Number "K" Frame Revolvers - 1899 to 1983: (Years/Serial Number Range) Pre-War Years: ... Smith & Wesson M&P Revolver - Model 10S&W historic milestones -- Serial number ranges by years -- Change dates and markings -- Models by caliber and year of introduction. "From Schofield Revolvers to M&P AR-15s, for more than 150 years Smith & Wesson has turned out some of the world’s most desirable firearms. And also on the revolving chamber. 1y. Alan Lee Dockemeyer. I have a 38 that has serial number 2518 on the bottom of the grip. 1y. Gene Lyda. N37581 model 27 special features E153-134A what are these special features what year of manufacture ? 12w. See more of Smith & Wesson M&P Revolver - Model 10 on Facebook. Decoding your Smith Wesson pistol serial number will help you identify the date of manufacture for your weapon and how rare it is. The standard catalog and the Smith Wesson online database will help you achieve that. Xd357 Discussion starter · Aug 11, 2013. DATING A S&W. Please note that this list is a general guide and not meant to be exact. There is some dispute regarding the dates on some serial numbers and your gun may actually be a year off from what is listed. The precise shipping date as "lettered" can be several years off depending on model.The Smith & Wesson Model 10, previously known as the Smith & Wesson .38 Hand Ejector Model of 1899, the Smith & Wesson Military & Police or the Smith & Wesson Victory Model, is a K-frame [2] revolver of worldwide popularity. In production since 1899, the Model 10 is a six-shot, .38 Special, double-action revolver with fixed sights.Manufacture Year by Serial Number "K" Frame Revolvers - 1899 to 1983: (Years/Serial Number Range) Pre-War Years: ... Smith & Wesson M&P Revolver - Model 10The Big Ox · #9 · Nov 14, 2012. The only .38 spl Smith and Wessons in that serial number range were produced in 1903 and 1904 as the Smith and Wesson .38spl Hand Ejector M&P. They look like Model 10's, and are very similar, but predate the Model 10 by over 50 years.Apr 4, 2017 · I have an opportunity to purchase a very nice nickel S&W 27-2. However, the serial number on the crane doesn’t look even close to the NXXXXXX serial number on the frame. It is a 5-digit number with the capital letter L under the last number XXXXX. and then the capital letter F followed by a 2-digit number FXX under that at a slight upward angle. Manufacture Year by Serial Number "K" Frame Revolvers - 1899 to 1983: (Years/Serial Number Range) Pre-War Years: ... Smith & Wesson M&P Revolver - Model 10jonesy814 · #2 · Oct 5, 2018. Welcome to the forum. Your gun is a 38 M&P from about 1950. The serial number is the one on the butt that starts with the letter C. In 1958 S&W started using model numbers. Guns like your 38 M&P became known as the model 10.Mar 14, 2012 · Your pistol dates to 1974-1975 and probably right in the middle of that date range. Serial numbers from A235001 thru A265000 were produced in that dare range. Around here, a model 59 sells for around $400-450 if it's in really nice condition. I'll assume yours is in excellent condition by your comments. Regards, Mar 31, 2016 · 2. jonesy814 · #4 · Mar 31, 2016. jemader said: Greetings, I'm brand new here. I'm hoping to get as much information as I can about my Smith & Wesson .38 special revolver. It is a 5 shot and the cylinder swings out. The serial number BDV8437 is marked underneath the butt of the hand grip. It has a 2" (or slightly less) barrel. I wonder what it would cost to upgrade an old S&W M&P 15-22 to match the "Sport" improved changes. Last I checked, a set of the Magpul pop up sights cost about $80. Their handguards run $30-40. If you really shopped around for sales you might get sights and handguard for $100.Jul 26, 2016 · My research would indicate the "S" prefix series of the K Frame Post War M&Ps were started sometime in 1945 or 1946 and ended when the “C” prefix series started in March 1948. The first serial number was S 811,120 and the last was S 999,999. Which means that 188,879 S&W M&Ps were manufactured with the “S” prefix. S&W Revolvers 1945 to Present. I can only guess that you guys get sick of this question but it appears that S&W serial number lookup resources are just non-existent. I can easily find the date of manufacture for my other guns but not my S&W. Oh well, I'll play the newbie card and lets see how hard I get trolled. Apr 2, 2009 · Look at the lable on the box to the right of the serial# ther is a 4 digit number this is you born on date 1st number represent the year of manufacture the last 3 digits is the day made mine is 7051 wich represents Feb 20, 2007. The Smith & Wesson Model 10, previously known as the Smith & Wesson .38 Hand Ejector Model of 1899, the Smith & Wesson Military & Police or the Smith & Wesson Victory Model, is a K-frame [2] revolver of worldwide popularity. In production since 1899, the Model 10 is a six-shot, .38 Special, double-action revolver with fixed sights.The Firing Line Forums > Hogan's Alley > Handguns: The Revolver Forum: Smith and Wesson serial number searchDecoding your Smith Wesson pistol serial number will help you identify the date of manufacture for your weapon and how rare it is. The standard catalog and the Smith Wesson online database will help you achieve that.The book shows serial numbers for the 34 as 11000 in 1955 and 52673 in 1959. Since S&W began stamping model numbers in 1957 your 34 would likely be ~1958. As far as the 34-1, it shows serial number 135464 in 1969 with the serial numbers transitioning to M prefix (starting with M1) that same year.When contacting customer service, please have the owner name, address, model and serial number available. The information will help the service representative to expedite your request. GENERAL CONTACT INFORMATION. By Telephone: (USA) 1-800-331-0852 Monday-Friday 8:00AM-4:45PM EST (International) 1-413-781-8300 Monday-Friday 8:00AM-4:45PM EST ...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.The best thing that a Smith&Wesson enthusiast can invest in . serial numbers starting with BPE were produced around November .A Guide to Smith & Wesson .38 Special . done except Smith & Wessons revolver model numbers have all been . the serial number and model numbers are but i am .2006-11-12  smith and wesson 586 serial numbers ... Apr 26, 2012 · The left sid eof the barrel states " 38 S & W SPECIAL U.S. SERVICE CTG'S" The top of the barrel reads " SMITH & WESSON SPRINGFILED MASS USA PAT'D APRIL 9, 89 MARCH 27, 94 MAY 21, 96 JULY 16, 95 AUG 4, 96 DEC 22, 96 OCT 4, 98 OCT 8, 01 DEC 17, 01" The only other marings on the gun are the five digit serial number on the butt of the gun and the S ... Sep 24, 2022 · Lowest rating: 2 ⭐. Summary: Articles about Smith & Wesson S&W .38 Military & Police M&P Pre-Model 10 …. Serial Number: C 153055. Year of Manufacture: The Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson puts “C” prefix serial numbers from 1948 to 1951 from C1 to C223998, …. Match the search results: Serial Number: C 153055. 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 variations will be the same as those noted above. Produced ...Model 24, 24-1, 24-2 (.44 Target Model of 1950, S serial range) Model 24-3, 24-4 Model 24-5 Heritage Model 24-6 Classic Model 25 (.45 Target Model of 1950) 📷. Model 25-2. 📷. Model 25-3 125th Anniversary with Case Model 25-4 through 25-9 Model 25-7 - 5" Matte Black Unfluted Model 25-13 Mountain Gun. 📷. Mar 14, 2012 · Your pistol dates to 1974-1975 and probably right in the middle of that date range. Serial numbers from A235001 thru A265000 were produced in that dare range. Around here, a model 59 sells for around $400-450 if it's in really nice condition. I'll assume yours is in excellent condition by your comments. Regards, Dec 20, 2022 · How to use the Smith and Wesson Serial Number Database If you’re trying to identify and date a Smith & Wesson firearm, the Standard Catalog of S&W, 4th Edition, by Supica and Nahas is a great resource. It includes tables of manufacture dates and can be accessed in digital form on a computer or smartphone for easy reference. 2. jonesy814 · #4 · Mar 31, 2016. jemader said: Greetings, I'm brand new here. I'm hoping to get as much information as I can about my Smith & Wesson .38 special revolver. It is a 5 shot and the cylinder swings out. The serial number BDV8437 is marked underneath the butt of the hand grip. It has a 2" (or slightly less) barrel.Hi! I just purchased my second Smith & Wesson 45 today, used from my local gun shop. It’s a M&P 45c SKU 109308 with a HAB serial number. I’m unable to find and info on it by looking up by serial number.The Big Ox · #9 · Nov 14, 2012. The only .38 spl Smith and Wessons in that serial number range were produced in 1903 and 1904 as the Smith and Wesson .38spl Hand Ejector M&P. They look like Model 10's, and are very similar, but predate the Model 10 by over 50 years.Your pistol dates to 1974-1975 and probably right in the middle of that date range. Serial numbers from A235001 thru A265000 were produced in that dare range. Around here, a model 59 sells for around $400-450 if it's in really nice condition. I'll assume yours is in excellent condition by your comments. Regards,Smith and Wesson 686-1 4 inch barrel, stainless, serial #AVD5932 with a M stamped below it. Neighbor is selling, think I might get it for around $400 plus or minus a few dollars. Comes with a cheap holster and some white box ammo, somewhere along the line it acquired a set of Pachmayer grips.Jun 28, 2018 · jonesy814 · #2 · Jun 28, 2018 (Edited) The N frame revolvers, including the model 29 had serial numbers beginning with the letter "S" from 1946 until 1969-70. After that the serial number would have began with an "N" until 1983. In 1980 S&W began using serial numbers that began with 3 letters. The L frames were the first using the 3 letter ... Decoding your Smith Wesson pistol serial number will help you identify the date of manufacture for your weapon and how rare it is. The standard catalog and the Smith Wesson online database will help you achieve that. Apr 4, 2017 · I have an opportunity to purchase a very nice nickel S&W 27-2. However, the serial number on the crane doesn’t look even close to the NXXXXXX serial number on the frame. It is a 5-digit number with the capital letter L under the last number XXXXX. and then the capital letter F followed by a 2-digit number FXX under that at a slight upward angle. Manufacture Year by Serial Number "K" Frame Revolvers - 1899 to 1983: (Years/Serial Number Range) Pre-War Years: ... Smith & Wesson M&P Revolver - Model 10Aug 11, 2013 · Xd357 Discussion starter · Aug 11, 2013. DATING A S&W. Please note that this list is a general guide and not meant to be exact. There is some dispute regarding the dates on some serial numbers and your gun may actually be a year off from what is listed. The precise shipping date as "lettered" can be several years off depending on model. The Smith & Wesson Model 1 was the first firearm manufactured by Smith & Wesson, with production spanning the years 1857 through 1882. It was the first commercially successful revolver to use rimfire cartridges instead of loose powder, musket ball, and percussion caps.The air and pellet gun line included the models: 77A, 78G, 79G and 80G. Should your Smith & Wesson air gun require parts and/or repairs, please contact: Bimrose Precision Airgun Repair is now located at: 13090 Navajo Road #3. Apple Valley, CA 92308. (760) 646-9108.Sep 8, 2010 · Like. andy · #5 · Sep 8, 2010 (Edited) All Smith and Wesson revolvers (well, at least the hand ejectors) have a serial number on the butt. Newer S&Ws also have the SN inside the crane. It is possible the Highway Patrolman is pre model 28. If the gun is an N-frame and has a checkered topstrap, then its a Model 27. The Smith & Wesson company was formed in 1852, in Norwich, Connecticut. The company's first offering was a lever-action repeating pistol. Moving forward from those beginnings, Smith & Wesson shaped innovations in the manufacturing of modern handguns. As of March 2011, Smith & Wesson offers ...Model 24, 24-1, 24-2 (.44 Target Model of 1950, S serial range) Model 24-3, 24-4 Model 24-5 Heritage Model 24-6 Classic Model 25 (.45 Target Model of 1950) 📷. Model 25-2. 📷. Model 25-3 125th Anniversary with Case Model 25-4 through 25-9 Model 25-7 - 5" Matte Black Unfluted Model 25-13 Mountain Gun. 📷.The serial number is V13188. The second is a 5" .38 S&W caliber, "United States Property" mark on the topstrap, no U.S. inspector marks found, no British marks found, marked "OSTERREICH POLIZI" on the top left frame and a large "761" stamped on the left frame, just above the rear triggerguard. I assume that is a rack number.Jun 5, 2009 · 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. Apr 2, 2009 · Look at the lable on the box to the right of the serial# ther is a 4 digit number this is you born on date 1st number represent the year of manufacture the last 3 digits is the day made mine is 7051 wich represents Feb 20, 2007. Aug 30, 2006 · Serial number help i purchased my m&p 40 several years ago. i still have the original box and the numbers below SKU are 2079 date on fired casing in box is 3-21-2012. so all that said am i correct in reading the 2 in 2079 to be 2012 or 2002? just wanting to make sure. got a few questions but figured i needed to start with this info first Aug 30, 2006 · Serial number help i purchased my m&p 40 several years ago. i still have the original box and the numbers below SKU are 2079 date on fired casing in box is 3-21-2012. so all that said am i correct in reading the 2 in 2079 to be 2012 or 2002? just wanting to make sure. got a few questions but figured i needed to start with this info first 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. The Big Ox · #9 · Nov 14, 2012. The only .38 spl Smith and Wessons in that serial number range were produced in 1903 and 1904 as the Smith and Wesson .38spl Hand Ejector M&P. They look like Model 10's, and are very similar, but predate the Model 10 by over 50 years.
Apr 2, 2009 · Look at the lable on the box to the right of the serial# ther is a 4 digit number this is you born on date 1st number represent the year of manufacture the last 3 digits is the day made mine is 7051 wich represents Feb 20, 2007. . Kukcmcig
What makes the smith and wesson serial numbers database legally valid? Filling out the standard catalog of smith and wesson serial numbers online is a relatively straightforward undertaking. Nevertheless, it’s not really instantly apparent how you can make it professional-looking and legally binding at the same time.I also picked up a brand new M&P 15OR a week and a half ago, serial number SM 0022x. It was ALMOST the magic serial number 00223 but not quite. Enjoy your new SM serial numbered M&P15. It is indeed from the new batch of serial numbers for the current year!105kw. Senior Member. Join Date: June 30, 2017. Location: Columbia Basin Washington. Posts: 388. Go to the Revolver Forum and post on the S&W serial look up. There's a lot of helpful people willing to help.Look down at the bottom and you will see Product with a number under it. Next is Serial# (with a number under it too) and just to the right of the serial# (in smaller numbers) are four (maybe 5) numbers. That is your M&P's Birthday. Example: One of mine is 8240. The first number is the year "8" = 2008. The next "240" are the day of the year it ...The best thing that a Smith&Wesson enthusiast can invest in . serial numbers starting with BPE were produced around November .A Guide to Smith & Wesson .38 Special . done except Smith & Wessons revolver model numbers have all been . the serial number and model numbers are but i am .2006-11-12  smith and wesson 586 serial numbers ...The data after 1-5 are not usually required for a basic ID of your gun. 1. TYPE. First, we need to know what TYPE S&W you have: Tip-Up. So called because the barrel "tips up" for loading. ALL Tip-Ups should be posted here: S&W Antiques. Top-Break. Obviously because the frame opens, or "breaks" on the top.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.Apr 26, 2012 · The left sid eof the barrel states " 38 S & W SPECIAL U.S. SERVICE CTG'S" The top of the barrel reads " SMITH & WESSON SPRINGFILED MASS USA PAT'D APRIL 9, 89 MARCH 27, 94 MAY 21, 96 JULY 16, 95 AUG 4, 96 DEC 22, 96 OCT 4, 98 OCT 8, 01 DEC 17, 01" The only other marings on the gun are the five digit serial number on the butt of the gun and the S ... 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.Mar 8, 2019 · Smith and Wesson just issued a safety alert regarding recent production M&P 15-22 rifles and pistols. According to the safety alert some M&P 15-22 bolts may be out of spec. They have issued a PDF and a video to help you find out if your M&P 15-22 is affected. The safety alert applies to ALL models of M&P15-22 rifles and pistols manufactured ... 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.Oct 5, 2018 · jonesy814 · #2 · Oct 5, 2018. Welcome to the forum. Your gun is a 38 M&P from about 1950. The serial number is the one on the butt that starts with the letter C. In 1958 S&W started using model numbers. Guns like your 38 M&P became known as the model 10. 2. jonesy814 · #4 · Mar 31, 2016. jemader said: Greetings, I'm brand new here. I'm hoping to get as much information as I can about my Smith & Wesson .38 special revolver. It is a 5 shot and the cylinder swings out. The serial number BDV8437 is marked underneath the butt of the hand grip. It has a 2" (or slightly less) barrel.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..