What was the serial number of the Smith and Wesson Model 41?

Only the M46 came in a 7″ barrel length. The M41’s were as Aussie stated at 73/8″ long or in a 5.5″ length. The Model 41 came with 7″ barrels after 1978 when the 7 3/8″ barrel with muzzle brake was dropped from production. What would be the year of production be for 39xx, 4 digit serial number …… 1957?

Can a serial number on a s and W be off?

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. For the exact date on your gun request the letter from S&W Historian Roy Jinks. Pre-War N frame.

How to identify a s and W revolver and when was it made?

Many people have questions about how to identify a S&W revolver and when was it made. I borrowed this from a thread on Highroad.org forum. It has a lot of info that might be of interest to many of you. This is where to look for the model number (not used until around 1957). Sometimes the serial number is here, especially in later models.

Where to look for model number on S & W?

This is where to look for the model number (not used until around 1957). Sometimes the serial number is here, especially in later models. .32-20 Hand Ejector 32-20 Win. K both of these used a shorter than standard cylinder.

What was the first Smith and Wesson semi automatic?

1st Gen Pistols. The first S&W semi-automatic chambered in a service caliber was the Model 39, which first saw the light of day in 1954. The aluminum alloy-framed 9mm pistol had an 8-shot single-stack magazine, a 4-inch barrel and a traditional double action/single action trigger with a slide-mounted safety/decocker,…

How to find the year of manufacture on an S & W?

For example, pre-World War Two models have only numbers, while later models can include letters. These models can begin with the prefix S, N, C, D or K. Consulting the Standard Catalog is the only accurate way to find the exact year of manufacture.

How to date a Smith and Wesson revolver?

For the exact date on your gun request the letter from S&W Historian Roy Jinks. Pre-War N frame. *Note that a number of N frames with serials in the S138000-S140000 range (and the range may be wider either way) are seen that were shipped much later than the serial would suggest should be the case.