When was the first Smith and Wesson made?

When was the first Smith and Wesson made?

Smith & Wesson 1st Model 3rd Issue Revolver. Late 1860’s-early 1870’s production. Serial number 1433. Metal has approximately 40% original finish with gray patina. Action works and indexes. Right grip has been repaired. A neat early 7-shot revolver. Smith & Wesson No.2 Army revolver with rare factory silver plated finish.

Are there any antique Smith and Wesson revolvers?

Antique Smith and Wesson revolvers represent some of the most highly collectable pieces from one of America’s most historic gun manufacturers. Our inventory includes everything from the Civil War era Smith and Wesson .32 Army #2 revolver to 1st and 2nd model Americans to the D.A. Frontier .44-40.

What’s the serial number of a Smith and Wesson 32?

Caliber .32 Rimfire. Serial number 13448. Revolver falls in Civil War era production. Barrel has been shortened to 3 3/8″, which makes the barrel handle better and more concealable. Action works perfectly. Good overall condition. Smith & Wesson Single Action Revolver .38 S&W…

When was the Smith and Wesson 38 caliber revolver made?

No. 1 to No. 28,107 manufactured from February 1891 to 1911. Designed as (Second Model) with the following changes: Frame —Bottom strap cut for bow shape guard held in position by rear tenon and guard screw let in from cylinder cut wall.

Patent dates are, March 7, 1894, May 21, 1895, August 4,1895, Dec. 22, 1895, October, 1901, and Feb. 06, 1906. Serial # 15563.

When did the Smith and Wesson Model 34 come out?

Your Model 34, Model of 1953 .22/32 Kit Gun, shipped around 1976. It is hard to provide a value estimate without seeing the gun. I recommend starting a new thread with pictures so you get full attention from the forum members.

Where is the headquarters of Smith and Wesson?

Since 1857 Smith & Wesson has staked its headquarters in Springfield, Massachusetts with manufacturing operations in Holton, Maine and other operations in Columbia, Missouri. Partnership with Horace Smith & Daniel B. Wesson was from 1856–1874. Family owned by the Wesson Family from 1874–1965.

Where does the serial number go on a Smith and Wesson?

At Smith & Wesson frames were Numbered prior to assembly but were NOT put together in Serial Number order and after it was put together and test fired and placed in a box the chances were that it went to the Safe room to wait with many other guns to fill specific orders.

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How big is the barrel on a Smith and Wesson revolver?

The barrel is 8 3/8 inch. The Bluing and Grips are in excellent condition with a slight turn mark on the …Click for more info The S&W M29-3 is an amazing revolver equipped with 8.25″ barrel, 6 round capacity, stainless steel construction, and wood grips.

When was the Smith and Wesson hand ejector revolver introduced?

(Photo: Guns International) In 1903, the Second Model was introduced, along with several design improvements.