When the U.S. became involved in the Philippines early in the prior century they found out that the recently issued .38 revolvers wouldn't reliably put down the drug fueled Moros.They brought out of storage 1873 Colt revolvers that were obsolete so as a cure they contracted with Colt to supply them with their recently introduced New Service revolver in .45LC ,which the army named the Model 1909. Later on it was chambered for .45 ACP during the first world war as the Model 1917,and many other chamberings before being dropped by Colt in 1944.
No way to identify maker by just the serial number and caliber.
Check the frame or barrel.
Generally, yes, if you submit the make, model & serial number of the revolver.
what model revolver ??????? what date on the barrel????? value always depends on overall condition.....................
You can get a historical letter from S&W for 50 USD.
about 1907
Nothing without a detailed description of all features.
No published sn data.
Caliber should be on the barrel. SN's were not required until 1968
$800 to $900
what's the serial number ???? Serial number 6
it should be on the slide or barrel (if it's a revolver). but if you see a file marking you might want to get rid of it.