could be late 1800's to early 1900's
could be late 1800's to early 1900's
Please add the following info to help identify your Smith and Wesson handgun.Is it a break open model or revolver,how many shots,what caliber,what barrel length,along with the serial number that you included.
10-150 usd
1958-1959. The correct terminology is muzzle break.
You will have to call S&W and give them the serial number. They will tell you when it left the factory
Need a detailed description of ALL markings.
only valuable if within a certain serial # range. Mine is a 5 digit number and worth less than $100
That is the .38 Safety Hammerless (4th Model), made c.1906.
S&W can tell you if you call them.
Most pumps and automatics have the serial number on the bottom of the receiver - just forward of the carrier. Over/Unders and the BSS have the serial hidden underneath the action lever. Push the lever to the side to break open the action and you will see the serial number.
These were made by the Iver Johnson Company, about 1910-1935. Serial number records are spotty, company no longer in business.
It depends if it is single action, or double action, or safety hammerless, I have a double action 32 with exterior hammer, serial # 22173 to 43405 was made from 1882 to 1883 serial # 43406 to 282,999 was made from 1883 to 1909