80s
1854
what year did smith&wesson start making the s&w40v
2000
Smith and Wesson started making the model 39-2 in the year 1971.The last model 39-2 was shipped in the year 1983.Without a serial number that is the best that can be done.
Made in Japan @ 1989
Smith & Wesson first started in 1852, but failed. They tried again in 1856 and had success, and have been making guns since. So, if you go by their second attempt they've been at it 157 years. If you go by their first attempt it's 161 years.
The Smith and wesson model 36 was made from 1957-1966.The model 36-1 was started in 1967.
Early 80's
1989
Lack of sales.
1977
Started in 1983