The Smith & Wesson Model 59 was introduced in 1971. To determine the age of a specific firearm, you can refer to its serial number; however, the exact manufacturing date for serial number A400365 would require access to S&W's production records or a reliable database. Generally, Model 59s with serial numbers starting with "A" were produced in the 1970s, so this particular model would likely be around 50 years old. For precise dating, contacting Smith & Wesson or referencing a dedicated firearms historian would be necessary.
You can not tell the model number with just the serial number.
No way to tell model number from just the serial number.
With the serial number that you have supplied,your Smith and Wesson model 15 was made in the year 1950.
Your serial number indicates that your Smith and Wesson model 59 was made in the year 1975.
Your serial number indicates that your Smith and Wesson model 18 was made in the year 1962.
Your serial number dates your Smith and Wesson model 59 to the years 1977-1978.
Your Smith and Wesson model 19 was made in the year 1978 by the serial number that you have supplied.
Can't tell model number from just the serial number.
No serial number given.
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With the serial number that you have provided,your Smith and Wesson model 39-2 was made in 1976-1977.
With the serial number that you have provided,your Smith and Wesson model 14-4 was made in the year 1977.