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The only sure way to determine a manufacture date on S&Ws is to pay for a letter from the factory. However, the Standard Catalog of Smith and Wesson shows shipping date for Model 39 serial numbers between A565001-A655000 as 1978-1979. A decent guess would be early to mid 1979. What is the age of a smith Wesson model 39 serial number 69344? The smith and Wesson model 39 was introduced to the public in 1955.But in 1949 the U.S. Army used it as a service pistol trials.

Smith & Wesson is excited to announce a new partnership with the Smith & Wesson Historical Foundation (S&WHF). The S&WHF will now be providing the Smith & Wesson letter of authenticity.A letter of authenticity can help bring new insight about the age, make and model of your firearm.To order a letter, please click the link below to visit the Smith & Wesson Historical Foundation. A new serial number system. The new system consists of four sets of digits separated by a hyphen. The first set is the manufacturers code, the second designates the type of firearm, the third set is the firearms chronological number, the fourth set shows the year of mfg. AYA 1995-2006 Year ser. # end 199516-03-001-95 16-03-800-95. A good resource for serial number history is Jim Supica's book 'Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson', which I own but have loaned out. I have a smith and wesson model 10 the serial number is 701x anyone know what year it is 38 special 6 inch barrel blued thanks.

BreakyP: The USAF did indeed purchase small numbers of the Model 39 pistol during the 1960s. They are very scarce guns. None that I have observed, including the example I own which letters as having been shipped to Warner Robins AFB in 1969, bear any US or other factory applied military markings. They are completely indistinguishable from the civilian Model 39s produced at the same time. I am operating from memory since I am not in a position to check my source materials right now, but as I recall there were at least 100 or so Model 39-2s which shipped to the US Navy.

Your left hand holster is indeed USGI but was designed for service with the Beretta M9 pistol, not the S&W Model 39. If you will post here or email me the complete serial number on your pistol I may be able to give you more information.

Without a complete serial it is all just guesswork. You can reach me at and remove the NOSPAM. Regards, Charlie Flick S&WCA #729 Colt Collectors Assoc. NRA Life Member. Breakyp: Thanks for providing the complete serial. I have some further checking to do but for now I can report that your pistol was shipped from the S&W factory no earlier than 1971, when the first Model 39-2s went into production.

In checking with some other long time S&W collectors none have, so far, reported observing a US marked 39-2 before. Of course, that may mean nothing if your pistol was part of a small order of US marked guns that has gone undetected to collectors for the past 40 years.

On the other hand, one would think that such a gun would have likely come to the attention of S&W martial pistol collectors before now if it was indeed a legit US gun. As I said, I have some further checking to do and hope to have more for you in a few days. I hope this information is helpful to you. Regards, Charlie Flick S&WCA #729 Colt Collectors Assoc. I've got a couple of questions about this pistol that I hope are still on topic(don't want to hi-jack the thread). On the Marcas Registradas, which I know is Spanish for brand registered(literal translation) or what we would more probably call registered trademark, why would a US made gun, made for the US military have Spanish writing on it?

I'm just curious about it as it caught my eye. BTW OP, nice looking pistol.

Another question is about when these would have been issued and to who. My dad was an AF pilot who was killed in the VN war in '65. Is this pistol one that he would have been issued or would he have had something else? Breakyp: Thanks for providing the complete serial. I have some further checking to do but for now I can report that your pistol was shipped from the S&W factory no earlier than 1971, when the first Model 39-2s went into production. In checking with some other long time S&W collectors none have, so far, reported observing a US marked 39-2 before. Of course, that may mean nothing if your pistol was part of a small order of US marked guns that has gone undetected to collectors for the past 40 years.

On the other hand, one would think that such a gun would have likely come to the attention of S&W martial pistol collectors before now if it was indeed a legit US gun. As I said, I have some further checking to do and hope to have more for you in a few days. I hope this information is helpful to you. Regards, Charlie Flick S&WCA #729 Colt Collectors Assoc.

NRA Life Thank you for the comments. I took the chance as I know the dealer and he doesn't play games.

Price was reasonable enough that I didn't pay for a stamp job. I know about hush puppies and I do remember AF in late 60's buying same. It was in an early issue of Gun World if memory serves. I've got a couple of questions about this pistol that I hope are still on topic(don't want to hi-jack the thread). On the Marcas Registradas, which I know is Spanish for brand registered(literal translation) or what we would more probably call registered trademark, why would a US made gun, made for the US military have Spanish writing on it?My dad was an AF pilot who was killed in the VN war in '65. Is this pistol one that he would have been issued or would he have had something else?Great: Your question is one that comes up frequently. A fellow member of the SWCA, DC Wilson, recently answered that question for another inquirer and had the following concise answer which I can't improve upon: 'Marca Registrada' is the term for 'Trademark' in both Spanish and Portuguese, though the spelling 'registada' is also seen in Portuguese-speaking countries.

S&W had experienced problems with Spanish knock-offs of their revolvers in the early 1900s; they had also fulfilled two huge contracts to provide weapons to Brazil, a Portuguese-speaking nation, in 1937 and 1946. Factory Historian Roy Jinks has reported that the company found it necessary following an infringement lawsuit in the 1920s to mark their exports to Spain with a Spanish-language trademark to protect their legal rights there. Before WWII, some exported guns were so marked. Shortly after WWII, with the recent 1946 Brazilian contract still visible in the rear view mirror and with the possibility of new international trade opening up in Spanish-speaking countries, S&W president Carl Hellstrom decided to simplify export labeling by just putting the phrase on all company products. It was easier to mark all guns than to keep track of the ones going to specific countries and labeling only those. The order to make the change to the four line address block containing the phrase ' marcas registradas' was issued in April of 1948. As to what handgun USAF pilots carried in SEA, there were many choices and many stories of individual pilots choosing their own weapons.

However, most often the weapon was the 4 inch S&W Model 15 Combat Masterpiece in.38 Special. Less frequently seen was the 2 inch S&W Model 56.38 Special revolver. Most of the alloy Aircrewman.38 Special Revolvers (both Colt and S&W) had been withdrawn and destroyed by the time the war really cranked up. Again, many USAF airmen carried weapons of their own choosing (M1911A1 pistols, the Victory, etc.) so there is no absolute answer. If I had to pick the most likely handgun that a USAF pilot carried in SEA I would select the Model 15. Hope that helps you.

Regards, Charlie Flick. I cannot remember where, or how long ago for that matter, I saw this, however. Some of the 39's for the USN (?) had a small sheet metal dust cover for the ejection port. It was very simple, sort of a stamped 'U' shape with two holes near the bottom, the slide stop held it into place. To install the cover, one removed the slide stop. Placed the cover over the slide, and reinstall the slide stop thru the hole on the left side, thru the pistol, and thru the hole on the right side of the cover. The slide moves to the rear, the cover was held stationary by the slide stop.

In regards to the quality of the S&W Model 39, it was the favorite pistol as I recall of Major George Nonte who was a well known gun writer in the late 1960s early 1970s but who unfortunately died fairly young. I had a fair amount of respect for most of Nonte's writings and opinions. I thought Hush Puppies were typically the high capacity Model 59 variants but admit I am not sure. The Model 59 was probably the first 'wonder nine' of all but was largely damned due to its ergonomics or lack thereof. S&W commercialized the Model 59 after military didn't buy it was my understanding.

I had heard some complaints that the Model 39 wasn't so hot on handling hollow points of the day if I remeber correctly, but was widely praised for its ergonomic grip. It was adopted by the Illinois State Police and if I remember correctly, you may see some in 'Blues Brothers' comedy movie. Hello again, BreakyP: I now have the information I was seeking for you. Your M39-2 was shipped from the factory in January, 1971. However, it was not shipped to a US Government or US military destination.

Instead, it was shipped to a commercial distributor. Thus, unless some evidence can be found that in the 1971 time frame the US military or other Government agency bought M39-2s from a commercial distributor rather than the factory and then had US markings applied (a dubious proposition), I would have to conclude that this pistol is not USGI. I am sorry that I don't have better news for you. I was hoping to find that this was the first legitimate, USGI US-marked M39-2 known to collectors. Regards, Charlie Flick. Greatguns, I think your Dad went to his reward before the 39. I was issued one of the Aluminum frame models to carry as survival weapon in late 66 by USN.

It was one of the first we got and did not last long. Don't remember what markings were on it from factory but it was great to shoot (until the frame stress cracked). My Ham Hands did not like the 38 spc so I borrowed a 1911 from my dad to carry. Most of the guys just carried 38's (navy carrier fighters and attack).

Hope that info may be of some help. BTW - 1 put 6 or 700 rounds throught he S&W before it got wacky cause of the cracky. Scopes of all trades! It may have belonged to one of the various federal agencies. Just because it did not go to the military does not mean it didn't end up someplace interesting at some time. I'm not sure why someone would stamp a fake 'U.S.'

S W 39 2 Serial Numbers

Stamp on a gun never issued to the military in hopes of making a fortune. Before I'd discount the gun completely more research would be in order.

Shipping info is not the end all of information on a gun. It could have been a gun intended to go to the govt originally and then sold off as overstock.

Smith And Wesson Model 39 Serial Numbers

There are more than a few reasons it could be marked correctly.

S&w 39 Serial Number Dates

Hi all New to the forum and new to serious shooting and recently earn hunting license. I just purchased a Model 39 (Understand it is 39-2) and see some of you have ability to date these.

Have not even received the gun since California 10 wait. The serial on my paperwork states 61524. No prefix or letters. Was gun of families deceased father and gunsmith at shop says looks as if maybe only fired few times or just the factory firing. Could someone let me know approx.

Year on this. Very excited to shoot after reading all the positive things said on here. Thanks New to forums also.

The 686 no dash you reference, by the advanced serial # (AJV) would indicate manufacture in '85/'86, about the time the -1's were coming out.

The Smith & Wesson Model 686 is a six- or seven-shot double-actionrevolver manufactured by Smith & Wesson and chambered for the .357 Magnumcartridge; it will also chamber and fire .38 Special cartridges. Smith & Wesson introduced the Model 686 in 1981. It is the stainless steel version of the Model 586, which featured a blued steel finish. They are available ported and unported with a choice of 6- or 7-round cylinders.^[1]

The Model 686 is based on S&W's L (medium) revolver frame. During the 1980s, Smith & Wesson developed its L-Frame line of .357 Magnums: the Model 581, Model 586, Model 681 and Model 686. The Models 581 and 681 have fixed sights, whereas the 586 and 686 use adjustable sights.^[2]

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Variants of the 686[edit]

The 686 has been available with 64, 76, 102, 127, 152, and 211 mm (2.5, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 8.325 in) barrel lengths as standard models and other barrel lengths either by special order from S&W's Performance Center custom shop, or acquired from or built by after-market gunsmiths. The Performance Center made a limited number of Model 686s chambered for .38 Super cartridges for competitive shooters.^[1]

The 686 features a 6-round cylinder. The 686P variant, marketed as the Model 686 Plus, has a 7-round cylinder. The 686PP variant, with PP designating PowerPort, has an integral compensator (also known as a muzzle brake).

The 686 has been made with pistol grips having a squared or rounded end (colloquially, 'square butt' or 'round butt'). The grips on the pistol can be changed, and multiple after-market options are available.

The Model 686 has an adjustable rear sight, and until 1992, the 152 and 211 mm (6 and 8.325 in) versions had the option of an adjustable front sight. They had Goncalo alveshardwood grips until 1994, when the grip was replaced by a rubber Hogue grip.^[1]

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Through the years, there have been several variations on the Model 686. The Model 686 Classic Hunter was introduced in 1988 and has a 150 mm (6 in) barrel and a non-fluted cylinder; the Model 686 Black Stainless was introduced in 1989 and has either a 100 or 150 mm (4 or 6 in) barrel with a black finish, with production limited to 5000; the Model 686 National Security Special was introduced in 1992 and has a 76 or 102 mm (3 or 4 in) barrel; the Model 686 Target Champion was introduced in 1992 and has a 150 mm (6 in) match-grade barrel, adjustable trigger stop, and walnut grips; the Model 686 Power Port was introduced in 1994 and has a ported 150 mm (6 in) barrel; the Model 686 Plus was introduced in 1996 and has a 64, 76, 102, or 152 mm (2.5, 3, 4, or 6 in) barrel, adjustable sights, 7-shot cylinder, and Hogue rubber grips. As with all current Smith & Wesson revolvers, the 686 Plus now has a key lock integral to the frame of the gun.^[1]

Engineering and production changes[edit]

• 686 (no dash), 1981 Introduction model
• 686-1, 1986 radius stud package, floating hand
• 686-2, 1987 changed hammer nose, bushing and associated parts
• 686-3, 1988 new yoke retention system
• 686-4, 1993 change rear sight leaf, drill and tap frame, change extractor, Hogue grips
• 686-5, 1997 change frame design to eliminate cylinder stop stud, eliminate serrated tangs, MIM hammer and trigger, change internal lock.
• 686-6, 2001 internal lock
• 686-7, 2003 Performance Center .38 Super, 6-Shot unfluted cylinder, 4' barrel, Stainless Steel, 250 Made

Gallery[edit]

Users[edit]

• France – Used by GIGN during amphibious operations.^[3]
• Norway – The 3'-barreled version with Goncalo alveshardwood-grip was used as a sidearm in the alien immigrant-branches of the Norwegian Police Service by individual plainclothes officers during the early 1990s.^{[citation needed]}
• United States – Used by U.S. Border Patrol.^{[citation needed]} Used by legacy U.S. Customs Service.^{[citation needed]} Used by the legacy U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Service^{[citation needed]} Used by U.S. Navy SEALs during waterborne missions.^[4] Used by some smaller police departments and by individual officers in larger departments, especially in marine environments.^[5]
• Luxembourg – Used by the Luxembourg Grand Ducal Police as duty weapon from the 1980s through 2017 when it was replaced by the HK VP9.^[6]
• United States - Used by the Oso Grande 4x4 Posse as an approved weapon for posse members preferring a revolver. Some twenty revolvers were acquired in the early 2000's as issue/approved weapons.

Recall[edit]

In 1987, seven years after the release of the Model 686, there were reports of cylinder binding with some types of standard .357 Magnum ammunition for L-frame revolvers manufactured before August 1987. S&W put out a product warning and authorized a no-charge upgrade to make modifications to the revolver. All recalled and reworked guns were stamped with an M marking, signifying that they had been recalled and fixed; thus it is known as the M modification for all 686, 686-1, 586-1, and 586-2 revolvers.^[7]

References[edit]

1. ^ ^abcdSupica, Jim; Richard Nahas (2007). Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson (3 ed.). F+W Media, Inc. pp. 331–363. ISBN978-0-89689-293-4.
2. ^Boorman, Dean K. (2002). The History of Smith & Wesson Firearms. Globe Pequot. p. 119. ISBN978-1-58574-721-4.
3. ^Jim Supica (2011). Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson 3rd. Iola, wisconsin: Gun Digest Books. p. 343. ISBN978-1-4402-2700-4.
4. ^Chalker, Denny; Dockery, Kevin (2009). One Perfect Op. New York: Harper Collins. p. 104. ISBN978-0-06-175129-5.
5. ^Sweeney, Patrick (2011). The Gun Digest Book of Smith & Wesson. Iola, Wisconsin: Gun Digest Books. p. 104. ISBN978-1-4402-2714-1.
6. ^'So sieht die neue Pistole der Police Grand-Ducale aus'. L'Essentiel. 19 January 2017. Retrieved 19 January 2019.
7. ^Product Warning, Popular Mechanics, January 1988, p. 11.

External links[edit]

If you own a Smith and Wesson handgun, you might be interested in finding out some more information on your particular gun. Once you locate the serial number, then you are able to do some research and find out a little history on your gun. Below you will find some visual examples of where to look for the serial number on your S&W handgun. You can then use the serial number to find out the Smith & Wesson date manufactured for your particular gun. Keep in mind that many Smith and Wesson guns produced before 1957 did not have a serial number stamped on them. These older guns will take a little more effort to find out their history. For those Smith Wesson with serial numbers, see the pictures below to find where to look.

S W Serial Numbers Chart

Smith Wesson Serial Numbers - Revolvers

Smith Wesson Serial Numbers - Pistols

There are some exceptions to the locations shown above for certain S&W pistols. On the Sigma series and the SW99 models, you will find the serial number in the locations shown in the pictures below.

Smith Wesson Serial Numbers - Sigma Series

Smith Wesson Serial Numbers - SW99

Smith Pre Model 10 Serial Number Lookup

Once you've located the serial number, then you can try to contact Smith and Wesson and see if they can give you an information about your particular gun like date of manufacture or other specific details. You can try to contact their customer support by phone and see if they would be willing to help you that way. If they are unable (or unwilling) to help over the phone, then you can contact them via writing with information on your S&W pistol, and they will research your particular firearm and send you a written report. You can send them a picture and they can find out more of the background on your gun along with the date manufactured. They will charge you for this service ($50 at the time this was written) and it is probably only worthwhile for older collectible guns which have no serial numbers. If you can find the serial number, then you are better off just trying to call S&W customer service first. If that doesn't work, then you could try to contact a gun shop and see if they can help you. Furthermore, some internet forums are filled with helpful and knowledgeable people that would be happy to help try to interpret the serial number on your handgun. In addition, a book such as: Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson written by Jim Supica, Richard Nahas, published 2007, can be used to try to get more information about your gun. This book can be very helpful in finding Smith & Wesson date manufactured information and also general historical information about different S&W firearms. In fact, if you post a message on an internet group asking for help in identifying your particular Smith & Wesson gun, then it is very likely that a member of the group will use this book or something similar when they help. Thankfully, most people will probably have a newer gun with the serial numbers, and it should be relatively easy to get more background information using that number. The old guns without the serial numbers are the ones that can be a little trickier. Regarding old Smith & Wesson guns, below is an interesting video narrated by Jim Supica about an early S&W revolver given to the legendary Teddy Roosevelt.

Smith And Wesson 686-3 Serial Number Lookup

Smith And Wesson Serial Number Catalog 2019

S&w 686 Serial Number Location

Smith And Wesson Pistols Catalog

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