Smith and wesson 357 serial number lookup

2 posts · Joined 2019. #1 · Dec 30, 2019. Hello. I just purchased a 686 with an 8" barrel. Serial number Bpy7077. Also has a 216 near ejector push rod.Just curious on manufacture date and overall build quality of the gun. Attached are some pictures. Thanks!

Their cost reflected such, as they were priced at $60 when other S&W N-Frames cost $35. For that reason Smith & Wesson brought out a low-cost version called the "Highway Patrolman" in the early 1950's. In physical size it was identical to the ".357 Magnum," but finished more to suit the working man and his pocketbook.Although 1989 is not out of the question for your 686 since S&W did not ship in serial number order, 1949 or 50 is absurd for a Model 60 and reflects extreme ignorance of the model's history. The Model 60 began production in 1965, just as Google said. The modern Smith & Wesson company no longer cares about its history.I would guess by the serial that the gun does not have a trigger guard screw (front of the trigger guard). S&W has made millions of them (still in production) starting in 1899. A picture would help with value but depending on location and condition, $250-$400. My friends call me 'M ick'.Pre-Model 29 serial S153734 was shipped in February 1957. Pre-Model 29 serial S154160 was shipped in April 1957. S&W didn't ship in serial number order but there is a good chance your friend's gun shipped in Feb or March 1957. There is an expert on the Model 29 named Bill Cross, forum name Doc44.The serial number is on the butt of the grip S103012. ... As this is a .357, it is probably an "N" frame made in 1954-1955 timeframe. Model would have been a model 28 "Highway Patrolman". ... A forum community dedicated to Smith & Wesson firearm owners and enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about performance, gunsmithing, troubleshooting ...

In today’s digital age, information is power. From online shopping to financial transactions, every interaction we have leaves a digital trail. This holds true even for something a...LSB#: 210304CP02. Make: Smith & Wesson. Model: 28-2 'The Highway Patrolman'. Serial Number: S285903. Year of Manufacture: 1966-1967. Caliber: .357 Magnum & .38 Special. Action Type: 6-Shot, Double / Single Action, Swing-Out Fluted Cylinder Hand Ejector Revolver. Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked "SMITH & WESSON", the right ...Model 37: The .38 Chiefs Special Airweight. Caliber: .38 S& W Special. Double-action revolver built on the J alloy frame with five screws, 5-shot fluted alloy cylinder with a nominal length of 1.53", originally built with an alloy frame and an alloy cylinder weighing 10-3/ 4 oz., later built with steel cylinder.25658 posts · Joined 2012. #22 · Oct 7, 2019. welcome01 to the forums from the Wiregrass, Whiteowl022! Your 586 was made around 1982. As far as barrels go, eBay or gunbroker.com will usually turn one up. 6" barrels should be relatively easy to find since many folks want the 4" instead. The model 27 barrels will work as well but have a bright ...Where is the serial number located on my handgun? Revolvers - The official serial number is located on the bottom of the butt of the frame. Some revolvers also have the serial number located on the inside of the frame, in the yoke area.25691 posts · Joined 2012. #4 · Feb 25, 2024. Welcome to the forums from the Wiregrass! I believe the serial is S299xxx. It is better to take the serial from the bottom of the butt frame since that is the official serial. However, some S&W revolvers have the serial in the yoke cut, like yours. Your gun was made in 1967.Embarking on a Smith and Wesson 357 serial number lookup involves utilizing online tools and databases tailored for these firearms. The process is not only intriguing for enthusiasts but also practical for individuals seeking information about the history and authenticity of a Smith and Wesson firearm. The article guides readers through the ...32,495. What is the current value of smith & wesson Mod 28-2 highway patrolman 357 3 inch barrel serial #N14893 made 1970-72 with rubber grips and very good condition. I understand this model N serial # N1 to 100000 was produced 1970 to 72. Fairly low number if I am correct. Thanks for any Help. Mike. smith-wesson. share.

With a four digit serial number in the three thousands, this gun likely shipped from the factory in late 1888 or early 1889, based on my notes. The same gun with a 46xx serial number shipped in August 1889. Guns didn't always ship in order of serial number, so it's all a guess ... but it's safe to say that it was probably shipped prior to ...Wiregrassguy. 25582 posts · Joined 2012. #3 · Dec 16, 2020. Jonesy is pretty close, your gun was made in 1980 which was the first year of the triple alpha serials and the first year of production of the 581 which began at serial # AAA2006. So, your gun is an early first-production model. It is in remarkable condition to be 40 years old!783 posts · Joined 2020. #7 · May 3, 2022. Welcome to the forum. The 27-2 was produced from 1961 to 1982. If you share the serial number from the base of the grip frame we can give you an estimate of your revolver's ship date. Many choose to replace the last couple of digits with xs.Greetings all, I have been trying to research the age of a Model 28, and was wondering if anyone could help me out here. This gun seems to have quite a few numbers on it, and frankly it has me a little bit puzzled. Where the model number is on MOST Smith & Wesson revolvers, this gun has the number 39246 on it.

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I just purchased a model 14-2 .38 special in excellent condition with no rust or pitting. The bluing is 99%. The serial number is K6988XX. Will someone please look this up and tell me the approximate manufacture date or tell me where on the web I can find it myself? Thank you very much.The SN's will get you in the ballpark as far as manufacture date goes, but S&W uses the "ship date" as the gun's birthday. You can request from the Smith & Wesson historical Foundation a letter (costs $100) and they will research the gun and tell you the ship date and who it was originally shipped to, who will be a dealer or wholesaler.most likely candidate is a 32 hand ejector from early 1900's. also a serial number should also be seen on the butt frame - most commonly on the bottom, but sometimes on the front side. Serial number should also be found on the face of the cylinder .. 'And that's the way it happened, give or take a lie or two' 😎. Curt360 and jeepnut.Smith And Wesson Victory 38 Serial Number Lookup. The Original Magnums: The Model 27 was the original .357 and was initially called the "Registered Magnum". It has a deep blue finish, shrouded ejector, and adjustable sights. ... In 2005, S&W recycled the model number 520 for an alloy L-frame .357. Work in Progress Smith And Wesson .38 ...

S&W serial number lookup. Jump to Latest Follow ... I am looking at a 3" s&w .357 from a deceased friend's wife. I know nothing about s&w revolvers. Serial BNW1627. Photos attached. I need help with model number etc. ... I have a Smith & Wesson, Model 36 (Unknown dash), .38 Special, serial number BNR50**Feb 17, 2024 · Locate the serial number on the frame, typically found on the butt or inside the crane area. 2. Can I date a Smith & Wesson revolver without the serial number? Unfortunately, dating a revolver without a serial number is challenging. However, a local gunsmith might be able to assist you based on other characteristics or markings.Identifying features: This is where to look for the model number (not used until around 1957). Sometimes the serial number is here, especially in later models. Earlier models have them here: S&W revolver names before World War II. Name Caliber Frame. .22 Hand Ejector Ladysmith 22 Long M. .22/32 Target 22 Long Rifle I.Weight is 27.5oz. Retail was $467.00. Produced 1992-1994. Th is was a short production run of matte finished 5900 series sold as the Model 915. As the flood of plastic guns welled up in the early 1990s, Smith & Wesson piloted its own Sigma series, but also produced the Model 915 from 1992 through 1994 only. A limited run of 915s was …serpentine my swsc says 1989 your s&w model 5906 was manufactured hope this helps now how about some pictures. NRA Patron Life. serpentine. S. serpentine Discussion starter. 44 posts · Joined 2012. #3 · Jul 16, 2012. Thanks for this info. I just cleaned it, so I guess pictures will be forthcoming.Pre-Model 29 serial S153734 was shipped in February 1957. Pre-Model 29 serial S154160 was shipped in April 1957. S&W didn't ship in serial number order but there is a good chance your friend's gun shipped in Feb or March 1957. There is an expert on the Model 29 named Bill Cross, forum name Doc44.The standard location for the serial number is above the trigger guard. Some serial numbers are located underneath the frame in front of the trigger guard. Others are on the rear of the frame, above the gun's grip. ... The numbers in the Smith & Wesson serial numbers are random numbers. References. Smith & Wesson; Frequently; 2011 ;Advertisement ­Intense study in the field of serial murder has resulted in two ways of classifying serial killers: one based on motive and one based on organizational and social pa...R. Medina on October 31, 2020: ttn intnl model 1878 s/n 4751. michael v ventimiglia on October 30, 2020: new england firearms ( N G 001039 ) model r22 ultra mini. Volunteer arms co. on October 29, 2020: 16 gauge serial number is 90524xe what would it be worth and how old is it. Joseph Farrell on October 27, 2020:on a S&W revolver, the true serial number, stamped on older or engraved on newer, is located on the butt of the revolver, the model number and may include a "dash" followed by the version (and sometimes a duplicate and/or partial serial number) is located on the inside yoke of the frame, the same area where inspection and recall modification ...

14348 posts · Joined 2012. #3 · Mar 13, 2020. I don't believe that is the serial number. The Model 64 is built on the stainless steel K service frame. It is a stainless steel version of the Model 10. Model 64's were first introduced in 1970. It should have a "K" somewhere in the serial number or the serial number will begin with a three ...

In one known example a gun with serial S136431 was not shipped until June of 1958. It's possible that a large block of serial numbers that appear to be from 1954-55 were not actually used until 1957-58. It at least one case a gun has a 5-screw serial and was built as a 4-screw gun. N Series N Frames:Ammo Capacity: All J-frame .38 Special and .357 magnum revolvers have a five-round capacity. K-frames all have six. L-frames can hold six or seven shots depending on the model. Older N-frame designs have a six-round capacity but the newer ones hold eight.Identifying features: This is where to look for the model number (not used until around 1957). Sometimes the serial number is here, especially in later models. Earlier models have them here: S&W revolver names before World War II. Name Caliber Frame. .22 Hand Ejector Ladysmith 22 Long M. .22/32 Target 22 Long Rifle I.Hunting a serial killer is, according to experts, a fundamentally different type of detective work than any other type of homicide investigation. For decades the top investigators ...25691 posts · Joined 2012. #4 · Feb 25, 2024. Welcome to the forums from the Wiregrass! I believe the serial is S299xxx. It is better to take the serial from the bottom of the butt frame since that is the official serial. However, some S&W revolvers have the serial in the yoke cut, like yours. Your gun was made in 1967.27 posts · Joined 2012. #1 · Feb 12, 2012. Recently purchased a MINT condition 6906 and am wondering the date of manufacture and generation. The Serial Number is TCV32XX. Thanks in advance. Smith & Wesson 6944 9mm. Smith & Wesson 6906 9mm. FNH FNP-40. Rohm Model 66 22LR.Hello I thought that someone may like this Reference of K-Frame serial number's. H.D. Post-War K-FrameSerial Numbers List. 1946- K-101--614 1947-K-615. ... Smith & Wesson Firearms > K-Frame Discussion > Post-War K-Frame Serial Number Sequence . Moderators: HotToyz44Mag, Mob Of Crows, jimg11, Top Break. Share. Share with:From the Creator of the .357 Magnum: This is a 1972 Model 19-3 Smith & Wesson .357 Magnum. Bill Jordan asked Smith & Wesson to make a .357 Magnum on the medium-sized and lighter K frame, rather than the heavy N frame. Production of the 2 1/2" barrel Model 19 began in 1967. Handguns and long guns from the late 1940s through the 1970s are ...Jan 26, 2023 · Model 19-3 Serial Number 4K797xx. Hi Guys - New Member but long time collector and shooting enthusiast. Several years ago I purchased a S&W Model 19-3 357 from a friend and it's since become my wife's favorite. It's in beautiful condition and has one of the smoothest triggers on any revolver I own. I've been searching the forum to try to get ...1 post · Joined 2022. #1 · Dec 6, 2022. Hello, I just acquired a Smith and Wesson model 13-2. If I'm looking at the correct numbers, the serial number is D1609756. Is there a way to find the date of manufacture for this beauty. It appears to have never been fired, and in almost excellent condition and I'm trying to catalog it for my collection.

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The 581 is built on the larger L-frame, so it can handle just about any ammo you can feed it, short of a stick of dynamite (lol). Any factory 38 SPL or .357 magnum load out there will be safe to shoot thru it. With the full radial lug under the barrel the balance will be excellent when you're shooting it.The site I used was apparently for "repaired" firearms. I will contact Smith and Wesson. I just acquired a 19-4, my understanding is they were made mid 70s - early 80s. Thank you for the direction. The Model 19-4 began in 1977. The range of 19-4's I have cataloged (their s/n's) is 20K24xx - May 78 to 123K0xx - Dec 85.Use the Smith and Wesson serial number lookup tool to gather information on specific models. Locate the serial number on your firearm, typically found on the frame or inside the barrel. Take note of any changes in serial number patterns over the years, as this can affect identification.Your correct. Taking the grips off the 19-4 and the serial number is on the butt plate. The same number is repeated in the #1 position in the photo above in my first post. The serial numbers; 19-3 4K99xxx. 19-4 39K9xxx. Yes, the 19-4 is a blued 6-inch barrel, and is a beauty. It looks brand new.The 141K562 is the serial number and it dates the gun to 1982. That was also the year that the Model 19-5 was introduced. As a dash five, it will lack the barrel pin and the counter-bored that appeared on all earlier variants of the Combat Magnum. A nickel plated Model 19-5 with 4" barrel would be a fairly popular item today.5. Is there an online database to look up Smith & Wesson serial numbers? Yes, Smith & Wesson provides an online database on their official website that can help you determine the manufacturing year using the serial number. 6. Can a Smith & Wesson revolver have its serial number removed or altered? Tampering with the serial …Smith & Wesson S&W Texas Ranger Commemorative 19-5 .357 Mag 4″ Revolver C&R. SOLD FOR: $1925. LSB#: 211101NW01. Make: Smith & Wesson. Model: 19-3, The .357 Combat Magnum Texas Ranger Commemorative. Serial Number: TR2731.He died and all the information about the gun died with him. The serial number would tend to date this one to about 1993, which is some time after the Model 629-1 was discontinued. But the application of the 3-Alpha serial numbers was notoriously inconsistent in those days. The round butt and three inch barrel reminds me of some of the Lew ... ….

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We continue to bring innovative firearms to market that meet the needs of every shooter and deliver on exceptional quality with ...Greetings all, I have been trying to research the age of a Model 28, and was wondering if anyone could help me out here. This gun seems to have quite a few numbers on it, and frankly it has me a little bit puzzled. Where the model number is on MOST Smith & Wesson revolvers, this gun has the number 39246 on it.Your mention about "little recoil" in the heavy model-27 was of particular help in my rapid double-action shooting with magnums. My favorite 27-2, a five inch with a new factory nickel finish after retiring it for stainless steel. A "S" serial number with a 6 and one half inch barrel with a somewhat scarce red ramp front sight on a 6 &1/2 incher.Hello I thought that someone may like this Reference of K-Frame serial number's. H.D. Post-War K-FrameSerial Numbers List. 1946- K-101--614 1947-K-615. ... Smith & Wesson Firearms > K-Frame Discussion > Post-War K-Frame Serial Number Sequence . Moderators: HotToyz44Mag, Mob Of Crows, jimg11, Top Break. Share. …Greetings all, I have been trying to research the age of a Model 28, and was wondering if anyone could help me out here. This gun seems to have quite a few …13902 posts · Joined 2009. #1 · Aug 11, 2013. DATING A S&W. Please note that this list is a general guide and not meant to be exact. There is some dispute regarding the dates on some serial numbers and your gun may actually be a year off from what is listed. The precise shipping date as "lettered" can be several years off depending on model.Pre-Model 29 serial S153734 was shipped in February 1957. Pre-Model 29 serial S154160 was shipped in April 1957. S&W didn't ship in serial number order but there is a good chance your friend's gun shipped in Feb or March 1957. There is an expert on the Model 29 named Bill Cross, forum name Doc44. Smith and wesson 357 serial number lookup, Jul 9, 2012 · S&W Model 28-2 Serial number N194450. That would be a 1973 gun. Th Model 28-2 Highway Patrolman was made only in .357 S&W Magnum. If the barrel was rebored to 44 caliber, any collector value has been lost. Selling it might take a while, you will need to find someone that wants a HP in 44 Special rather than a properly marked Model 24., Up for grabs is a Smith & Wesson Model 28-2 Highway Patrolman double-action revolver in .357 Mag. Serial number- S280338. Through our research we believe this revolver was manufactured between 1966 and 1967. This Model 28-2 is in excellent condition, features a 6 inch barrel, the original wooden grips with matching serial numbers and comes with a …, Smith and Wesson K frame (model 10 or M&P - it isn't stamped) serial number 746xx. I'm guessing sometime in the forties. The latest patent date is Dec 29, 1914 and is decked out with mother-of-pearl grips and a light weight 6 inch bbl., 267 posts · Joined 2012. #18 · Apr 19, 2013. I too have a 19-3 but mine is a 4in, I am a member of the colt forum so I really like the ponys, I have 2 pythons a 68 and a 84 and I hate to say this but my model 19 has as good a da pull as my pythons. It is a little rough but I can strap it on and carry while I bushog., To determine the age of your Smith & Wesson revolver, locate the serial number on the firearm’s frame, grip, or bottom of the handle, and then reference it to an online database or S&W’s customer support for manufacturing date verification. Contents [ show] 1., There is an easy way to determine if the nickel is original to the gun. Pull off the "Goodyears" on the handle, there will be a "N" stamped in the handle, normally the left side, toward the butt, if it is an original nickel finish. That is the easiest way to check. Good looking piece. Some of the edges look a little "rounded", but with me eyes ..., In 1958 the 357 magnum was assigned the model number 27. Many would call your revolver a pre model 27. Take care of it. Those 3.5' model 27's are worth pretty big money. Most nice onessell for over $1200, and yours is nice. Psalms 144:1 Blessed be the LORD, my rock, who trains my hands for war, my fingers for battle., A Model 28 with a serial number in that range would have been shipped ca. 1959-1960. The 28-0 is the initial model number for the Highway Patrolman after S&W started assigning model numbers in ca. 1957. An early 1970's serial number would begin with "N", since the "S" prefix was discontinued as a result of the 1968 Gun Control Act., When it comes to buying or selling heavy equipment, having accurate information about a machine’s history is crucial. One of the most important pieces of information is the serial ..., LSB#: 210304CP02. Make: Smith & Wesson. Model: 28-2 ‘The Highway Patrolman’. Serial Number: S285903. Year of Manufacture: 1966-1967. Caliber: .357 Magnum & .38 Special. Action Type: 6-Shot, Double / Single Action, Swing-Out Fluted Cylinder Hand Ejector Revolver. Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “SMITH & WESSON”, the right ..., hello, trying to figure out what year my 629 was made and what model number it is as well, as the stamp on the inside appears to be a 629-8 but I think the -8 might be really a -6, my serial number is: CZJ4302. Welcome to the forums from the Wiregrass! Our tables end in 2015. CZJ is either 2015 or 2016 and later., Just recently purchased a used 686-6 plus 4" with a s/n of (edit CXT) CTX 2269. No original box however. Thanks to all who have posted about serial numbers relating to date of mfg. I emailed and Facebook messaged S&W and 3 different answers. Feb of 2015 (2x) and Feb 2013. So I am going with Feb 2015 I guess., 25698 posts · Joined 2012. #3 · Dec 12, 2020. Well, I guess I was off by a year. Model 29-2 serial number N65038 was shipped in January 1973. Model 29-2 serial number N65760 was shipped from the factory in October 1972. Model 29-2 serial number N66051 was shipped in March 1973. Model 29-2 serial N70815 was shipped in March …, The frame serial number on an S&W revolver is usually engraved or stamped onto the bottom of the frame. See 3,000+ New Gun Deals HERE. 4. Is the barrel serial number the same as the frame? No, the barrel serial number on an S&W revolver is a separate number. It is often found on the underside of the barrel, near the frame. 5., May 7, 2008 · AFAIK S&W has not made any factory SS revolvers chambered in .38S&W. Second, S&W made 3 different models of .38S&W revolvers with different serial number ranges. We need to determine the model first. The candidates are: 1) .38/32 Terrier aka Model 32: 1-7/8" barrel, round butt, I-frame or J-frame (small) w/ 1-1/4" long 5-shot cylinder., 2 posts · Joined 2021. #1 · Dec 22, 2021. I'm having the hardest time sorting out what you're these guns for made. I have two 686, 6-in revolvers. The serial numbers are: AUJ33XX. BFW56XX. Any help appreciated in dating these two pistols as it appears the first year's of production or worth more money. Birdhunter6, Cliff and jonesy814., Showing stamped nomenclature on barrel unique to model 28. The Smith & Wesson (S&W) Model 28, also known as the Highway Patrolman, is an N-frame revolver chambered for the .357 Magnum cartridge, in production from 1954 to 1986. It is a high quality matte-finished bead blasted version of the S&W Model 27 ., Jun 21, 2011 · 463 posts · Joined 2009. #2 · Jun 21, 2011 (Edited) A.) The serial number is always on the butt of the gripframe, but it may also be on the yoke after the cylinder crane is swung open. I have a 65-4 and there is no serial number there, only on the butt. B.) Small numbers are assembly numbers and have no meaning once they leave the factory., There have been three major series of .38 Special and .357 magnum K-frames along with a couple of unique models: Military & Police : The original K-frame. …, Most of us are familiar with so-called “famous” serial killers, like Ted Bundy, the Zodiac Killer, the Night Stalker and the Golden State Killer. Some are so famous they have their..., In today’s fast-paced world, it’s essential for businesses to efficiently manage their inventory and track product information. One effective way to do this is by utilizing a seria..., NUMBER OF MAGAZINES 2. 10LB TRIGGER NO. DOWNLOADS. Spec Sheet. 187020 M&P®40 SHIELD COMPLIANT. Owner's Manual. MANUAL, SHIELD 2.0 9/40/45 INCLUDING 4in - 3009898. Caliber. 40 S&W. ... ALL BACKED BY OUR SMITH & WESSON LIFETIME SERVICE POLICY. Availability subject to applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and ordinances., Smith and Wesson 27-2 357 magnum for sale online. ... Search FFL Transfer Dealers; ATF FFL License Check; x ... Manufacturer: Smith and Wesson Model: 27-2 Serial Number: N218314 Barrel Length: 6 Condition: Excellent Metal Condition: 99% Wood Condition: 100% Bore Condition: Perfect, Looks like 1978-1979. Number Range is 25K0001 - 56K9999 so if production rate remained the same yours would be late 1978. We like pictures. Here's my 19-4; Have A Good One, Rob. He that hath a purse, let him take it, and likewise his scrip and he that hath no sword, let him sell his garment, and buy one. Jesus., #1 · Sep 4, 2013. Hello, I recently purchased a blued 357mag Mod 19-5. I am very curious when this beautiful 6 inch revolver was built, so maybe someone here can help. The …, Kevin714. 206 posts · Joined 2017. #9 · Nov 4, 2019. I really hope I don't come off as being a jerk, but if you want a wealth of information on S&W's. Buy the book. I understand the people who had a S&W passed on to them from a family member, or people who just bought their first Smith. You got yourself a couple really nice squeezers., How to determine the model number of your Smith & Wesson Revolver. Swing out the cylinder, check behind the yoke on the frame for a MODEL NUMBER. Model numbers began in 1957-58., By Mike McNez. Decoding the serial number on a Smith & Wesson firearm requires some research, as several codes were utilized for guns manufactured before and after World …, Kevin714. 206 posts · Joined 2017. #9 · Nov 4, 2019. I really hope I don't come off as being a jerk, but if you want a wealth of information on S&W's. Buy the book. I understand the people who had a S&W passed on to them from a family member, or people who just bought their first Smith. You got yourself a couple really nice squeezers., The Serial Number is A4441** I was wondering if anyone could help me pinpoint the date of manufacture for this particular pistol. Here is a picture: ... Smith and Wesson 39- 2 serial number A129*** ... 357 model 28-2 Serial Numbers: Old Eagle: S&W Revolvers: 1961 to 1980: 17: 06-14-2023 11:49 AM:, Smith and Wesson Serial Number Date of Manufacture J Frame Revolver Lookup. For models 36, 37, 38, 49, 50 and pre model number versions. Year-wise Serial Numbers, During the 1980s, Smith & Wesson developed its L-frame line of.357 Magnums: the Model 581, Model 586, Model 681, and Model 686. The Model 581 had a fixed notch type rear sight, whereas the 586 ..., Oct 2, 2016 · In one known example a gun with serial S136431 was not shipped until June of 1958. It's possible that a large block of serial numbers that appear to be from 1954-55 were not actually used until 1957-58. It at least one case a gun has a 5-screw serial and was built as a 4-screw gun. N Series N Frames: