#Smith and wesson model 1917 serial numbers cracked

grips that show wear but are not chipped or cracked (no serial number inside, but fit perfectly and I assume are the original ones), tight action, lanyard swivel intact, exc. Check out the new Smith & Wesson Model 19.

#Smith and wesson model 1917 serial numbers serial numbers

In 50 years of collecting S&Ws I've not found that to be true on any models especially the 1917. smith and wesson serial numbers databasesmith and wesson 1917 serial numbers. They sported 5 1/2-inch barrels, polished.

Note all S&Ws guns were not produced or shipped in serial order, but that did not affect matching serial s. This series began with serial number 1, and by the end of the war 163,476 Model 1917s had been produced. (looks like it has some leading in the grooves that will brush out), generally exc. The government did take over production, but it did not affect serial number matching. markings/inspector stamps elsewhere, the commercial model also has checkered walnut grips instead of smooth on the military model, matching numbers, fine barrel blue and ejector rod blue that shows some light holster wear to the sides, some edge wear to the cylinder, frame has good blue in the protected areas with the balance flaking plum, unaltered front sight, exc. 45ACP 'N' FRAME REVOLVER, MADE IN VERY LIMITED NUMBERS DURING THE 1920s-1930s TO USE UP LEFT OVER 1917 GOVERNMENT FRAMES, the military versions stopped at serial number 169959, this one is #172XXX making it a very early example, these differ from the more common military variation in that they have the S&W trademark logo on the left side of the frame and have on 'Model 1917' etc. SCARCE VERY EARLY PRE-WAR COMMERCIAL 1917. Just google search 'Smith and Wesson revolver serial number dates.