[QUOTE=Kernel Crittenden,

Dear Kernel, you seem to know so much about dates and manufacturing data. I know some of the gun, but if you have more that would be helpful. Can you help me with this gun?

Thanks. - Hutch

S&W Model 586-7 (7 shot)
.357 Magnum 4” Blue
made in 2004 (1 of 1000) CHT53198

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