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As already mentioned, a picture would be the most helpful in terms of general identification
If a Model number is stamped under the crane, that is a good piece of information
Aside from guestimating a date of manufacture, serial numbers rarely provide useful information as far as identification goes
Here on the Forum you will find many admirers of the 41 Magnum cartridge and the firearms that shoot it
Somewhat like you, I accidentally got my first 41 Magnum around 1980. In the 40 years since then it has grown into a full fledged passion. I have found the 41 Magnum to be one of the most accurate cartridges I have ever come across
Here is a old group photo of my 41 Magnums from about 10 years ago. I truly need to update it, but I need to get a bigger floor space
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