Question - is the barrel numbered on a 2nd Model Schofield and if so where is the serial number located? Thank you.
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Schofield Barrel Serial Number - Now With Pictures
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mmaher94087
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Yes. It's under the latch part (cylinder retainer). The retainer must be removed (two screws). One screw is a cam screw that raises the retainer to remove the cylinder. The forward screw is a pivot screw. Both screws must be loosened to remove the cylinder and both screws need to be removed to see the serial numbers. The cam screw will be numbered also.
OP
Thanks Mike. Great information!
Terry,
After you remove the cylinder catch, look for the serial number on catch itself and on the rear screw too.
After you remove the cylinder catch, look for the serial number on catch itself and on the rear screw too.
OP
Thanks Mike and Petter. The seller checked the barrel and confirmed the barrel serial number matches. I already knew the cylinder serial number matched from the seller's excellent pictures and he also stated that the grips match. Anyway, the Schofield is on the way! I will reverify all serial numbers (including the cam screw) upon receipt and maybe post a few pictures. I was getting out of my comfort zone with this first time Schofield purchase and I really appreciate the assistance.
opoefc
US Veteran
The above information is correct for military shipped Schofields. For 2nd model civilian Schofields they may not have serial numbers on all the parts as do the military guns ( which was a requirement of the Ordnance Dep't for the military contract ), as civilian guns can have Service Dep't parts that are not subject to military inspection. Ed
OP
Schofield received today. I verified/re-verified that all serial numbers match the frame including cylinder, cylinder retainer, cam screw, barrel, and right stock as pictured below. Also matches on the barrel catch (not pictured).
Photo Credits - JoeSalter.com
I noticed that there are small lines in the head of the cam screw running perpendicular to the screw slot, and also a small line on the left side of the cylinder retainer next to the cam screw hole; should the lines on the screw head and retainer be lined up as pictured below when seating the cam screw?
Anyway, the Schofield appears to be a keeper! I had a chance to purchase a very high condition (also very expensive for me) 2nd Model about 10 years ago, but I was still dabbling in Colts at that time and passed on it. Since moving out of the dark side and on to S&W's I have mostly stayed with the Pre-War .357 Magnums, but I have wanted a nice representative example of a Schofield for quite some time. I believe this one fills that void as it appears to be all factory original, has a nice amount of original finish, and all military inspector markings and stock cartouches are clearly visible. Below are a few more pictures to give you a better idea of overall condition.
Photo Credits - JoeSalter.com
Photo Credits - JoeSalter.com
I noticed that there are small lines in the head of the cam screw running perpendicular to the screw slot, and also a small line on the left side of the cylinder retainer next to the cam screw hole; should the lines on the screw head and retainer be lined up as pictured below when seating the cam screw?
Anyway, the Schofield appears to be a keeper! I had a chance to purchase a very high condition (also very expensive for me) 2nd Model about 10 years ago, but I was still dabbling in Colts at that time and passed on it. Since moving out of the dark side and on to S&W's I have mostly stayed with the Pre-War .357 Magnums, but I have wanted a nice representative example of a Schofield for quite some time. I believe this one fills that void as it appears to be all factory original, has a nice amount of original finish, and all military inspector markings and stock cartouches are clearly visible. Below are a few more pictures to give you a better idea of overall condition.
Photo Credits - JoeSalter.com
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A great looking Schofield. Congratulations.
OP
Now with some Frankford Arsenal Calibre .45 Revolver Ball Cartridges from 1878 and 1879 to go with the display.
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Model19man
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Outstanding photography and a nice Schofield. Thanks for sharing.
