|
|
 |
09-18-2012, 11:44 PM
|
 |
Member
|
|
|
Join Date: Nov 2010
Location: Lynden, WA
Posts: 535
Likes: 204
Liked 400 Times in 149 Posts
|
|
4-screw K22 Questions (with vintage holster and pictures)
[UPDATE IN POST 34]
Hi all,
Just picked up my second S&W in less than a week; and it's another 4-screw! What are the odds? K2776XX 4-screw K22, in near excellent condition. I'm actually glad it has the minimal wear it does or else I'd feel bad about shooting it. The stocks do number to the gun. Here's the obligatory cell phone picture;
Now I've got a couple question for the experts;
Any idea what year it was manufactured?
The holster in the picture came with the gun; any idea what it is? There aren't any markings except for "K 6" which I assume means 6" K-frame.
Last edited by 71firebird400; 11-14-2012 at 11:22 PM.
|
|
The Following 12 Users Like Post:
|
0le, Bert Man, bigmoose, chud333, COYOTEHUNTER, DCWilson, DGT, gunlovingirl, Jim R, RKmesa, tinkerunique, Wiregrassguy |
09-18-2012, 11:53 PM
|
 |
Member
|
|
|
Join Date: May 2009
Location: South Florida
Posts: 7,783
Likes: 2,486
Liked 8,318 Times in 2,919 Posts
|
|
Congrats on a fine early "Transitional" 4 screw with earlier "High Speed" hammer.
According to the SCSW it was probably made in 1956.
Cool holster too
Thanks for sharing it.
|
09-19-2012, 12:52 AM
|
|
Member
|
|
|
Join Date: Nov 2010
Location: Lynden, WA
Posts: 535
Likes: 204
Liked 400 Times in 149 Posts
|
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by Engine49guy
Congrats on a fine early "Transitional" 4 screw with earlier "High Speed" hammer.
According to the SCSW it was probably made in 1956.
Cool holster too
Thanks for sharing it.
|
Thanks for the date; 1956 is the year my father was born! When did they convert from 5-screw to 4-screw in the K22?
|
09-19-2012, 01:02 AM
|
 |
US Veteran
|
|
|
Join Date: Nov 2006
Location: Central New Mexico
Posts: 2,675
Likes: 1,179
Liked 1,116 Times in 409 Posts
|
|
Nice sixgun.
The holster "looks" like a Hunter when they were making them with floral carving but I do not think Hunter would have marked it "K 6".
I think Hunter was preceeded by Colorado Saddlery which was preceeded by Heiser.
Maybe a Colorado Saddlery? But I would think it would be so marked. As well a Heiser.
We have some very keen leather folks here, you might want to re-title or start another thread with a header saying "Vintage holster with pics and questions" or some such.
__________________
Have guns...will shoot'em.
|
09-19-2012, 01:36 AM
|
|
Member
|
|
|
Join Date: Nov 2010
Location: Lynden, WA
Posts: 535
Likes: 204
Liked 400 Times in 149 Posts
|
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by semperfi71
Nice sixgun.
The holster "looks" like a Hunter when they were making them with floral carving but I do not think Hunter would have marked it "K 6".
I think Hunter was preceeded by Colorado Saddlery which was preceeded by Heiser.
Maybe a Colorado Saddlery? But I would think it would be so marked. As well a Heiser.
We have some very keen leather folks here, you might want to re-title or start another thread with a header saying "Vintage holster with pics and questions" or some such.
|
Thanks for info, I'll let this thread play out but if nobody knows then I'll post another one. The gun didn't have the original box so I'm guessing that it's spent many years in that holster. Thankfully the gun shows practically no holster wear; about the only "wear" on it is a slight turn line. Very excited to take it out next weekend to shoot!
EDIT- I was able to change the title of this thread so hopefully it will catch the right guys' eye! Thanks again.
Last edited by 71firebird400; 09-19-2012 at 01:39 AM.
|
|
The Following User Likes This Post:
|
|
09-19-2012, 01:51 AM
|
 |
Member
|
|
|
Join Date: Dec 2011
Location: Indiana
Posts: 7,896
Likes: 31,497
Liked 22,512 Times in 4,626 Posts
|
|
That's a nice looking K-22 my friend. Don't be surprised
if it multiplies in your safe. I bought my first one and shot
it and soon there we're three in my safe. Good shooting,
smooth actions, fun, inexpensive to shoot all day with.
Whats not to like....
Chuck
__________________
They hold no Quarter
|
|
The Following 4 Users Like Post:
|
|
09-19-2012, 06:09 AM
|
 |
SWCA Member
|
|
|
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: Oklahoma
Posts: 2,574
Likes: 8,270
Liked 2,071 Times in 590 Posts
|
|
Great looking revolver. I agree with the 1956 date. I have K275992 that shipped November 1956.
|
09-19-2012, 07:43 AM
|
 |
Absent Comrade
|
|
|
Join Date: Feb 2005
Location: Central South Carolina
Posts: 7,215
Likes: 6,581
Liked 12,383 Times in 2,810 Posts
|
|
Just a guess,but the holster looks like a Heiser/Keyston.
f.t.
__________________
South Carolina-God's country
Last edited by fat tom; 09-19-2012 at 07:48 AM.
|
|
The Following User Likes This Post:
|
|
09-19-2012, 07:49 AM
|
 |
Member
|
|
|
Join Date: Oct 2010
Location: Central OK
Posts: 2,326
Likes: 610
Liked 420 Times in 263 Posts
|
|
Very nice K-22 and holster! Thank you for sharing! Just be aware that K-22s breed faster than lab rats! 
Blessings,
Hog
__________________
Isaiah 55:8-9
Phil. 4:13
|
09-19-2012, 08:19 AM
|
|
Member
|
|
|
Join Date: Apr 2009
Location: NC
Posts: 1,974
Likes: 395
Liked 828 Times in 274 Posts
|
|
Very nice pair. The K-22 is a fine score by itself, but that holster makes it a super deal! Forum member turnerriver is very knowledgable about vintage gunleather, hopefully he will be by to provide some insight.
|
09-19-2012, 10:24 AM
|
 |
Moderator
|
|
|
Join Date: Apr 2002
Location: Miami,Fl
Posts: 3,840
Likes: 11,213
Liked 18,132 Times in 2,529 Posts
|
|
F.T. is right, IMO. I believe that is a Sportsman brand holster- a budget offering by Heiser-Keyston. Here's another one to compare:
Regards,
turnerriver
__________________
turnerriver
|
|
The Following 3 Users Like Post:
|
|
09-19-2012, 10:41 AM
|
|
Member
|
|
|
Join Date: Nov 2010
Location: Lynden, WA
Posts: 535
Likes: 204
Liked 400 Times in 149 Posts
|
|
Awesome, thanks guys for the information! I believe you're correct as it is very similar to the holster you posted a picture of, turnerriver. I'll try to get a better picture later tonight.
|
09-19-2012, 11:04 AM
|
 |
SWCA Member
|
|
|
Join Date: Jul 2012
Location: AL Wiregrass
Posts: 7,224
Likes: 34,841
Liked 10,790 Times in 3,676 Posts
|
|
How about a holster thread?
__________________
Guy
SWHF #474 SWCA LM#2629
|
09-19-2012, 11:06 AM
|
 |
Moderator
|
|
|
Join Date: Dec 2002
Location: Indiana, USA
Posts: 9,407
Likes: 1,323
Liked 30,501 Times in 4,374 Posts
|
|
The engineering change to delete the upper side plate screw on K-frame revolvers was issued in September 1955. The first model to incorporate the change was the Combat Magnum that was introduced in January 1956.
Bill
|
09-19-2012, 01:18 PM
|
|
SWCA Member
|
|
|
Join Date: Oct 2007
Location: California
Posts: 19,250
Likes: 11,925
Liked 20,598 Times in 8,583 Posts
|
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by Doc44
The engineering change to delete the upper side plate screw on K-frame revolvers was issued in September 1955. The first model to incorporate the change was the Combat Magnum that was introduced in January 1956.
Bill
|
Does that mean there are no 5 screw pre model 19s?
__________________
Jim
S&WCA #819
|
09-19-2012, 01:26 PM
|
|
SWCA Member
|
|
|
Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: HoosieRama
Posts: 6,979
Likes: 2,396
Liked 3,853 Times in 1,401 Posts
|
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by Hondo44
Does that mean there are no 5 screw pre model 19s?
|
correct.........
Quote:
Originally Posted by Doc44
The engineering change to delete the upper side plate screw on K-frame revolvers was issued in September 1955. The first model to incorporate the change was the Combat Magnum that was introduced in January 1956.
Bill
|
|
09-19-2012, 07:59 PM
|
|
Member
|
|
|
Join Date: Nov 2010
Location: Lynden, WA
Posts: 535
Likes: 204
Liked 400 Times in 149 Posts
|
|
|
|
The Following 2 Users Like Post:
|
|
09-19-2012, 09:14 PM
|
|
SWCA Member
|
|
|
Join Date: Oct 2007
Location: California
Posts: 19,250
Likes: 11,925
Liked 20,598 Times in 8,583 Posts
|
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by VM
correct.........
|
Thx, the reason I verified is because SCSW apparently incorrectly listed Com Mags beginning in 1955.
__________________
Jim
S&WCA #819
|
09-20-2012, 07:00 PM
|
|
SWCA Member
|
|
|
Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: HoosieRama
Posts: 6,979
Likes: 2,396
Liked 3,853 Times in 1,401 Posts
|
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by Hondo44
Thx, the reason I verified is because SCSW apparently incorrectly listed Com Mags beginning in 1955.
|
H44 - check out the database..........the early ones are all listed.
Good info!
|
09-20-2012, 07:25 PM
|
|
SWCA Member
|
|
|
Join Date: Oct 2007
Location: California
Posts: 19,250
Likes: 11,925
Liked 20,598 Times in 8,583 Posts
|
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by VM
H44 - check out the database..........the early ones are all listed.
Good info!
|
WM,
Thanks! No worries, I'll take your word for it. Might take a look when I get a chance just for fun.
__________________
Jim
S&WCA #819
|
09-21-2012, 08:43 AM
|
|
Moderator
|
|
|
Join Date: Dec 2002
Location: Indiana, USA
Posts: 9,407
Likes: 1,323
Liked 30,501 Times in 4,374 Posts
|
|
Jim...the first Combat Magnum, K260003, was completed on December 15, 1955. It has a 4-screw frame (3-screw side plate).
Bill
|
09-22-2012, 12:54 AM
|
|
SWCA Member
|
|
|
Join Date: Oct 2007
Location: California
Posts: 19,250
Likes: 11,925
Liked 20,598 Times in 8,583 Posts
|
|
Thanks Bill!
__________________
Jim
S&WCA #819
|
09-22-2012, 02:49 AM
|
 |
US Veteran
|
|
|
Join Date: Mar 2009
Location: 61N149W
Posts: 2,916
Likes: 1,426
Liked 1,104 Times in 550 Posts
|
|
Dumb question of the day....
Quote:
Originally Posted by 71firebird400
|
You selling? I have a really ugly 48 and several holsters, but I gotta ask.......
__________________
Go big or stay home
|
09-22-2012, 11:17 AM
|
 |
Member
|
|
|
Join Date: Feb 2009
Location: st pete fla
Posts: 2,871
Likes: 5,648
Liked 2,763 Times in 1,213 Posts
|
|
S&W model 17 and holster
|
09-23-2012, 05:56 PM
|
|
Member
|
|
|
Join Date: Nov 2010
Location: Lynden, WA
Posts: 535
Likes: 204
Liked 400 Times in 149 Posts
|
|
I'm having an issue with this gun in single action; if any of you can help out I'd appreciate it!
K-22 Misfiring in Single Action
|
09-23-2012, 08:06 PM
|
|
SWCA Member
|
|
|
Join Date: Oct 2007
Location: California
Posts: 19,250
Likes: 11,925
Liked 20,598 Times in 8,583 Posts
|
|
Suggestions posted in your other thread.
__________________
Jim
S&WCA #819
|
09-23-2012, 10:27 PM
|
|
Member
|
|
|
Join Date: Nov 2010
Location: WINCHESTER, VIRGINIA
Posts: 3,356
Likes: 4,437
Liked 4,433 Times in 1,463 Posts
|
|
HOLSTER
This holster is from COLORADO SADDLERY for sure. An older one maybe?
|
|
The Following 4 Users Like Post:
|
|
09-24-2012, 12:01 AM
|
|
Member
|
|
|
Join Date: Nov 2010
Location: Lynden, WA
Posts: 535
Likes: 204
Liked 400 Times in 149 Posts
|
|
Hate to ask this as I had no intention of selling it, but does anyone know what the holster is worth? I am going to have to send the K22 to a gunsmith and am trying to offset those costs by possibly selling the holster.
|
10-10-2012, 03:20 AM
|
|
US Veteran
|
|
|
Join Date: Mar 2009
Location: 61N149W
Posts: 2,916
Likes: 1,426
Liked 1,104 Times in 550 Posts
|
|
I posted in your other thread also. This really ticks me off. Incompetent morons are everywhere including in the gun culture. It is imperative to express your exact and total expectations in any and all transactions, or someone will flub it up. I would be beyond furious if this happened to me. My blood is up and I don't even know you!! I sure wish you luck.
__________________
Go big or stay home
|
|
The Following User Likes This Post:
|
|
10-10-2012, 10:12 AM
|
|
Member
|
|
|
Join Date: Nov 2010
Location: Lynden, WA
Posts: 535
Likes: 204
Liked 400 Times in 149 Posts
|
|
Misery loves company; I sure wish I had this gun back!
|
10-10-2012, 07:07 PM
|
|
SWCA Member
|
|
|
Join Date: Oct 2007
Location: California
Posts: 19,250
Likes: 11,925
Liked 20,598 Times in 8,583 Posts
|
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by 71firebird400
Misery loves company; I sure wish I had this gun back!
|
You might want to post the serial number here and you'll have thousands of eyes looking out for it on the auction sites and at gun shows!
__________________
Jim
S&WCA #819
Last edited by Hondo44; 10-10-2012 at 10:46 PM.
|
10-10-2012, 10:33 PM
|
|
Member
|
|
|
Join Date: Nov 2010
Location: Lynden, WA
Posts: 535
Likes: 204
Liked 400 Times in 149 Posts
|
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by Hondo44
You might want to post the serial number here and you'll have thousnds of eyes looking out for it on the auction sites and at gun shows!
|
Good idea, serial number is K277658.
|
11-14-2012, 11:21 PM
|
|
Member
|
|
|
Join Date: Nov 2010
Location: Lynden, WA
Posts: 535
Likes: 204
Liked 400 Times in 149 Posts
|
|
I received a phone call from Phoenix PD today and the gun has been recovered. It was pawned by a homeless person a short time ago; the police spoke to that person but he is saying that he received it from someone else at "the shelter". I now have to go through what the detective called a "pawn hearing" so that a Judge can decide if the gun belongs to me or the pawn shop as we both have an interest in the gun. I asked if there was a good chance it would be awarded to the pawn shop and they reassured me that there was a 99% chance I would be awarded the gun....still, I question why this is even necessary? Whatever the case may be, they said the next "pawn hearing" is in March 2013 so I will not see the gun until then at the soonest.
|
11-15-2012, 02:06 AM
|
|
Member
|
|
|
Join Date: May 2007
Location: So. Cal.
Posts: 76
Likes: 110
Liked 11 Times in 5 Posts
|
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by 71firebird400
I received a phone call from Phoenix PD today and the gun has been recovered. It was pawned by a homeless person a short time ago; the police spoke to that person but he is saying that he received it from someone else at "the shelter". I now have to go through what the detective called a "pawn hearing" so that a Judge can decide if the gun belongs to me or the pawn shop as we both have an interest in the gun. I asked if there was a good chance it would be awarded to the pawn shop and they reassured me that there was a 99% chance I would be awarded the gun....still, I question why this is even necessary? Whatever the case may be, they said the next "pawn hearing" is in March 2013 so I will not see the gun until then at the soonest.
|
Well FB, when you do get her in your hand she will be all the more sweeter!
D R
|
|
Posting Rules
|
|
|
|
|
Linear Mode
