Happy Friday Combat Magnum 4" Nickel

sbowenjr · #1 04-21-2017, 05:27 AM

A good friend passed this one on to me this week. I'm proud to be the caretaker of this warhorse. This makes #3 in my collection. But its the first boxed nickel one I have been able to say i own. I feel fortunate to call this one mine guys.Boxed and lettered and flat out beautiful. Thanks Mike!
Thanks for letting me share guys.

Jdavis · #2 04-21-2017, 06:09 AM

How fortunate you are! That is a beautiful 19 and a treasure for certain.

RKmesa · #3 04-21-2017, 08:23 AM

That is an O U T S T A N D I N G work of art!

Thanks for sharing,

les.b · #4 04-21-2017, 08:27 AM

Beautiful. What a find!!

Best Regards, Les

Sixgun100 · #5 04-21-2017, 08:53 AM

All I can say is Wow!..........

Targets Guy · #6 04-21-2017, 09:10 AM

As they say in Italy; gorgesimo

weatherby · #7 04-21-2017, 09:27 AM

Dark front sight, proud pins, and box.
What's not to like ?

Next I want to see a Pinto.

D1911 · #8 04-21-2017, 10:00 AM

She's a beauty! Love those early nickle guns with the blued front sight. That one's a keeper.

JayCeeNC · #9 04-21-2017, 10:06 AM

Gorgeous gun, Stu!!
Great addition to your collection.
(Fine pictures, too!)

M29since14 · #10 04-21-2017, 10:14 AM

Hey, that's very nice! Congratulations on adding that one to your collection. Great looking Combat Magnum!

jfh2841 · #11 04-21-2017, 03:25 PM

When I was first on road patrol, I didn't have much money and carried a used bull barreled model 10. I would dream of having that beauty in my basket weave.

Lee's Landing Billy · #12 04-21-2017, 03:50 PM

Dang!!! Das a nissun!!

mcoe74 · #13 04-21-2017, 03:53 PM

Excellent Combat Magnum!

NATRES60 · #14 04-21-2017, 04:02 PM

Nice!!!!!!!!!!!

computerdynamics · #15 04-21-2017, 04:27 PM

I call my 19-5 4" "the Silver Beast"! 1992. I love it!!

Daisyman · #16 04-21-2017, 06:55 PM

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Originally Posted by sbowenjr

A good friend passed this one on to me this week. I'm proud to be the caretaker of this warhorse. This makes #3 in my collection. But its the first boxed nickel one I have been able to say i own. I feel fortunate to call this one mguys.Boxed and lettered and flat out beautiful. Thanks Mike!
Thanks for letting me share guys.

You've got a really good friend there! Nice!!

What year might that be?
Irv

sbowenjr · #17 04-21-2017, 08:00 PM

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Originally Posted by JayCeeNC

Gorgeous gun, Stu!!
Great addition to your collection.
(Fine pictures, too!)

Thanks buddy. I must admit I stole mikes pictures. This is the first one i have been able to acquire with the box. I hope he does not mind.

sbowenjr · #18 04-21-2017, 08:04 PM

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Originally Posted by RKmesa

That is an O U T S T A N D I N G work of art!

Thanks for sharing,

Wow what a compliment coming from you sir. Thanks so much

g-dad · #19 04-21-2017, 08:10 PM

Stu, that is an awesome looking firearm!!! Thanks for sharing.

sbowenjr · #20 04-21-2017, 08:35 PM

Thanks buddy. See you in Charlotte.

Be still · #21 04-21-2017, 09:40 PM

Love those four screw K frames, but that one is the top shelf stuff. Great gun, and congrats.

lrrifleman · #22 04-21-2017, 10:02 PM

Beautiful!

bvoges · #23 04-21-2017, 10:58 PM

Well, I've looked at the photos 5 separate times now... I like it a lot

sbowenjr · #24 04-22-2017, 06:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Be still

Love those four screw K frames, but that one is the top shelf stuff. Great gun, and congrats.

Bud you got me started with #1 Combat Magnum. I had been looking for quite awhile. I won't forget that. Thanks man. I hope you aren't working yourself to much.

Paplinker sent a tip to me that helped me acquire my second. I really appreciate it sir.

Leatherhead23 finialy just probably got sick of me aggravating him for the third. Thanks buddy!
Its a little rainy here today. But if it clears up ill post pictures of the trio.

4-Screw · #25 04-22-2017, 06:50 AM

Couldn't have gone to a nicer guy....congrats.

jack the toad · #26 04-22-2017, 08:27 AM

B-U-T-FUL.
I'm typically not a nickel fan but that is outstanding.
Congrats.

paragain · #27 04-22-2017, 10:02 AM

I have only one nickel revolver and it looks a lot like yours!

ars1876 · #28 04-22-2017, 11:21 AM

Very nice. FYI I have it's twin Ser# 264772= 173 #'s earlier.Roy says mine was shipped 14 June 1957.I did carry it on duty for 4/5 years in the early 70's so its not as nice as yours.It served me well and has been semi retired for many years.

jscott · #29 04-22-2017, 02:01 PM

What a beautiful piece. My very favorite. Bought mine used as a Detroit copper in 1973 and still have it. We have had quite a few adventures together.

sbowenjr · #30 04-22-2017, 02:15 PM

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Originally Posted by 4-Screw

Couldn't have gone to a nicer guy....congrats.

Thank you sir.
Glad to see your name in the posts.:-)

sbowenjr · #31 04-22-2017, 02:17 PM

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Originally Posted by ars1876

Very nice. FYI I have it's twin Ser# 264772= 173 #'s earlier.Roy says mine was shipped 14 June 1957.I did carry it on duty for 4/5 years in the early 70's so its not as nice as yours.It served me well and has been semi retired for many years.

Oh wow! Nickel or blued?
I think there have only been 11 reported nickel combat magnums.

jdpress · #32 04-22-2017, 02:20 PM

Incredibly superb Model 19 - Spectacular in nickel!

Thank you for the great photographs and letting the entire forum enjoy this Springfield masterpiece.

J.D. Press

kthom · #33 04-22-2017, 03:23 PM

EXCELLENT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

ars1876 · #34 04-23-2017, 04:12 AM

it's nickel.One of these days I will detail it.I've been saying that for 20 years

sbowenjr · #35 04-23-2017, 06:25 AM

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Originally Posted by ars1876

it's nickel.One of these days I will detail it.I've been saying that for 20 years

I think that may be the 12th one reported. I will double Check my other 2
I believe they are numbered K264747 & K264947.

Leatherhead23 · #36 04-23-2017, 08:03 PM

Dang hard to let this one go but no one else deserves it like Stu.

Enjoy, my friend.

A10 · #37 04-23-2017, 08:26 PM

Grail gun, very Nice! Congratulations!

sbowenjr · #38 04-23-2017, 08:59 PM

Thank you sir

rwt1405 · #39 04-23-2017, 09:23 PM

Beautiful!

Congrats and enjoy!

Engine49guy · #40 04-23-2017, 09:24 PM

Beautiful nickel Combat magnum

A 6" nickel 19-2 or pre 1969 19-3 would make a great photo partner

Wink

basskinginthesun · #41 04-25-2017, 02:57 PM

WOW, thats is gorgeus, I must say that since seeing several of your posts on model 19s, you got me bit . they are beautiful.
very nice acquisition, congrats

computerdynamics · #42 04-25-2017, 05:14 PM

I asked before but no one answered or I missed it? It is a 6" model 19-?, what year? I know my four screw '19-5, 4" '92 doesn't belong with this beauty (although a 99%, I hope) but I'm just trying to learn more about Model 19's. Any answer appreciated. We are not all experts.... ; ) Help a newbie out.

SPEEDGUNNER · #43 04-25-2017, 07:05 PM

As if the pistol wasn't cool enough, how about THAT BOX!

Leatherhead23 · #44 04-25-2017, 08:03 PM

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Originally Posted by SPEEDGUNNER

As if the pistol wasn't cool enough, how about THAT BOX!

Only Nickel CM known with its original box.

sbowenjr · #45 04-25-2017, 09:04 PM

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Originally Posted by computerdynamics

I asked before but no one answered or I missed it? It is a 6" model 19-?, what year? I know my four screw '19-5, 4" '92 doesn't belong with this beauty (although a 99%, I hope) but I'm just trying to learn more about Model 19's. Any answer appreciated. We are not all experts.... ; ) Help a newbie out.

Ill send u a PM. No sir its a 4". It is actually not a model 19 sir. It is the predecessor to the model 19. These are referred to as Combat Magnums. You will also hear terminology like Pre 19 when referring to these. Combat magnums were manufactured prior to the model stamping in the middle fifties. Before I totally confuse you ill try to help by posting a pic of the factory letter. Mr Jinks can explain it much more clearly than I can. And by the way there ain't nothing wrong with a 19-5 neither!!!:-).Hope this helps.

computerdynamics · #46 04-26-2017, 07:16 AM

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Originally Posted by sbowenjr

Ill send u a PM. No sir its a 4". It is actually not a model 19 sir. It is the predecessor to the model 19. These are referred to as Combat Magnums. You will also hear terminology like Pre 19 when referring to these. Combat magnums were manufactured prior to the model stamping in the middle fifties. Before I totally confuse you ill try to help by posting a pic of the factory letter. Mr Jinks can explain it much more clearly than I can. And by the way there ain't nothing wrong with a 19-5 neither!!!:-).Hope this helps.

Thanks for input. Trying to learn more. ; )

Bushytale · #47 04-26-2017, 09:06 AM

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Originally Posted by computerdynamics

I asked before but no one answered or I missed it? It is a 6" model 19-?, what year? I know my four screw '19-5, 4" '92 doesn't belong with this beauty (although a 99%, I hope) but I'm just trying to learn more about Model 19's. Any answer appreciated. We are not all experts.... ; ) Help a newbie out.

Just to help clear up a point in your post, a model 19-5 is referred to as a three screw, the fourth screw would be in the front of the trigger guard for the early type of cylinder stop. That screw was deleted in the 19-2 in 1961.

If you are really interested in learning about older S&W revolvers you would be well served to acquire "The Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson 4th edition". I purchased one recently for $27.54 delivered on Amazon.

enjoy your new hobby, Billy

Bushytale · #48 04-26-2017, 09:19 AM

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Originally Posted by sbowenjr

A good friend passed this one on to me this week. I'm proud to be the caretaker of this warhorse. This makes #3 in my collection. But its the first boxed nickel one I have been able to say i own. I feel fortunate to call this one mine guys.Boxed and lettered and flat out beautiful. Thanks Mike!
Thanks for letting me share guys.

I'll add my congrats on a fantastic acquisition!!!!

Four inch Combat Magnum is my absolute favorite revolver. Bought my first one at the urging of a friend in 1971. Gifted a four inch nickel to my brother in 1979. Both were 19-3.

enjoy, Billy

computerdynamics · #49 04-26-2017, 10:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Bushytale

Just to help clear up a point in your post, a model 19-5 is referred to as a three screw, the fourth screw would be in the front of the trigger guard for the early type of cylinder stop. That screw was deleted in the 19-2 in 1961.

If you are really interested in learning about older S&W revolvers you would be well served to acquire "The Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson 4th edition". I purchased one recently for $27.54 delivered on Amazon.

enjoy your new hobby, Billy

Thanks for info! I was told mine was a four screw but wasn't positive. I was also told it was a "Combat Magnum"? Better get shoppin' for the book!! ; )

sbowenjr · #50 04-26-2017, 09:21 PM

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Originally Posted by computerdynamics

Thanks for info! I was told mine was a four screw but wasn't positive. I was also told it was a "Combat Magnum"? Better get shoppin' for the book!! ; )

The 19 stamping is still referred to as a Combat Magnum. Take yours for example 19-5 Combat Magnum. Where as A Combat Magnum without the stamping is simply referred. To as a Combat Magnum. Clear as mud right. I promise once you pick up your first Combat Magnum it will be perfectly clear.