Mod 58 4” Nickel Questions

[ktmorris]

I have a 58, serial #54449, and I have not been able to identify the year is was made. I’m assuming with its low number, it was between 1966 - 68. I plan to offer this for sale, and finalizing my research.

[Narragansett]

What is the prefix before the serial number It would be a S or an N.

The grips are no doubt not original

[Doc44]

N54449 would date your Model 58 to late 72 or early 73. The early Model 58s (1964) have serial numbers in the S256000 range. S&W changed to N prefix numbers in 1970. Your Model 58 is a very nice example. The target stocks on your Model 58 date from 1969 to 1974 so they are period correct, even if not original to your revolver.

Bill

[ktmorris]

There is NO “N” prefix on the SN. There is however, a marking “G12” placed under the SN.

[Chromedhearts]

Originally Posted by ktmorris

There is NO “N” prefix on the SN. There is however, a marking “G12” placed under the SN.

Where on the pistol are you looking at the serial number?


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[ktmorris]

Oops, forgot to take off the grip. I found a N followed by the SN. There is not one on the cylinder. Thanks for the reply.

[Doc44]

The number you posted earlier is an assembly number. A number stamped on fitted parts to keep them together.

Bill