Centennial airweight Aluminum Cylinder

LouisianaJoe · Jun 13, 2012

I am considering purchasing a Centennial Airweight 38 Special. It was made in 1954. The cylinder does not attract a magnet so I am assuming the it is one of 37 produced as mentioned in the SCSW. I borrowed it to take some photos and I will share them here to see If someone can give me an idea of the condition and value. All numbers match including one grip. the pin on the squeeze is missing as is the spring that holds the squeeze out.

Thanks in advance for any help that you can give me.

Realzebub45 · Jun 13, 2012

There are several "types" of stainless steel. The 300 series (which contains nickel) is NOT magnetic. The 400 series (which just contains chromium and no nickel) ARE magnetic.

Would they have made Cylinders out of 300 series stainless? I would think they would have issues making that hard enough.

I found this link, since I too was interested:

Smith & Wesson model 640

LouisianaJoe · Jun 13, 2012

I meant to put this the pre 61 forum. I will re post it there

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