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How old is my model 17?
I have a model 17, 6 in. brl, blue revolver that's been in my family for many years.
Serial # K337xxx, 4 screw (#1 covered by grip panel), post war
sight adjustment, wood grips with silver SW medallions.
There is a strain screw.
Any ideas as to when it was manufactured?
This may be a pre 1961 model so I could be in the wrong area of the forum.
Thanks in advance.
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06-24-2014, 04:53 PM
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If I am reading "The Book" right, 1958.
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06-24-2014, 04:53 PM
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First, Welcome to the forum. To answer your question, wiothout being close to a SCSW, off the top of my head either 1958 or 1959. They are mighty fine shooting instruments.
We would all love to know more details and see pictures of it.
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06-24-2014, 05:10 PM
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K317,823 – K350,547...1958 (manufacture). Is it actually marked as a Model 17?
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06-24-2014, 06:37 PM
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Yes, it is stamped as a mod 17. I'll post pics tomorrow.
I guess the 4 screws make it pre 1961.
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06-25-2014, 11:25 AM
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Here are some pictures of the Mod. 17
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06-25-2014, 12:24 PM
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As per the book, 1958 would be correct.
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06-25-2014, 01:57 PM
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Thanks for the responses. Very helpful.
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06-25-2014, 07:04 PM
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Quote:
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If I am reading "The Book" right, 1958.
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I've been hesitating for some time to ask, is there a book that covers, "everything S & W?"
If so, please point me in the right direction.
-Steve
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06-25-2014, 08:27 PM
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I've been hesitating for some time to ask, is there a book that covers, "everything S & W?"
If so, please point me in the right direction.
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There are several. Most notable is "Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson" by Supica & Nahas. Available everywhere.
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07-06-2014, 11:48 PM
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Might there be other books I should pick up?
Thanks in advance.
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Might there be other books I should pick up?
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It depends on how interested you are in details. If the answer to that is, "highly," then here is a short list for you to consider:
History of Smith & Wesson, by Roy Jinks
Smith & Wesson 1857-1945, by Bob Neal and Roy Jinks
My Life Journey with Smith & Wesson, by Dwayne Charron
The last book listed is a recent, more personal and inside look at (mostly) the postwar period. Fascinating and fun, but not so full of useful information as the other two.
I hope this helps.
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It depends on how interested you are in details. If the answer to that is, "highly," then here is a short list for you to consider:
History of Smith & Wesson, by Roy Jinks
Smith & Wesson 1857-1945, by Bob Neal and Roy Jinks
My Life Journey with Smith & Wesson, by Dwayne Charron
The last book listed is a recent, more personal and inside look at (mostly) the postwar period. Fascinating and fun, but not so full of useful information as the other two.
I hope this helps.
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Thanks Jack.
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