My Gramps left me two revolvers. I'm not sure what year they are... Maybe someone out there can help.
I'm just going to start with one of them
I found the number 7K1-621 and below that it says mod 19-3.

It's a shiny (nickel?) 357 Magnum with a 4" barrel and wood grips. That's about all I know.

Welcome to the Forum. The model 19-3 is a highly desirable handgun. Is it in good condition, and did you get the manufacturer's box and papers along with the gun? Pics would be nice.

I don't have anything other than the gun. I attached a picture here. What's the gun called? A 621? Is there an approximate year and value?

Thanks !

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Most S&W's have the model number imprinted on the frame. Open the cylinder and look just below where the barrel meets the frame. Your nickel plated Model 19 looks like a nice example. Keep it.

It is a Mod 19. I cant help with its DOB. I'd say $550-$600.

...someone should be able to get close on a date from the serial number...the Model 19 is called the Combat Magnum...

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A lot depends on where you are. Here in So. California that gun would probably bring $700 - $900. DOB 1974.

I am in So Cal. So 1974? Pretty definitive on that? That's pretty cool!! The trigger feels excellent.

That is a nice handgun. The 4" barrel is very desirable.

Assuming you're new to revolvers, here's a couple of suggestions:

If you're going to use full-power .357 ammo, use 158-gr., as opposed to 125-gr which is hard on the forcing cone at the 6 o'clock position.

You can also shoot .38 Special ammunition, which is a great choice for target shooting. Since the .38 Special case is slightly shorter than a .357 magnum case, you should clean the cylinder charge-holes after shooting .38 ammo before you shoot magnums again.

If you want to shoot both during a range session, just shoot the magnum stuff first.

While I'm at it, here's another tip for you (again, assuming you're new to revolvers).

Don't flip the cylinder shut like you might have seen in the movies! Don't do it!
Close the cylinder gently. Treat that nice revolver with the respect it deserves and the payoff will likely be a lifetime of enjoyment.

S&W hasn't made revolvers like that for a long time. Spare parts can be hard to find.

Thanks for all the replys guys. Any reason I should be afraid to make it go bang? It's SUPER clean.

Shoot it! Grab some .38 Specials and maybe a box of magnums if you want to know what she'll do

I would, however, suggest cleaning and (lightly) lubricating prior to shooting, just to make sure it's ready. Make sure the bore looks good, etc.

Youtube probably has several videos on cleaning and lubing revolvers if you need the tips.

You will have to let us know how it shoots!

Sure wish I could stumble across a Model 19 that nice looking! Great pistol! My advice is to NEVER sell it, keep it in your family and take good care of it (obviously your Grandfather did!).

But wait there's more, you said TWO revolvers?

Yes there's another one. I'll take some pictures tomorrow. It's just a blued 38. Looks similar in age to this one, but I really have no idea.

OK I took some pics of the other gun. The number when you flip open the cylinder appears to be 9667. I just noticed on the bottom side of the Barrell it says "B 72373". Any clues? Thanks in advance!

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Take the grips off. The s/n will be on the butt of the revolver. It looks like a model 10.(maybe a pre model 10)

Looks to be pre-war M&P. Notice the long action hammer, mushroom tip on the ejector rod, and integral half-moon front sight. Much, much, much older than the Model 19. Need confirmed serial number from bottom of grip frame/butt for a good date.

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I would say the second is a pre model 10.

You have two great revolvers!

Congrats and good luck with them!

It is a .38 Military & Police Model of 1905 (3rd Model) and, based on the serial number 72373 was likely made in 1906. The B on the barrel simply means it was to be polished and blued (as opposed to a nickel finish).

The dual caliber stamping on the barrel of .38 S&W Special and U.S. Service Cartridge (a.k.a. .38 Long Colt) was standard for the period.

Russ

edit to add: the designation "pre-model 10" didn't apply to Military & Police revolvers until the fall of 1948 when the short hammer throw was introduced.

A very nice pair of revolvers! Enjoy them!

I'm not going to sell them, but I would like to know if anyone has a guess on value for the 38?

DO NOT use Hoppes or any other solvent on the 19.... use the stuff to clean the bore and chambers, just wipe it exterior dry when done...the finish will discolor and flake over time.....buff with a cotton cloth and put a light coat of Ren wax on it if it is to be stored over a longer period of time ......beautiful revolvers....Welcome

Value? The M&P lacks original grips and is in less than pristine condition. S&W made millions of these throughout the 20th century. Yours would appeal more to a shooter than a collector. Probably around $350-400.

Thank you all so much for the valuable information!

Last question, what cleaner would be recommended for each gun?

Thanks!