New to S&W and this forum, but when I saw this little beauty I could not resist. I would appreciate any info y'all would be willing to share about it.

1.) Model 60 - Revolver, Polished stainless, Tip-out cylinder, hand ejector.
2.) S/N S 984897 C14
3.) 38 S. & W. SPL.
4.) 2 inch Barrel
5.) Fixed sights (S&W Crimson Trace grips have been added)

Now all I need is the time to go to the range. Thanking you in advance for any info you are willing to share.

That is not your serial number... look on the butt of the gun for the “real” serial number! Then we can offer some insight.

Already you have been helpful and correct. The "real" S/N is: R165998.
I would appreciate any info on this little keeper.

My Model 60 has a fairly close serial number R160XXX. It dates to 1969. I'd say yours is the same year.

You have the very desirable first revolver that S&W manufactured with a stainless steel frame. When these were released in 1965, every LEO I knew, including me, coveted one. Since I already had a Model 36 snubby, and since if it cost to go to the bathroom for serious business, I'd have to throw up!, I didn't get one at the time. Even if I had been able to scare up the purchase price, they were simply very hard to find and get, and there were NO discounts for a very long while! It was several years later that I bought a good used one that was made in 1978. It's a dandy! I'm sure you know that these stainless steel frames are not rust proof, but they are very rust resistant. Wiped down with a slightly oily rag regularly (depending on how humid your climate is or whether you are around salt water), they are easy keepers. One place to pay particular attention to is underneath the grips. This area tends to trap and hold moisture if it's present, especially if you have a set of rubber grips installed, and if not regularly checked and wiped down with the grips removed, in time you can find corrosion underneath the grip frame area. You now own a very fine S&W that has a great deal of utility, especially in the area of personal protection.

The Crimson Trace grips are an accessory that I have on all my EDC handguns. The laser sight does not replace the sights for me if there is enough light to see the sights, but they are a tremendous advantage in low or no light. I never pay attention to the dot even when I see it in daytime, but when the light dims or goes mostly away, I see it well and know exactly where I aim aiming. Plus, in my case, the extended length CT lasergrip fits my hand very well and they also conceal very well for my method of carry.

IMO, you have done well, Sir. Congratulations!

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So long ... Ken

I also own 2 Model 60s (made 1988) and have a set of Crimson Trace grips on both of them. The laser grips LG350-G are great. They helped me improve my accuracy because the laser pointed out what I was doing wrong when I pulled the trigger. They are pricey but are worth the $$$$$.

Thank y'all very much. I acquired this firearm not because it would add value to my collection but simply because I liked the look and feel. The cost was high and I did not have the luxury to research the value. You know the feeling. I would do it again and now you have put to rest my buyers remorse. Great forum. I will comment to the Kimber folks about this site.

Welcome aboard. I hope you'll stick around.

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Oh well, what the hell.