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hi I am new here and have 5 smith and wesson 22's..a 17 2 17-3's and a model 18 and a model 48-4..
was looking at different things and am not getting anywhere..one look up site said none of mine were covered...so much for that.. will list with partials..
mod 17 no dash,,,K336--
mod 17-3 K3411--
mod 17-3 6K264-- or maybe a -2 or -8 not sure if they went ot a dash 8 or not...it looksl like a mistamp and can't really tell..paid a premium for it as it was unfired..advertised as a -3...
mod 18 K336--
mod 48-4 27K92--
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17 no dash about 1948
17-3 first one about 1958
17-3 second one about 1974
18 about 1948
48-4 about 1978
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Welcome to the forum.
The way you posted your serial numbers is misleading. There would not be any model numbered guns with some of the serial numbers you provided. It is essential that you indicate the total number of digits after the K in the serial numbers.
Keep in mind that there were no model numbers prior to 1958. And the dash numbers came out at known intervals.
Here is a rundown of what I think you have.
mod 17 no dash,,,K336-- There would not be a Model 17 with only five digits after the K, so this one has to be K336xxx. That would put it in 1958, the first year model numbered guns were available.
mod 17-3 K3411-- This number (K3411xx) is also a 1958 number, so either it isn't a 17-3 or you typed the number incorrectly. The -3 wasn't available until 1967.
mod 17-3 6K264-- This one appears to be correct and is from 1974. Yes, there was a Model 17-8, beginning in 1996, but it was a very different revolver and it would have a three-alpha serial number, not a K prefix number. There is no chance it could be mistaken for a 17-3.
mod 18 K336-- Again, this has to be K336xxx (six digits) and that would indicate a Model 18 with no dash number, from 1958.
mod 48-4 27K92-- This serial number appears to be correct for a Model 48-4. It would put it in 1979.
Try comparing what I've given you here with the guns you actually have in hand and let us know what you find.
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when made by serial number
I was always told to leave last couple of digits off on serial..but not sure why as these are all legal guns..so will repost..but I do thank you both for the info,..do you know if there is a place you can look up by serial numbers?..used ot be I didnt care and means nothing but it is just a fact that is interesting..
ok here we go..
Mod 17 no dash.Diamond grips..k341147
Mod 17-3 3k26493
Mod 17 -3 or maybe -2 or -8?..lousy job of stamping so am not sure...6k4691 assuming it is not a -2 or -3..
Mod 18(diamond grips) k33694
Mod 48-4 27k9222
does this help?..thanks for your help Rob
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sorry I found the mod 18 is missing a 3...will get them all out and double check numbers..guess if I can figure where ot find a list i will give it a try...that is what happens when you are old and tired...sorry for the inconveince
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sorry I found the mod 18 is missing a 3...will get them all out and double check numbers..guess if I can figure where ot find a list i will give it a try...that is what happens when you are old and tired...sorry for the inconveince
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No worries. People here are very willing to assist new members with this type of information.
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Ship dates based on S&W serial numbers Are best guesses! For estimates the Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson provides a lot of information. The latest is the fourth edition. For an exact ship date you will need to order a historical letter. Many folks here are so knowledgeable that they can get pretty close!
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real new to forum but just got a sw 22 k 253947 can anyone tell model and how old
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I'm assuming the gun is a .22, so the serial# K253xxx falls into the range of K231xxx-K266xxx, which is 1955, so your gun is most likely a K22 Masterpiece 3rd Model and does not have a model number; it might be referred to as a "Pre M17". It might also be a K22 Combat Masterpiece, or a Pre M18.
In order to tell for sure which one it is, post some pictures; both sides and butt of grip frame.
Just giving a SN is no help in determining the model or caliber, as a particular version was not built in serial order. K serial numbers are shared by all K frame guns, after 1946.
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Mod 17 no dash. Diamond grips..k341147
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Likely shipped in 1959.
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Mod 17 -3 or maybe -2 or -8?..lousy job of stamping so am not sure...6k4691 assuming it is not a -2 or -3
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1974, and it would be a 17-3.
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Mod 18 (diamond grips) k33694
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Assuming it is K33 3694, it would date to 1958 or 1959 (shipping).
1979. All 27K numbers were used in '79. It could have shipped the following year.
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I'm assuming the gun is a .22, so the serial# K253xxx falls into the range of K231xxx-K266xxx, which is 1955, so your gun is most likely a K22 Masterpiece 3rd Model and does not have a model number; it might be referred to as a "Pre M17". It might also be a K22 Combat Masterpiece, or a Pre M18.
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1955 is correct - hence, it would be a K-22 Masterpiece if the barrel is 6" long. If it has a 4" barrel, it would be a .22 Combat Masterpiece. The stocks would be diamond Magna, unless it shipped with target stocks (most of them did not).
At that serial number, it would still have five frame screws.
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sorry I found the mod 18 is missing a 3...will get them all out and double check numbers..guess if I can figure where ot find a list i will give it a try...that is what happens when you are old and tired...sorry for the inconveince
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There is no reason for hiding serial numbers that I can think of, I know you have probably seen it done numerous times but paranoia is the only reason I can think of for doing so. If you ask others you probably couldn’t get the reason for them doing so, just an outdated myth. You own the 2 rimfire revolvers I covet the most that have appreciated greatly the past few years, lucky guy.
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There is no reason for hiding serial numbers that I can think of, I know you have probably seen it done numerous times but paranoia is the only reason I can think of for doing so. If you ask others you probably couldn’t get the reason for them doing so, just an outdated myth. You own the 2 rimfire revolvers I covet the most that have appreciated greatly the past few years, lucky guy.
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Agreed - there are those with tin foil hats that believe the govt has some database and at some time will come for you, your guns and maybe your pets - or someone will say the serial number you posted was stolen from them in the past and they want it back… some will advertise for sale and they will leave off a few numbers in their ad but include a picture of the gun and box with serial number in plain sight. Never know what some people are thinking…
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Bought 4 revolvers today at LGS new in there factory shipped boxes from factory unopened, can anybody date them and give me an approximate value? All have T stock TH & TT
#57 N606081 Blue 4”
#29-2 nickel N469955 6-1/2”
#25-2 Blue N671710 6-1/2”
#25-3 Blue S&W7183 commemorative 6-1/2” .45 Colt
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Bought 4 revolvers today at LGS new in there factory shipped boxes from factory unopened, can anybody date them and give me an approximate value? All have T stock TH & TT
#57 N606081 Blue 4”
#29-2 nickel N469955 6-1/2”
#25-2 Blue N671710 6-1/2”
#25-3 Blue S&W7183 commemorative 6-1/2” .45 Colt
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It would be better if you started your own thread, rather than piggybacking on this one.
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Thanks
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We have all been newbies. 
Go here & click on "New Thread". Put in a title to your thread and then ask for the dates on your revolvers.
http://smith-wessonforum.com/s-w-revolvers-1961-1980/
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