Hello,

A coworker of mine has her father's old Model 37 Airweight and is looking to sell it. I'm not sure what the value is but I told her I was interested and would research when it was made and a what is fair value for both of us.

Her father hand engraved (not well) his SSN on the underside of the trigger guard and front strap, which I assume will affect it's value to any collectors.

Here's some pics, any info on it's history and value is much appreciated!

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-WildBillOH
M&P .40 / SD40 VE

I would say $400. SS # hurts

That's what I was wondering...I was considering offering $350 but didn't want to short them.

I'm assuming it was built before 1969? Curious as to build year.

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-WildBillOH
M&P .40 / SD40 VE

What you show us of the Model 37 makes it appear as though it's in nice condition. Even with the SSAN etching I think it's value is more than $400.

In your 2nd photo, look at the flat spot on the frame (where the barrel penetrates the frame) above where the "MOD. 37" is located on the frame. Look for a crack there -- unfortunately it's not all that uncommon. A crack disqualifies the gun as a functional shooter. It's a paperweight, albeit a light one.

My Model 37 707084 shipped in March '69 so your friends is likely close.

S&W did not track manufacturing (build) dates, only ship dates, and the company didn't assemble or ship in serial number order.

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Wrangler of stray Chiefs
Bob

Show us how bad the SS# looks (cover a few #'s).

Nah, show it all to punish him for doing that.

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SWCA #2420

If I needed a good pocket gun, and in my opinion there is none better than a j-frame air weight, I would give $400 for that one. I would probably cut off the hammer spur. I think $400 is the right price on that one.

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Georgia On My Mind

I paid $325 for a really nice flat latch 3" Model 37 a couple years ago with no SS# on it....

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Thanks for the feedback guys, much appreciated!

I don't have any more pics yet, but going to check it out in person. It's from their family member who passed, they ended up with a few guns they didn't know what to do with. I'm helping them sell the others, so we are working out a deal on the 37.

I'll look for that crack, but even if it's just a paperweight, I'll buy it to just fondle occasionally! :P

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-WildBillOH
M&P .40 / SD40 VE

I paid $325 within the last year for a slightly less good looking 37 with no "engraving." I'd say your $350 is right in the ballpark.