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Old 09-22-2017, 01:41 PM
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My mother had a gun locked up in a safe deposit box she said belonged to my brother before he passed away. Being a Marine of course I took it out and gave it a good cleaning, a low grain rounds and to the range I go.

Great shooting pistol and smooth for its age I'm sure anyone that owns one likes them. So now I get curious about the history on the gun and start looking at serial, model numbers and can't make heads or tails where to look. Is the a Smith and Wesson website to punch in revolver information and check some history on the pistol?

I've taken plenty of pictures of the pistol that I'm sharing to see if someone could help me, I would appreciate it.

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Old 09-22-2017, 01:54 PM
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Appears to be a model 10-7. The latest designation of the venerable M&P line. Earlier ones are known as M&P's, and about 1957/8, they became the model 10. Most are chambered in .38 Special, but some WW ll vintage guns are in .38 S&W. This one is much later. Also appears to have been fitted with a lanyard ring at one time.
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Appears to be a model 10-7. The latest designation of the venerable M&P line. Earlier ones are known as M&P's, and about 1957/8, they became the model 10. Most are chambered in .38 Special, but some WW ll vintage guns are in .38 S&W. This one is much later. Also appears to have been fitted with a lanyard ring at one time.
I was looking at changing out the grip, I don't think this version (model 10-7) is that elusive enough that it's worth a lot of money, right? So, by changing out the grip would I be doing damage to it worth?
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You can change the wood for something else just don't throw them away.

Model 10 were THE most common S&W models. Not much monetary value, $200 - $300.

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According to the older book I'm looking at, the serial number dates it to 1984. Any markings on the back strap (RHKP)? Could be a Hong Kong Police Gun. They came into the US several years back as surplus. It could have left the factory with the swivel attached. Only an Archive letter from S&W will tell the story.

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This is a Square butt K frame, so any grips so marked will fit.
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AFK prefix in my SW book says 1984-85, but does not identify the model.......
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Welcome to the forums from the Wiregrass! There is a wide variety of grips for the model 10 square butt. As before mentioned, any grips for the K or L frames revolvers will work. A lot of folks like Pachmayr or Hogue rubber grips for shooting. They are certainly ugly but very functional. These are sweet shooting guns and you should really enjoy it.

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According to the older book I'm looking at, the serial number dates it to 1984. Any markings on the back strap (RHKP)? Could be a Hong Kong Police Gun. They came into the US several years back as surplus. It could have left the factory with the swivel attached. Only an Archive letter from S&W will tell the story.

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This is a Square butt K frame, so any grips so marked will fit.

It is funny you say that, it does have the "RHKP 3552" on the spin of the handle in Yellow. So does that stand for (Royal Hong Kong Police), I appreciate the information DUMP1567.
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Welcome to the forums from the Wiregrass! There is a wide variety of grips for the model 10 square butt. As before mentioned, any grips for the K or L frames revolvers will work. A lot of folks like Pachmayr or Hogue rubber grips for shooting. They are certainly ugly but very functional. These are sweet shooting guns and you should really enjoy it.

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Thanks for the recommendation on the grips for this model, I appreciate it. I will look into them
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It is funny you say that, it does have the "RHKP 3552" on the spin of the handle in Yellow. So does that stand for (Royal Hong Kong Police), I appreciate the information DUMP1567.
Yes. Now google "Royal Hong Kong Police model 10" and you can read many threads about them and their history. Unfortunately based on my research of these, it doesn't really add much value if any.
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My understanding is that it can easily handle +P ammo.

Bread and butter S&W.

If only it could talk, coming from RHKP, the stories it could tell.
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My understanding is that it can easily handle +P ammo.

Bread and butter S&W.

If only it could talk, coming from RHKP, the stories it could tell.
I would have to agree with you Snapping Twig, the stories this gun may have coming from Hong Kong, I actually stopped a few times while on deployment with the Marines, great city.

I think I will fill out the form and get the story from Smith & Wesson on it's history if any knowing it was coming from overseas.

Thank you Guys for putting this story together so quickly and when I hear back from Smith & Wesson. Ill be happy to share the findings
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Value can range $300 to $400. Centerfire had police trade in guns for $329. If you change the grips just save the originals to put back on it if you ever decide to sell it.
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The value range truly depends on how bad someone wants it lol I am notorious for overpaying for a gun I want but the value added because of family history is imeasureable ,enjoy that gun and shoot it know being a Marine you are a rifleman but I know a few who are pretty good with a handgun also ,so take it aot to the range and report back on you findings .
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The 10-7 at about 32 years old is actually not that old - just may appear that way because of the modern plastic gun craze now days. It is one of the most popular S&W models and was carried by almost all the Country's PD's at one time or another. While not a "sexy wonder nine" it will do what ever you ask of it (within it's capability of course) and like a Timex - take a linckin' and keep on tickin'

They are accurate, reliable, robust, and a pleasure to shoot! Your M10-7 will handle any commercially loaded .38 Special including +P's but will wear slower with standard velocity ammo.
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I carried one in a holster on the streets of NYC, it is a fine weapon. I never felt out gunned, back in the day with it. As far as the grips I kept the stock wooden ones on, and for me it was a tack driver. I fed it nothing buy NYPD 158 grain lead SWC +P loads. never loosened up in all these years. While it doesn't have a great dollar value , I think every revolver fan should own one.
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Amen. Model 10, everything you need.
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I don't think you'll really get any history. All you'll probably get is "shipped to Hong Kong (or distributor) in 1984/85".

All the letter will list is when and where a gun was originally shipped and in what configuration. Also a generic history of the M&P (model 10). As these don't always have import marks, yours may have been sent back to S&W. I'm not sure if that info. would be in a letter though.

I think searching old threads on these will reveal more info. than a $75 letter will.
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My 10-10 came back to S&W from Victoria PD. As it was back to the manufacturer, and then distributed from there, it didn't require an import stamp. These stamps are usually ugly as all get out, so it's nice when they don't have them. You'll love that gun. Grips and holsters, etc. are READILY available, as they're the most common Smith as far as I know.
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My 10-10 came back to S&W from Victoria PD. As it was back to the manufacturer, and then distributed from there, it didn't require an import stamp. These stamps are usually ugly as all get out, so it's nice when they don't have them. You'll love that gun. Grips and holsters, etc. are READILY available, as they're the most common Smith as far as I know.
I have a model 13-2 that was re imported. Ugly stamp but a great gun and it was just under $300.

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