Small but growing herd

[Yarddog1]

Been reading up on the forum for a little bit. Thought I would share my small collection of S&Ws. If someone could kindly look up ship dates I would be thankful.

Top left is a m64-3 #ADP1xxx
Top right is a m36 #2223xx
Bottom left is an HP #S1037xx
Bottom right is a m37 #BAE9xxx

 

[Rufus]

Very nice! Your herd is a bit larger than mine.

 

[CHASLX200]

Nice looking herd there.

 

[Yarddog1]

Thanks. The Sa trigger on the HP makes me look like I know how to shoot.

 

[samandglove1]

Wow, that's an early 5-screw Highway Patrolman. It's probably the first half of 1954.

 

[hotrod150]

36: between 1957 and 1962 (est 1960)
37: 1988
per SCSW

 

[Yarddog1]

Thank you, hotrod

 

[hotrod150]

My interest is in j-frames, so that's what I looked up. As far as the other two: looks like 1954 for the HP as already posted, and 1983 for the 64-3.
What kind of finish is on that model 36? How about a close-up? I have a set of SB Badger boot grips that'd fit it- email me if you're interested in buying them.

 

[sheepdawg]

I collect too many herds. I'd have a lot mors S&Ws if not for that.

 

[Yarddog1]

Some spray-on stuff. Looked ok until I shot it. Not wearing well at all. It came to me that way, it's to be a summer carry peice, so I didn't mind.

 

[Yarddog1]

I was hoping it would wear better. Now to find another finish to put on it.

 

[hotrod150]

Is that black paint on the diamond-checked grips? That's a shame....almost sacrilege. Oh well, to each their own.

 

[Yarddog1]

yeah. Although it does seem to be wearing off with just a little holster wear, so might be able to lightly sand the rest off. Don't know why they did that, the wood looks to be a little darker than the N frame grips looking at the insides.

 

[Malpasowildlifer]

caution, the herd will grow exponentially if you are not careful!

 

[A10]

You have some nice revolvers there congratulations!

 

[BCDWYO]

In my experience, once you get to the "posting pics on a forum" stage, the herd will DEFINITELY start to grow! Nice revolvers! I'm sure the 36 will function just fine as your summer carry piece, but OUCH does that look hideous (in my opinion!)
Welcome to the best forum Yarddog!

 

[kraZman]

@Yarddog!

If you're near Wichita, Ryan at FTW Coatings can make that look sweet for not a lot of $$$. He did a Stainless Kahr MK9 for me and I'm quite happy with the results.
kraz

 

[hotrod150]

What would be the best way to strip off the paint on the grips without damaging the grips themselves?

 

[Warren Sear]

What would be the best way to strip off the paint on the grips without damaging the grips themselves?

Keep sandpaper away from those grips! Use a paint stripper, and let it soak. When the stripper has done its work, the paint will wash off with a soft tooth brush.

 

[srsmyth]

Wow, that's an early 5-screw Highway Patrolman. It's probably the first half of 1954.

My thoughts also. I think that might be the lowest serial # I've seen here for a 4" HP. Very nice herd you have there Yarddog1, thanks for sharing.
Steve