Pre-model 10

[DWalt]

Is there a SN stamped on the inside of the right panel, and if so, what is it? Can you post pictures showing both panels, front and back? Even though similar, the N-frame grips re a little larger, and there are visual clues as to which size they will be.

 

[Alk8944]

How do I know if they are for an N-frame, They are a fraction to big and over hang front and back just a hair.

Nice revolver, you didn't get hurt a bit! I would have payed that in a minute.

They are not N-Frame stocks, just from a different gun of a few years later vintage. At this period, and into the 1970s, Stocks were hand fit to the specific frame they were fit to, hence the reason the SN was stamped on the inside of the right stock. If they were N-Frame stocks they would over-hang a lot, about 1/8", at the rear, not at the front. Contrary to what some believe the only difference in shape between N and K stocks is from the level of the screw hole up to the "knuckle" of the frame. The knuckle is the corner of the frame behind the hammer. The over-hang tapers from top to bottom, with the greatest over-hang being right at the knuckle.

A supposedly knowledgible LGS had one in almost identical condition they were asking $800 for! They had it for over 2 years too. If it had been $500 I would have bought it, but they wouldn't budge! But the stocks were at least correct vintage, probably numbered correctly too.

 

[ejjeff]

Beautiful revolver, I would keep it (jmho)

 

[apollo99]

I have a 5 screw, 6" M&P from '47, It is a regular with me at the range. Your price is a tad bit high for a face to face, but an online with shipping you did OK.

 

[Viking Grampa]

Is there a SN stamped on the inside of the right panel, and if so, what is it? Can you post pictures showing both panels, front and back? Even though similar, the N-frame grips re a little larger, and there are visual clues as to which size they will be.

I won't be able to check till later, I'll let you know what I find. Thanks for your help!!

 

[Viking Grampa]

Nice revolver, you didn't get hurt a bit! I would have payed that in a minute.

They are not N-Frame stocks, just from a different gun of a few years later vintage. At this period, and into the 1970s, Stocks were hand fit to the specific frame they were fit to, hence the reason the SN was stamped on the inside of the right stock. If they were N-Frame stocks they would over-hang a lot, about 1/8", at the rear, not at the front. Contrary to what some believe the only difference in shape between N and K stocks is from the level of the screw hole up to the "knuckle" of the frame. The knuckle is the corner of the frame behind the hammer. The over-hang tapers from top to bottom, with the greatest over-hang being right at the knuckle.

A supposedly knowledgible LGS had one in almost identical condition they were asking $800 for! They had it for over 2 years too. If it had been $500 I would have bought it, but they wouldn't budge! But the stocks were at least correct vintage, probably numbered correctly too.

Thanks for all the info, what are the correct grips for this revolver.

 

[Viking Grampa]

Beautiful revolver, I would keep it (jmho)

I'm starting to like it. I like that it is so old and the craftsmanship is great. I think I'll probable hang on to it, returns are such a pain.
But I'm still going to raise a bit of a stink with the seller. Thanks !!

 

[VNK971]

I've gotten a couple of guns off Gunbroker that were not the model in the description. The oddest one was listed as a Model 14-406 that was really a 2" M&P .38, 1947. I'm no genius, but even I recognized it from the picture. The seller listed the assembly number as the model number.

 

[daddio202]

Well I for one am glad you have come to the conclusion that you did. If it were me I would do the same. There is a novelty to being able to adjust rear sights but once in position mine never move.It's just one more thing that can break if dropped or in my case the case got dropped and the force inside cracked rear blade sight on my 19-3. IThe craftsmanship back in the day was a few notches higher than now days and a notch higher than in the seventies. I think you will enjoy shooting your M&P 38 special just as much if not more than a model 15 and the value is still pretty close. As far as the grips not fitting perfect you can find a set of originals maybe on Ebay or if it was me I would go to Altamont grips.Com and for 50 to 80 dollars or so the have many beautiful choices I especially like target grips that wrap around front. Good luck to you and enjoy her!

 

[kimporter]

i've got some good deals off of GB because dealers didn't know what they had

 

[Absalom]

i've got some good deals off of GB because dealers didn't know what they had

I really don't think this has anything to do with "not knowing what they had"; this is simply bizarre. Looking through their various and extensive online offerings, this is not a pawnshop, but a professional and competent gun business that knows guns, and there is no reasonable explanation for the listing, down to a specific dash model number that apparently came out of nowhere, of the wrong gun.

If I were the OP, even if I decided to keep the gun, I'd be on the phone with the manager just trying to nail down what happened in any case. If there is an innocent explanation, they would want to know too.

 

[ParadiseRoad]

...photos of the revolver in question...

 

[mrchuck]

You did just fine. So,,keep it, shoot it.It will be very accurate.Also a great side arm when hunting.
It would be even better if the Auction Company sent you a check to cover the mistake they obviously made.

 

[deyomatic]

I really don't think this has anything to do with "not knowing what they had"; this is simply bizarre. Looking through their various and extensive online offerings, this is not a pawnshop, but a professional and competent gun business that knows guns, and there is no reasonable explanation for the listing, down to a specific dash model number that apparently came out of nowhere, of the wrong gun.

If I were the OP, even if I decided to keep the gun, I'd be on the phone with the manager just trying to nail down what happened in any case. If there is an innocent explanation, they would want to know too.

That is exactly what I was thinking. They called it a 15-3 not a model 15.

 

[policerevolvercollector]

That is what happens when you are posting multiple listings and you " cut & paste ". That's all it is. You bought the gun that they intended to sell regardless of any written description.

Congrats on a nice M&P.

Best,
Charles

 

[Viking Grampa]

You did just fine. So,,keep it, shoot it.It will be very accurate.Also a great side arm when hunting.
It would be even better if the Auction Company sent you a check to cover the mistake they obviously made.

I'm going to shoot it tomorrow and hope it's accurate, a check would be nice as well

 

[deyomatic]

I'm going to shoot it tomorrow and hope it's accurate, a check would be nice as well

Let us know how you do...at the range and at the bank. Good luck with both.

 

[vrichard]

Thanks for all the info, what are the correct grips for this revolver.

Your grips should looke like these,# to the gun,this 5in.is just a little early
then your 6in.
Dick

 

[Absalom]

Thanks for all the info, what are the correct grips for this revolver.

And in case the stocks on your gun and the ones in Dick's photo above look very similar to you, you'd be correct, they are.

The key is the top or shoulder of the stocks. The rounded sloping style on yours was introduced in the early/mid-1950s. If you look closely at Dick's picture, you'll notice a distinct sharper edge, which is why we refer to these as "sharp-shouldered magnas".

 

[Bob L]

If you like the pistol, I would keep it and enjoy shooting a very fine, good looking firearm. Even if you paid on the high side for it, in 10 or 20 years, you will realize what a bargain you got for a nice precision firearm.