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The holster is correct for a RIGHT hander. These holsters were designed for use by U.S. Calvary soldiers who, when mounted, were expected to use the saber in their right hand and the revolver in their left hand - hence the left handed cross draw from the holster worn butt forward on the right...

Thanks guys. So it appears it is not as old as I thought. I checked the grip page and do not see these shown anywhere in the pics. They have a very distinct rounded top that fits into the frame, not on top of it, if that helps at all. There is some finish blemishing on the right sideplate...

Sorry, yes 4 screws on R sideplate. DUH! Fixed the OP. I expected it was made circa 1920's, given the last patent date? Is there a published list of S&W serial numbers showing date of manufacture? Where does the term Hand Ejector apply v. M&P? Thanks for your reply and hope more will be...

Addendum: This revolver has NOT been refinished and all the screw heads appear pristine. On the bottom bbl number there appears to be an R in front of and spaced from the serial number. Grips fit tight and may never have been removed prior to my inspection. Hope this helps with any info. Thanks

I have an older 4" bbl blued revolver, showing holster and use wear, marked as follows: 642560 (serial #?) on bottom butt, underside of bbl & rear cylinder face 50618 on frame under crane & on crane S&W trade mark circle - small, on left side of frame MADE IN U.S.A. on right side of frame 38...

I have two pair of S&W 1985 dated target grips that were taken off new Mdl 686 L-Frames in the mid-1980s. Never used, still have the inspection sticker on the bottom. What frame size will these fit: K, L, N? Value? Thanks

I have a neew S&W barrel for the 1917. Email me if you are interested.