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WTB Used pre-model 29 4 in bbl. Thanks, but I am looking for a 4 inch.

Would like to purchase a pre- model 29 4 in. bbl. blue steel in good condition without the case. Or if anyone knows of one for sale. Thanks.

The person who would know is Roy Jinks. He knows everything as the S&W historian. Might give him a call.

Letter designation on S&W revolvers Just a thought that they might have some meaning other than random. Makes sense now that you mention the hammer block. The addition of the "S" for safety. Thanks for the info.

I often wonder what the frame letters in the serial numbers on S&W revolvers stand for. I.E. N, L, K, J and such. I know they describe frame size but is the letter an abreviation for a word or were they selected at random. I found out that the old " S" designation stands for SAFETY. What...

Model 25-2 Good idea. Will check it out. Thanks

I just picked up a Model 25-2 and plan to cast 185 gr. SWC bullets. I have read that the cylinder bore on some of these guns was excessive. Should I size the bullets to .452 or .454? Any help would be appreciated.

Model 12 turns out to be a 38 Hand Ejector Thanks for all the replies. I found a picture on the forum of a 38 Hand Ejector but it was blue steel. I also found David Wilson's dating of the Hand Ejectors. My serial # falls in the range of 1905/Third 146900-241703. The gun is nickel and I am...

Model 12-3 I am going back tomorrow with a magnet. I am inclined to believe it is an early 38 Hand Ejector. The reason the pawn shop dealer listed it as a 12-3 is because the crane # is 0123. this along with the serial number could be an old gun, but I doubt that is factory nickel. Thanks...

Can anyone tell me by the serial number if the gun has a steel cylinder? It is at a local pawn shop for sale. Has black S&W grips.