I recently purchased a 100% Finish Condition Model 49 made in 1969 (sn J65xxx) on the butt. The serial number is nowhere else but there are two other numbers which match each other. On the frame near the base under left grip there is a 46XXX and also the same 46XXX stamped on the Yoke. What do those numbers signify?

Thanks for Your help.

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	S&W Model 49 Frame Number 46145 Close.jpg (69.7 KB, 14 views)
	S&W Model 49 cylinder number close.jpg (56.5 KB, 13 views)
	m49 ls close.jpg (71.7 KB, 15 views)

Those are assembly numbers used by workers in the factory to keep the different parts together. They have no other significance.

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John

Thanks very much for the speedy reply.

Gary

Looks very nice.