Can’t quite figure this one out…

[Tom Garrett]

Hi y’all. I picked up a nice square butt model 60 no dash. Serial is AEU9
XXX. No adjustable sights, should be a mid 60s gun. Not. No pin, L side small logo. Confused. Guess I’m just looking for an approximate date of birth. Can’t figure out anything with the 5th edition S&W bible.

 

[Retired W4]

The pinned barrel was deleted in 1982. The AEU prefix suggests 1984 manufacture.

I'm guessing it's a mis-marked 60-1.

 

[Tom Garrett]

The pinned barrel was deleted in 1982. The AEU prefix suggests 1984 manufacture.

I'm guessing it's an mis-marked 60-1.

Yeah, that’s why i was confused.

 

[Retired W4]

Mis-stamped model markings are not that uncommon on S&W's.

 

[Dump1567]

The only Sq. Butt Model 60 in 3 inch that I'm aware of are the ones ordered by Jovino's out of NY. And as mentioned, I believe the years these came out, they should be a -#. But I believe they are all just marked model 60 (mine is). There was a 1,000 3" & a 1,000 2" inch made for Jovino's to sell.

I found one in my local shop a few months ago and did the research. Here the one I have (dates to 1985) and the original ad. These are desirable guns due to the limited supply. But I don't know if that would bring a premium in price.

 

[Tom Garrett]

The only Sq. Butt Model 60 in 3 inch that I'm aware of are the ones ordered by Jovino's out of NY. And as mentioned, I believe the years these came out, they should be a -#. But I believe they are all just marked model 60 (mine is). There was a 1,000 3" & a 1,000 2" inch made for Jovino's to sell.

I found one in my local shop a few months ago and did the research. Here the one I have (dates to 1985) and the original ad. These are desirable guns due to the limited supply. But I don't know if that would bring a premium in price.

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Thank you very much. I knew J frame square butts were not common, but i didn’t think they’d be a run of 1000. I appreciate the information sir!

 

[HeloMt]

Yep, if it's a Jovino they do bring a premium. They initially did 600, 2 inch, then 1000, 3 inch guns. There is a 2 inch in the classified sale section currently. Generally, if they are excellent to nib, with box and paperwork, they'll go north of $1000.

 

[GnarlsR2]

Date of manufacturer of Serial is AEU9 S&W Model 60

Based on the information available, the
Smith & Wesson Model 60 with serial number AEU9 is a part of the J-frame series. Smith & Wesson started using a 3-letter prefix followed by numbers for serial numbers after the mid-1980s. The Model 60 was first introduced in 1965 and is still in production in 2025.
To pinpoint the exact date of manufacture for the revolver with serial number AEU9, you would likely need to:

1. Check the Smith & Wesson website: Some manufacturers have a serial number lookup tool that allows you to input the number and retrieve information, including the manufacturing date.
2. Contact Smith & Wesson directly: Their customer service or historian department might be able to provide the specific date of manufacture based on the serial number, according to Quora.
3. Consult the "Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson": This reference book often contains detailed information about different models and serial number ranges.
4. Utilize online forums or collector communities: Members of these communities may have access to information or resources that could help determine the manufacturing date.