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It was part of a package with several other guns. It wasn't cheap, but it wasn't retail but it was a solid offer since the former owner was a good friend.
Found my Pre-27 5" gun (Pics added)
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Me too.
Top to bottom,
1959 8 3/8"
1960 6.5"
1961 6"
1975 5"
1957 4"
1957 3.5"
1967 6" nickel
edit: I added my 6" nickel to the picture.
Since posting the top picture back in January I'v sold my 1959 8 3/8" M-27, 1961 6" M-27, and the 1955 3.5" and 1957 4" pre-27s.
I kept my 1975 5" M-27-2 for sentimental reasons. The 1968 6" nickel M-27 because its a beautiful handgun and my only nickel.
And my 1960 6.5" M-27 is my favorite gun.
Pre-27
Hello all. I'm brand new to the forum and not up to speed on my Smith collection. The pistol that I'm intrigued most about is my 6" pre-27. I'm trying to find the year it was made. Also, after browsing your amazing photos, I realized that the grips that are on it are not original. The serial number is S 90880. Clearly the grips that came with it are not original. Thanks for you assistance.
Hello all. I'm brand new to the forum and not up to speed on my Smith collection. The pistol that I'm intrigued most about is my 6" pre-27. I'm trying to find the year it was made. Also, after browsing your amazing photos, I realized that the grips that are on it are not original. The serial number is S 90880. Clearly the grips that came with it are not original. Thanks for you assistance.
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Your 6" pre 27 would fall into the range of 1952-53.
Thank you for the quick response. What is the best way to find out exactly? Also, what does it mean to have it "lettered"?
Factory Letters
Kelroy;
The Letters we refer to on this Forum are from Mr. Roy Jinks who is the Smith & Wesson Historian. He worked at Smith & Wesson for a gazillion years and has access to most all of the old, original factory records and is the author of many famous books.
Look at my post #22 above which has pictures of my pre-27, also an S prefix serial number.
Attached below is the Factory Letter that I received regarding that particular firearm.
There is a cost for these Letters, see the appropriate sub section of this Forum for the form and costs.
Kelroy;
The Letters we refer to on this Forum are from Mr. Roy Jinks who is the Smith & Wesson Historian. He worked at Smith & Wesson for a gazillion years and has access to most all of the old, original factory records and is the author of many famous books.
Look at my post #22 above which has pictures of my pre-27, also an S prefix serial number.
Attached below is the Factory Letter that I received regarding that particular firearm.
There is a cost for these Letters, see the appropriate sub section of this Forum for the form and costs.
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