K-38 Combat Masterpiece Pre-Model 15??

[SteelFoxFirearms]

Hi all, I'm not sure if the gun I have is a Combat Masterpiece Pre-model or a Model 15. It does have the Mod 15 inside the yoke, it has a pinned barrel, the K prefix, 38 S&W Special CTG on the barrel. Did the Model 15 have those characteristics as well? Has a 4 screw frame. Serial #K 3551XX. I don't think it's that new. I was thinking maybe it is a Combat Masterpiece that was made in 1957 since that's the year they started stamping the model #'s. Or I'm just missing something lol. I would appreciate some insight if anyone knows. I don't want to misrepresent it when I list it on Gunbroker, because it does affect the value somewhat. Thanks for any help

Wendy

 

[arjay]

It was probably made in 1959 according to SCSW.

 

[wheelgun610]

.... It does have the Mod 15 inside the yoke....

There's your answer.

It is a Model 15, and at the same time, it's also a Combat Masterpiece. Those with the model # marking began showing up by 1958. Prior to then, the factory called them just a Combat Masterpiece.

Mark

 

[DWalt]

K3551XX
K350,548 – K386,804...1959 (manufacture)
On my list I have K3515xx which shipped in 3/59.
If it has a MOD. 15 stamping, it is a Model 15. But I believe that most S&W advertising, etc., usually called it a Model 15 Combat Masterpiece. Either or both is OK.

 

[SteelFoxFirearms]

Thanks everyone - appreciate the info