The numbers on the yoke (Colts have cranes) and on the frame behind the yoke are assembly numbers, used to keep parts together during the build process. The eagle head under the barrel is a military approval mark.
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Got you. So those are unrelated to the serial number? I wonder why they just wouldn't use the serial number, unless the SN isn't assigned until later?
Maybe dumb and pointless questions but my curiosity knows no bounds.
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Assembly numbers have no relationship to the serial numbers. I have no idea why S&W chose to do it that way.
StrawHat
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The odd numbers you mention are assembly numbers or fitters numbers used to keep parts together during the assembly process.
I believe the serial number would be stamped at some point after much of the fitting is done.
Kevin
I believe the serial number would be stamped at some point after much of the fitting is done.
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VaTom
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The matching serial number on the yoke is on the side of it. You have to look through one of the cartridge holes in the cylinder to see it. A small flashlight is helpful as the numbers are small. As indicated prior the numbers in your pics are assembly numbers.
It is fun chunking .45 lead out of a revolver. Mine, to the best of my knowledge, was probably a early commercial, built with some government proofed parts. I really enjoy shooting it. I also have a nickeled "classic" version, the 22-4 made early this century. I am going to make me a double quick draw rig for them and go out hunting some outlaws. All that training I got watching westerns in the 50s through the 70s will come in handy!
You darn tootin! Happy hunting pilgrim.
Ah. I see it now. It too matches. Thanks!
