Model 469 info

[Chuck in Indiana]

I have a satin nickle 469 that I bought new back in the day. I haven't shot it much since then, but am getting interested in shooting again. Somehow, I've lost the paperwork that came with it, and would like to strip it down for a proper cleaning and get to know it session.
Search hasn't gotten me any info on it, but I may just not be using the right method?
Any info would be appreciated..
Chuck

 

[jsbethel]

http://www.gunknowledge.com/Documents/Smith & Wesson/S&W 469 Owners Manual.pdf

http://www.gunknowledge.com/Documents/Smith & Wesson/S&W Centerfire Pistol.pdf

https://www.smith-wesson.com/wcssto...her/S&W_Metal_Frame_Autos_Manual_05_30_11.pdf

 

[Chuck in Indiana]

Thank you, sir.. speedy service.

 

[max]

Are you sure it is satin nickel? Could it be a 669? Some were made for Ashland in nickel, just curious.

 

[Chuck in Indiana]

Are you sure it is satin nickel? Could it be a 669? Some were made for Ashland in nickel, just curious.

Nope, its a 469. Looks like satin nickle to me, but I could be wrong. The dealer said it was a limited edition when I bought it. Serial no TAB 8388
I suppose this makes it *extremely* valuable.. if true?

 

[grif684]

Nope, its a 469. Looks like satin nickle to me, but I could be wrong. The dealer said it was a limited edition when I bought it. Serial no TAB 8388
I suppose this makes it *extremely* valuable.. if true?

It has the correct serial number prefix for a factory nickel Ashland limited edition. Not common, but not extremely valuable, maybe a premium of about a hundred bucks over a standard 469 in like condition...if you have the box, it will have an orange or red sticker affixed next to the label that says it's an Ashland pistol...

 

[Chuck in Indiana]

It has the correct serial number prefix for a factory nickel Ashland limited edition. Not common, but not extremely valuable, maybe a premium of about a hundred bucks over a standard 469 in like condition...if you have the box, it will have an orange or red sticker affixed next to the label that says it's an Ashland pistol...

If I had the box, I'd have the paperwork. We moved in 97, and some things have apparently fallen into another dimension in space/time..<shrug>
I loaded up a bunch of 115 FMJs last night to see how it shoots.
So.. ballpark figure.. $400-500 retail?

 

[grif684]

If I had the box, I'd have the paperwork. We moved in 97, and some things have apparently fallen into another dimension in space/time..<shrug>
I loaded up a bunch of 115 FMJs last night to see how it shoots.
So.. ballpark figure.. $400-500 retail?

Yep, you're right in the ballpark.

 

[flyguy8555]

I have a Model 469, and when I got it I wanted to tear it down and replace the springs (just because). I gotta tell you, it was quite the ordeal! Granted, I am not a gunsmith, and the youtube videos that I followed weren't as detailed as I would have liked. That being said, my advise is to go really slow and record (video, pictures) the teardown in detail - it will greatly assist you in re-assembly.
As long as you're going to tear it down, one modification that I performed (and I highly recommend) was replacing the original hammer with one from a 3rd generation pistol (6906) to eliminate the half-cock notch. It makes the trigger pull much smoother, and the half-cock is redundant and unnecessary on the 469.

 

[shawn mccarver]

Field strip for cleaning is pretty much the same as any other second or third generation pistol, except that the 469 does not have a separate barrel bushing as did the 459, if memory serves correctly. It has been a really long time.

I do not recommend that you take it further down than field strip for cleaning.

 

[Chuck in Indiana]

Well, I put 50 rounds through it today, and liked it better than I expected. A good cleaning and lube considerably helped the feel of the trigger. It's.. uh.. ok, considering what the gun is made for. It's not a target pistol for heavinsake..
Functions very well. That's a good thing. Initially shot 2" low and right. Bumped the rear sight to center it. Maybe a little hotter load will bring up the point of impact. I'll add maybe .2 grains and try again.
Fun.. fun..

 

[mbliss57]

The price on a 469 is about $300 plus or minus. I suppose as that is nickel satin it would get a premium but only to SW nuts like us. I bought a 669 for $350 LNIB last year and a 469 for $275. Both at a local LGS.
Very nice 469!! I just don't want to pump you up too high on value.
The Ashland run will help with sale price if you want to sell...but (being redundant) only to SW collectors/aficionados/accumulators who know its history.

 

[Chuck in Indiana]

The price on a 469 is about $300 plus or minus. I suppose as that is nickel satin it would get a premium but only to SW nuts like us. I bought a 669 for $350 LNIB last year and a 469 for $275. Both at a local LGS.
Very nice 469!! I just don't want to pump you up too high on value.
The Ashland run will help with sale price if you want to sell...but (being redundant) only to SW collectors/aficionados/accumulators who know its history.

Oh, price doesn't matter. It's not like I'm going to sell it or anything.. Thanks!
I went to the big spring gun show in Indy this month, but never saw asking prices anywhere near that low.
It's been 25 years since I priced anything involved with shooting sports. Imagine the sticker shock when I saw the price of bullets, powder, etc.
I still have lots of 22LR from back in the day.. I'm RICH! Rich, I tell ya..