Model 67 no dash production date

[RockinRafterP]

I recently inherited a no dash Model 67, serial number N806xxx, there are stampings under the left grip panel of A13, A15& A24. It has a bright finish, wood grips, an 8.25" barrel, black adjustable rear sights and a red ramp front sight. Any additional information would be appreciated.

 

[srsmyth]

That’s a model 57. Nice revolver, I have one with the 6” barrel.

 

[Doc44]

Your Model 57 has a nickel finish, target stocks made of Goncalo alves, and an 8 3/8-inch barrel. It was probably shipped in 1980. The stampings under the stocks on the grip frame were put there by individuals who assembled and inspected your Model 57. Your Model 57 would have been shipped originally with a mahogany presentation case.

Bill

 

[ezb57]

Nice! There is a big difference between a 67 and a 57!

 

[RockinRafterP]

Somebody should have told Smith & Wesson that, because it is clearly stamped MOD. 67 under the yoke

 

[Model29-26.5]

I’d love to see the stamp.
67 is a K frame 38.
57 is big N frame so the yoke would be different.
Factory mistake I’d imagine which is a cool find.
I’m after a 57 just like yours…. When the time comes.
That is to say, it’s not in my collection yet but it will be!

 

[ezb57]

Interesting.
There is a two-inch Model 65 that was mistamped "M15-2" on GB right now.

 

[MelvinWalker]

Model 57...Nice specimen too.

I would also like to see the yoke, as pointed out, they are two totally different frames.