S&W Model 60

[dragonjo74]

hello people of the forum today i picked up a Model 60 .38 SPL, in order to save time and learn from experiences of others can you please give me your thoughts and ideas or information on this revolver.

the stamping's read:
.38 S.&W. SPL.
MOD 60
C8 29359
S C8 29359
7583
ANN5474

 

[Alk8944]

Not a lot to say, it's a Model 60. The ANN5474 is the serial number. The 2935(8?) (can't read it) is the "Assembly Number" that keeps the major fitted components (frame, side plate, yoke) together during production. The "S" and "C8" are fitters or inspectors marks. The only number that means anything out of the factory is the serial number. Gun was made early 1980s, probably 1984.

 

[snubbiefan]

It's a great little 38-SPCL no-lock stainless steel J-Frame among thousands of other great little no-lock stainless steel J-Frames. ENJOY!

 

[Blaze]

I owned several: 60, 60-4, & 60-7 revolvers. For my purpose of woods walking, fishing companion and general purpose house gun I rate them as the best small revolver, 38Spl or otherwise. I have used them for years and a model 60 would be the very last gun I'd give up period. My favorite model 60 is the 60-7 version in which sometimes I use 38 Spl +P ammunition. Enjoy yours.

 

[dragonjo74]

on my particular revolver it seems that some one made a crappy attempt to bob the hammer, and converted it to double action only. any one have experience with what it takes to get it back to normal?
and can any one point me in the direction of original grips?

 

[snubbiefan]

The grips would have been what S&W calls Magnas. The smallish wooden round-butt panels for lack of a simpler explanation. They turn-up for sale all the time.

On the hammer, if it has been fully modified for DA only, the SA sear notch has been filed off the hammer and it will take a new hammer to fix it. A good machinist or Smith could likely re-cut that notch. I have, but you have to be very careful. You will need a new hammer to correct any "bobbing damage" on the spur. Give S&W a call...they have been known to provide me with hammers, but they have to go to their salvage bin. Numrich Arms is another source if you have to purchase one.

 

[dragonjo74]

thanks my skills in smithing are minimal, so other then a drop in part here and there i wont be doing any work my self that will just create a bigger issue. and you can see from just looking at the hammer it will have to be replaced. other then i think i would like to go back to original the DA and bobbed hammer don't bother me except it doesn't look good being a hack job.

 

[dragonjo74]

Just wanted to show every one the route I decided on.

 

[KEN L]

Most likely shipped July or August 1986. Like dem handles!

 

[charlie sherrill]

I bought one new in 1971 for a little over $100.00 Still have it. It's very accurate for a snubby. I found another about three years ago for $300.00 OTD. I bought it because it was there and cheap at the time. My daughter took it home. I'm not getting rid of either.

 

[Stilltrying]

I brought one new in the 1970's later I I sold it back to the store owner for twice what I paid for it! I never found out why he want it so much. I should have never sold it. Do not change anything and it will always go BANG!

 

[KSDeputy]

I had a SS model 60, and sold it. We sold a lot of great revolvers when the semi-auto rage hit, and though I still have the semi's, I miss the revolvers. The model 65 & Model 60 the most.

 

[dragonjo74]

I was Born mid 80's so auto loaders have always been my staple for a handgun, but I very much love what revolvers offer.
-Especially the Smith Revolvers, And I have to say I really like the model 60 the weight of the stainless really makes the gun feel just right I might actually like it better than a modern air weight wheel gun.

 

[bronco45]

Nice set up on that Model 60.Ankle holster, OWB, IWB, Shoulder rig or pocket. Very versatile!Nice lookin too!

 

[dragonjo74]

More than likely I will carry inside the waistband, I like how small frame guns pretty much disappear and you don't even notice that they're on your side. Also, it seems like a great option to pretty much everything like a backpack gun, truck, gun, type of duties seems like it will fit nicely into even the smallest spaces.

 

[HEADKNOCKER]

Hard to beat a J Frame Snub for an all around handgun
Congrats on the M60 dragonjo74