Smith Wesson 63 Question

[k22smith]

Hi guys! Watching this gun online...Looks like threads...not sure if it is the picture or what? Is this normal?

 

[CH4]

Never seen that before. Looks like the barrel threading guy was overly enthusiastic that day. As long as the B/C gap is within spec, everything else looks proper and you can live with the looks, I wouldn't worry about it.

 

[Baxter6551]

Mine doesn't have it. Smoothly finished.

 

[2152hq]

It's just missing the last cut after the threading is complete.
That should take the threaded portion down to or just below the minor dia of the thread cut for a short distance from the breech end forward.
It creates a smooth unthreaded portion that extends from the frame to cylinder.

Maybe a bad run of bbls on the cnc machine. Maybe they tried using it as a shortcut in production at some point.,,time saver.

Instant collectible!

 

[Nesmith]

Not a problem

My pinned-barrel M63 (no dash) that I've had for 30+ years shows the same though less pronounced partial threading. So far, it's only been a problem for the occasional raccoon.

 

[glenwolde]

My pinned-barrel M63 (no dash) that I've had for 30+ years shows the same though less pronounced partial threading. So far, it's only been a problem for the occasional raccoon.

Mine too.

The barrel stamping on mine is also uneven, visibly shallow at one end. I find the "legendary" quality of S&W on many of the late 70's and 80's guns to be lacking. Still great shooting and functioning guns for the most part but fit and finish is hit or miss.

 

[pharmer]

Not on this one. That's the 1st time I have seen that. Shouldn't affect function. Joe

 

[k22smith]

Thanks guys! Guess they forgot to turn the threads off. Must have been done on a Monday or Friday. Yours is gorgeous Pharmer!

 

[fiasconva]

Do you think it came from the factory that way or maybe it was a DIY barrel change?

 

[Old cop]

Doesn't look like my 4" Model 63.

 

[max503]

Shoot a bunch of cheap ammo through it. The spatter will cover it up.

 

[chief38]

PASS! Not normal.

 

[Camster]

Thanks guys! Guess they forgot to turn the threads off. Must have been done on a Monday or Friday. Yours is gorgeous Pharmer!

You have to remember that the factory runs 24/7, with the guys working twelve hour shifts (That's what I recall, from a factory tour long ago)
Some of the procedures must get very mind numbing.

 

[K-22]

Not a Unicorn

Hi guys! Watching this gun online...Looks like threads...not sure if it is the picture or what? Is this normal?

Over the years, I have seen this on more than one occasion.
Back in the 70s, if I recall.
Poor QC.
Best,
Gary

 

[CH4]

Hope you don't live in CA, threaded barrels are a felony.

 

[k22smith]

Yeah, I thought about someone changing the barrel. It is at around $360 right now with a couple days left. There is also a 17-4 that is at around $230ish with some rust and pitting...probably best to forget about them and buy a nice one with no worries?

 

[K-22]

Good Bore

Yeah, I thought about someone changing the barrel. It is at around $360 right now with a couple days left. There is also a 17-4 that is at around $230ish with some rust and pitting...probably best to forget about them and buy a nice one with no worries?

If if there are only cosmetic issues on that Mod 17, and if it stayed under $450, I would be the new owner.
Best,
Gary

 

[k22smith]

Here are a few pics of the 17...

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Ejector rod don't show much wear, but the gun has definitely been neglected.