Strange markings
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kwill1911
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Since you know they are German stamps I'm not sure what you are asking. S&W sold a lot of handguns through their German distributor.
Without a serial number there isn't anything that can be provided about shipping information, etc.
Bill
Bill
The Forum needs more info to better identify your .357 Magnum, i.e. s/n. Do you have the original box, tools, and paperwork? What type of stocks (grips) are on the revolver? The Model 27-2 with 5" bbl. is a popular and valuable revolver, and the German proof stamps shouldn't hurt the value much, if at all. The 27-2 was introduced in 1961 and was produced until 1982 when the 27-3 was released. Since your revolver has an S-prefix s/n, it dates to sometime between 1961 and 1969 (when S&W changed to N-prefix s/n's). If it's in really nice condition and has its original stocks (probably diamond center Magna walnut stocks), your 27-2 could easily be worth $1500+. The original box and goodies could easily add $150+.
diecidecimi
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These are the markings of the German bank of Munich ( the diamond shield), the year of the proof ( apparently a 66), and the eagle with capital letter N is the test with smokeless powder.
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