Went thisgun was made? DSE7233 serial for smith and wesson

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There were several variants in terms of available barrel length (4", 5 1/2", and 7"), target grips, and frame colors (gray or black). The stainless steel version (as opposed to the blued steel) was called the 22S.

Dating

https://www.smithandwessonforums.com/threads/curious-about-s-w-model-22a-manufacture-date.18754/

More on Dates, it is an earlier one

https://www.google.com/search?q=smith+and+wesson+22a+serial+number+lookup

Gun Values board is a good place for pricing, but remember, Condition is everything.

S&W Model 22A

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Smith Wesson Model 1 1 2



Smith Wesson model 1 1 2 single action 32

You have to go to a library and use The Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson

I can't tell by the photo if it's a five shot or a six shot. Six shot Airweights are relatively rare and are worth more. (I gave my son one, you should have seen him smile!)

As Andrew said, more info is needed to identify your gun. Inside the crane at the hinge is a number that will identify the model number. This plus the serial number can get you a letter with the date of manufacture from Smith & Wesson. I don't think they charge for this. For a fee they will send you a sort of "Birth" certificate with a lot more info, but it only makes sense to get one for a valuable collectible.

As to value, check for similar guns sold on sites such as Gunbroker.com and GunsAmerica.com. Ignore what people are asking for their guns. Check for completed auctions and sales.

As in anything similar, condition is paramount. Your gun photographs well, but it's difficult to see if it has wear, and of course, the gun would need to be personally inspected by a knowledgeable person for mechanical defects and bore condition.

Dear Howard,

Weapons serialization files may help you locate this date. Follow to this link. http://www.nramuseum.org/media/940941/serialization-date%20of%20manufacture.pdf .

Smith and Wesson forums offer this information at this link. 32 20 ctg serial number lookup .


This will get you closer to your goal by read the information offered.


FAre. Well.

I own a 38 cal.smith and wesson handgun that has been passed down through the family..im told its very rare a 5 shot 38 cal handgun..would like to know how rare it is ..if its possible. .I can be reached on fb John Paul Maranto..I know its very old AND RARE..thank you JPJ

The gun you our asking about should be around $1200.00. The smith and Wesson does not make that gun any more they where the first one to manufacture them. The serial number is pretty low 66 gun maid in the first run of the 357. So your number is in the right area for a good price in fact any Smith an Wesson 357 our worth a lot so good luck if your going to sell it. If you list it on gun for sale . com you will be bared with offers right now the prices our soring.

Dear A,
Here is a link for the NRA museum of serialization
http://www.nramuseum.org/media/940941/serialization-date%20of%20manufacture.pdf

Here are two links that can lead you to the information by contact.

Smith Wesson
Smith Wesson


Here is a forum called the firing line where a discussion can be pursued by the members who offer advice. Smith and Wesson serial number search The Firing Line Forums

Order The factory Letter from S&W. Recommended by Hammer it within the forum from 2006 as a senior member.



Fare. Well.

Hello. go to this link and order what you need directly from smith and wesson
http://www.smith-wesson.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/CategoryDisplay?catalogId=10001&storeId=10001&categoryId=16204&langId=-1&parent_category_rn=16259&top_category=16259&training=