S&W Hand Ejector

mackcrane

I have a S&W Hand Ejector made in 1920 that has S/N 92462 on the butt, barrel, and cylinder, but has S/N 68966 on the hinge or crane and the frame under the rear of the barrel. Why 2 S/Ns? Thanks.

mackcrane

I have a chance to buy this S&W .32 Hand Ejector 2nd Change. It is a little rough on the outside but the owner says it is mechanically sound. I can probably pick it up for under $200 including my FFL's fee. What is the difference between the changes as I do not know. It does look like there is some surface rust and being it is nickle how bad is this? I know it is not a big time collectible-I'm looking at it for a shooter. I could always hard chrome it or Dura-Coat it. What do you guys think?

mackcrane

Tomorrow I'm going to look at a 2nd model 1926 hand ejector in .44 special. Is there anything I need to look for? Is the serial number on the frame, barrel and cylinder? Should I remove the grips? If so, what would I be looking for? Seller is asking $800/trade. I could use all the words of wisdom I can get. Thanks in advance.

Bob

62fuelie

S&W used an assembly number in the crane way on many revolvers. The number on the butt is the one that counts.

givette

The 'off' number is for in-house use to keep lots together prior to final assembly/fit. Unless writing a thesis on S&W, it makes no matter to us mere mortals.

Not to worry. Your gun is matched, as it should be. Best, Joe

mackcrane

Thanks guys. I was hoping it would be one of those rare high dollar mistakes but it's a great gun anyway.