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Question about S&W revolver

Oklahoma223Oklahoma223 Member Posts: 2,648 ✭✭
edited May 2010 in Ask the Experts
I was wondering what model this is. I know it is a K frame round butt. I was also wondering if any K frame hammer will work in this. Thanks, Jeff.
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  • nmyersnmyers Member Posts: 16,892 ✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    Serial number?
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  • Oklahoma223Oklahoma223 Member Posts: 2,648 ✭✭
    edited November -1
    Serial # 605067
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  • mrbrucemrbruce Member Posts: 3,374
    edited November -1
    Swing the cylinder open the model should be stamped just above the hinge...
    Any K frame hammer will fit it if it is a K frame......
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  • pecosparkpecospark Member Posts: 60 ✭✭
    edited November -1
    You could probably sell the piece easily and buy one with a hammer. It might be cheaper in the long run.
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  • abcguns2abcguns2 Member Posts: 2,320 ✭✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    Looks like a 'pre model 10' k frame ??? not all K frame hammers will work ???
    Thanks !!!
    d.a.stearns.................a.k.a............SKEEZIX
    Gunsmith / LEO
    Athens , Tn












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  • beantownshootahbeantownshootah Member Posts: 12,776 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    Your gun's seen a little "wear".

    The model number should be inscribed inside the frame under the barrel when you open up the cylinder. If this is really a K-frame, then a model 10 would be most likely.

    As mentioned, any K-frame hammer ought to fit, though whether or not its cost-effective to actually install one is a whole other issue.

    You have to figure a decent shape hammer will run maybe $30-40 and then installing it will probably cost that much again (if not more).

    Unfortunately, the finish on your gun appears so worn, that the gun itself is probably only worth $200 (or less).

    As mentioned, it may just be more cost-effective to swap the entire gun for one you like rather than mess with the hammer.

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  • ruger41ruger41 Member Posts: 14,665 ✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    Prior to 1958 S&W did not have model numbers stamped inside the crane--with that serial number it should be a M&P Model --I just saw some exactly like yours on a S&W forum from the mid 1950's-with that style of front sight--but they had two different hammers--some had that "fishhook" upswept one and others had the standard hammer. Saxon Pig(Doc) has two of them with the upswept fishhook style and 2" barrel and the half moon front sight.
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  • nmyersnmyers Member Posts: 16,892 ✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    Yep, it's a M&P Model of 1905, 4th change. With replacement grips.

    Neal
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  • nunnnunn Forums Admins, Member, Moderator Posts: 36,085 ******
    edited November -1
    Pre-war Smith. Needs a pre-war hammer.

    No model number nowhere on it.
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  • HerschelHerschel Member Posts: 2,035 ✭✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    The pistol with the bobbed hammer is very usable for it's intended purpose, as a self defense handgun. I can't imagine any need for using it single action. The qualification course for the law enforcement agency I worked for was 50 shots. All fired double action. With a little training a person can hit very well shooting a revolver double action.
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  • cussedemguncussedemgun Member Posts: 985 ✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    Oklahoma223,

    Your gun is a named model "38 Military & police Model of 1905 - 4th Change"

    You are correct, it is a 'K' frame. Your gun was manufactured approx. late 1930's. The 'K' frame guns were modified to include an improved hammer block safety in 1944, so you will need a pre-1944 hammer for your gun.

    The pre war 'K' frame guns had 3 basic style hammers, they were:
    center fire, standard (of which is correct for your gun)
    center fire, target
    rim fire

    Be aware, the internal parts are like a set, & often require fitting so the work together properly. I highly reccomend contacting Smith & Wesson if you are seriously considering any changes. Ask them about the "hammer block safety" upgrade while you are at it.

    It's a serious safety improvement!

    Jim
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