Hello,
I recently received the gift of a S&W 38 special and would like to know more about it. Can anyone advise me on a good resource for researching firearm history?
The pistol is black steel, with a white bone handle. 4" barrel.
Stamp on top reads:
Smith & Wesson Springfield Mass USA
Patented FEB.6.06.SEPT.14.09.DEC.29.14
Cylinder Ejection Side:
SMITH & WESSON on barrel
S&W emblem below latch
Opposite side38 S&W Special CTG
MADE IN USA
Back of Cylinder
607795
I researched previous blogs explaining the patented dates. Is there a way to determine when this weapon was manufactured?
Also, there are three tiny areas of rust along the barrel. Is there a way that I (a novice) can clean the rust without damaging the finish further?
I greatly appreciate any and all help.
I recently received the gift of a S&W 38 special and would like to know more about it. Can anyone advise me on a good resource for researching firearm history?
The pistol is black steel, with a white bone handle. 4" barrel.
Stamp on top reads:
Smith & Wesson Springfield Mass USA
Patented FEB.6.06.SEPT.14.09.DEC.29.14
Cylinder Ejection Side:
SMITH & WESSON on barrel
S&W emblem below latch
Opposite side38 S&W Special CTG
MADE IN USA
Back of Cylinder
607795
I researched previous blogs explaining the patented dates. Is there a way to determine when this weapon was manufactured?
Also, there are three tiny areas of rust along the barrel. Is there a way that I (a novice) can clean the rust without damaging the finish further?
I greatly appreciate any and all help.