Any info on S&W model 19

Having a K (or I or J or N) in the serial number was true for a while, but as with so many "facts" about S&W it is only partially correct. There are guns that were built before they gave them the model numbers (10, 29 etc), and guns that have frame size in the serial numbers, and guns that do. It is sort of daunting at first, but eventually you will get it all if you just keep reading. A history of S&W by Jenkins and the standard catalog of S&W are good places to start. Roughly, from smallest to largest, (and avoiding the volcanic and 19th century single and double actions, though even here there are exceptions) they go I, J, K, L, N, X. I frames haven't been made since before WW2, but the rest are all still around. Hope this helps a little. - dan
 
Look at the frame just ahead of the cylinder when opened. It'll be stamped with the model number. If it is a model 19 then it is a K frame.

I have medium sized hands and prefer the stock magna grips with a Tyler T adaptor. It looks so "old school professional" ;-).
 
I saw that too and shook my head in disbelief. Now it all connects in this thread.

I guess all the replies about how good the 19 is blew up his estimations of actual monetary worth.
 
I got the price from a dealer on this site? I assumed as a reputable dealer his opinion was accurate? Judging on how guys here are calling me a tool I suppose He was not correct in his information. When I got lowballed I assumed it was just that, lowballing. If that is the actual worth of it then I didnt get much of a deal on it in the first place? Which ppl said I did? My mistake for asking a dealer for an opinion on where to find a price. I will remember that next time I want to sell a firearm. My apologies on the inflated price. The add will be removed shortly. However in the future where am I supposed to get an accurate price for something like this where I dont know much about it? If anyone has an idea I wouldnt mind hearing it before bein called a moron.
 
Lol :)

I think someone was blowing a little smoke up your hooey hole!!!!! :)

If you look around a bit you will see a brand new L frame 686 runs $900 to $1000.

An older model such as the Kframe you are selling typically goes in the $500-$600 range. Keep in mind I haven't seen your revolver... this is just ballpark.

I have paid anywhere from $450 to $550 for Kframes and used Lframes in recent years.

Good luck moving your revolver.

John
 
No problem.

Like I said......ballpark. If you find the right guy who really wants that particular piece you may score a little better.

On the other hand a cheap bastard like me will try to beat you down :)

Anyhow, good luck again.

John
 
sigh,...... and yes, the serial number of a Smith and Wesson revolver will not necessarily denote the frame size of the gun. Frinstance, serial prefix S160### is stamped on my "named" forty four magnum, circa 1956 before they even assigned model numbers to the guns. Later they went to the N prefix on the serial numbers for the N framed guns,
But, not to worry, even Rick Hacker thinks that 44's were built on the" S " frame, according to his latest article in American Rifleman :)..never happened.......as there is no S frame.
So,pick your ' expert ' very carefully....
cheers
 
John's price post is a lot more typical. If the gun was in virtually NIB condition then add on from $50 to $100 over his price suggestions base don how patient you are.

As a guide I bought a VERY NICE condition 19 about 4 years back and paid the then pretty common price of $500 plus shipping. Things have gone up a little since then but no where near what your dealer buddy told you.

At the price you paid it IS a good deal. It's just that it's not LOTTO worthy..... :D
 
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