Others are on the rear of the frame, above the guns grip. Look up the pistols full serial number -- including all letters and numbers -- in the back section of the Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson book. These listings inform you of the pistols date of manufacture, based on the serial number.

Where is the model number on a Smith and Wesson?

Revolvers - The official serial number is located on the bottom of the butt of the frame. Some revolvers also have the serial number located on the inside of the frame, in the yoke area.

When did Smith and Wesson start using serial numbers?

They who? Smith & Wesson started putting serial numbers on their guns in 1857, Model No 1, First Issue, serial no 1. Colt had about a 20 year head start with the Paterson family in 1837, several models each with its own serial number range starting at 1.

Where is the serial number on a Smith and Wesson 38 Special?

Official serial number location on S&W revolvers is on bottom of grip although many later units have it in the yoke cutout also.

Can you dry fire a Smith and Wesson sd9ve?

Dry firing (no snap cap necessary or desirable, unless you love fiddling with accessories) will help smooth the trigger a little.

Does the Smith and Wesson SD9VE have a safety?

VARI- OUS MODELS OF THE S&W SD9 VE™ PISTOL ARE FITTED WITH DISTINCT FEATURES, WHICH MAY INCLUDE: ONE OF TWO LOADED CHAMBER INDICATORS AND A MAGAZINE SAFETY.

What does M&P stand for on a pistol?

Military and Police M&P is a fairly broad line of both pistols and rifles made by Smith and Wesson. Although M&P stands for Military and Police, the M&P line is marketed primarily to civilians.

What is the best handgun caliber for self-defense?

9mm The most common caliber for a home defense handgun is 9mm. This does mean that your gun will penetrate through walls and can possibly harm your loved ones during a home invasion. Also, many experts recommend hollow point ammo because of the power, and they are a bit safer to shoot in a home defense scenario.