How old is my Smith and Wesson?
Look up the pistol’s 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 pistol’s date of manufacture, based on the serial number.
What is a 38 special CTG?
The . 38 Special CTG revolver is a six-shooter with a 6-inch barrel. Identifying the weapon is a matter of locating the identifying etchings with the serial number along the gun metal on the barrel. In addition, the Smith & Wesson logo gives away the maker of the firearm.
What model is Smith and Wesson 32 long?
The Smith & Wesson Model 30, known as the 32 Hand Ejector revolver, chambered in . 32 Long, came in three barrel lengths and with either a round or square butt.
Is 38 special powerful?
Standard pressure . 38 Special only produces 264 foot-pounds of force (147-grain bullet at 900 feet per second out of a 4-inch barrel), while standard pressure 9mm can produce 365 foot-pounds of force (124-grain bullet at 1,150 feet per second). This is 38.25% more energy at the muzzle in favor of the 9mm.
When did .32 Long come out?
1896
The . 32 S&W Long was introduced in 1896 with the company’s first hand ejector revolver. The . 32 Long is simply a lengthened version of the earlier .
How much is a 32 long revolver worth?
The Smith & Wesson Model 30, known as the 32 Hand Ejector revolver, chambered in . 32 Long, came in three barrel lengths and with either a round or square butt. This one at 70 percent condition is valued at $295.
Is .38 better than 9mm?
Is 32 long the same as 32 long colt?
32 S&W Long are not interchangeable due to differences in case and bullet diameter. More popular in Europe than North America, Colt was the most prominent American manufacturer which chambered any weapons in . 32 Long Colt, most notably the Police Positive.
What does CTG mean on a 32 Rifle?
Does your .32 have a front locking lug under the barrel for the ejector rod? CTG stands for cartridge and indicates what cartridge the gun is chambered for. It’s not a model name or number. S&WCA #2629 | Ex-Navy Vietnam Vet. / Submariner | NRA Member | S&W Historical Foundation I was able to get some pics. Only found 1 serial number on the gun.
What is the barrel length of a 32 Regulation Police?
The 4 1/4″ barrel is the most common length for the .32 Regulation Police. Everything else above is correct. The bad news; unfortunately it’s been re-nickel plated and not at the factory.
What year is my 32 Hand Ejector from?
Your 32 hand ejector is known as the model 1903 and it’s likely your gun was shipped in 1904. From what I can see of your gun in your picture , it looks to be in fairly used condition.