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The first two pics are of a Smith and Wesson model 19-4 .357 Magnum. The 36 sold on 1/14/12

$400 for the .357

The background is supposed to be red, not pink. Crappy camera.


The Model 36 is Sold

Which model is the 19? I've got a model 19-3 that I love.

And how much cash are you looking to get out of it?

clarionite wrote:Which model is the 19? I've got a model 19-3 that I love.

And how much cash are you looking to get out of it?

I wish I knew. My dad purchased it new in the mid 70's.

Do you know how to identify it?

On Gunbroker, the model 19's are going for well over 600...I would take 500. They had one for 350, but it looked like crap. This one has no scratches or rust. For a 19 thats over 35 years old, I would have to call it pristine.

It will be stamped on it.


The model 19 is one of the smoothest pistols I've ever shot. I love mine. My son loves mine too.
Here's a list of the models and dates I found on Wikipedia.

19 (1957): Stamping of model number.
19-1 (1959): Change extractor rod, right to left-hand thread.
19-2 (1961): Cylinder stop changed, delete triggerguard screw. (1963): Introduce 6" barrel.
(1963): 50 manufactured with 2.5" barrel, serial range K544672–K544721.
(1966): Introduce 2.5" barrel as standard.

19-3 (1967): Relocation of rear sight leaf screw. (1968): Delete diamond-insert grip.

19-4 (1977): Change gas ring from yoke to cylinder. (Not really an "improvement". It did make it slightly easier to clean if there was heavy leading, but basically was a cost-cutting measure.)
19-5 (1982): Eliminate cylinder counterbore.
19-6 (????): ??

If he bought it new in the 70's, I'd bet it was either a 3 or 4.

clarionite wrote:If he bought it new in the 70's, I'd bet it was either a 3 or 4.

Found it inside the cylinder...its a 19-4

500 seems pretty fair from what I have seen on Gunbroker. Am I off?

Shinesintx wrote:

clarionite wrote:If he bought it new in the 70's, I'd bet it was either a 3 or 4.

Found it inside the cylinder...its a 19-4

500 seems pretty fair from what I have seen on Gunbroker. Am I off?

Probably not. I've seen a few at gun shows in that range.

clarionite wrote: 19-5 (1982): Eliminate cylinder counterbore.
19-6 (????): ??

I think the -6 introduced the dreaded lock not sure though.

$500 isn't a bad price. The only bad part is having to sell the thing. They ain't makin 'em like those anymore!

texasmusic wrote:

clarionite wrote: 19-5 (1982): Eliminate cylinder counterbore.
19-6 (????): ??

I think the -6 introduced the dreaded lock not sure though.

$500 isn't a bad price. The only bad part is having to sell the thing. They ain't makin 'em like those anymore!

True, but I dont have a need for them. I stocked up on Glocks, then ammo, and now I am on a Sig buying rampage. Once I get another 3-4 Sigs...then comes the reloading equipment. I want to sell the revolvers...because...well...I dont use them for anything. They are tools that do not fit into where I wanna go. Might as well use them as instruments to buy what I want/need.

Personally, I cant think of why I would use them when there are guns out there that are more effective for what I think they can accomplish. Not trying to talk anyone out of buying them. Ideally, whoever buys them is probably collecting them and not trying to build a small armory.

Price drop bump

Lockup good on model 19??

duallydondon wrote:Lockup good on model 19??

I "think" I know what you are asking...not 100% positive though. When the cylinder is in the fire and ready position, there is some slight play. Its very very slight, but I can not give you an honest answer due to my ignorance as what actually constitutes "good lockup".

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sorry I missed the 36. thank you