Smith & Wesson S&W Model 19-2 Combat Magnum .357 2.5″ Revolver MFD 1966 C&R

SOLD FOR: $1225

LSB#: 210322BL06

Make: Smith & Wesson

Model: 19-2 “.357 Combat Magnum”

Serial Number: K687197

Year of Manufacture: 1966

Caliber: .357 Magnum

Action Type: Single & Double Action Revolver with Swing-Out Cylinder

Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “SMITH & WESSON”, the right side “S.&W. 357 MAGNUM”. The sideplate is marked with the S&W logo and the right side of the frame with the four line Marcas Registradas address. The yoke cut is marked “MOD. / 19-2”. The butt of the frame is marked with the serial number. The yoke and sides of the grip frame have inspection marks. The front face of the ejector is marked with the serial number with no letter prefix.

Barrel Length: 2 1/2”, Pinned

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a serrated, ramped blade and is integral to a rise in the barrel’s serrated rib. The rear sight is a square notch leaf in a base that is micrometer-click adjustable for windage and elevation.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The grip is a black checkered rubber Pachmayr grip that encloses the grip frame. There is some light handling wear and there is a gap on the frontstrap. The checkering is well defined. Overall, the grips are in about Excellent condition.

Type of Finish: Blued

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore.

Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 92% of its metal finish. The cylinder has a faint turn-line. There are some scattered spots of light surface oxidation, some of the most noticeable are on the right of the frame at the front and sideplate. There are some minor scuffs and rubs. The edges have some thinning. There are little spots of dark discoloration on the hammer and trigger. There is a little bit of finish loss on the left side of the frame at the front and a few marks into the finish on the left side below the cylinder. The screw heads range from sharp to very lightly worn with strong slots. The markings are clear. Overall, this revolver is in about Very Good Plus condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The double-action trigger is smooth and the single action crisp. The cylinder produces light play in lockup on each of the six chambers with the trigger depressed. We did not fire this handgun. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None.

Our Assessment: The Model 19 was introduced in 1955 and built on a K frame that was slightly larger in the yoke area and was initially offered only with a 4″ barrel. In the ’60s was this revolver offered with a 6″ barrel and then in a more concealable 2 1/2″ barrel configuration. This is one such example, built on a round-butt frame which conceals much better than the square-butt. Combine that with the 2 1/2″ barrel and you have a full-frame .357 with a 6-round capacity that can still be concealed somewhat easily. Even better, this example has adjustable sights allowing you to attain some accuracy with your concealable revolver. This revolver doesn’t just bridge the gap between home defense, concealed carry, and duty revolver, it can excel at all three! Please see our photos and good luck!