“The story of Smith & Wesson handguns and their evolution is one of the hallowed tales of American firearms’ history,” according to the firearms writer Jim Casada. Anyone who collects Smith & Wessons or is simply interested in their backstory will cherish this book. Though originally published in 1945, more than half a century ago, Smith & Wesson Hand Guns remains the source for Smith & Wesson enthusiasts. It is an authoritative reference and has remained, for over five decades, the cornerstone upon which Smith & Wesson research rests. This work is foundational, supported by sixty-three detailed illustrations showing the handguns, the unique hammer mechanism, and facsimile reproductions of vintage advertising copy. The first twenty-four chapters of the book, which tell the story of Smith and Wesson and the development of Smith & Wesson handguns, are very informative. After the reader becomes familiar with Smith and Wesson’s history together, as well as their creation of a business, illustrations exhibiting Smith & Wesson handguns will show rather than tell of their magnificence. Finally, descriptions of different caliber guns are given, where readers will gain invaluable information regarding Smith & Wesson handguns. For any Smith & Wesson enthusiast or collector, this work is impossible to put down.

Smith & Wesson outfitted some of the biggest and boldest gunfighters, both actual and fictional, including Wild Bill Hickock, Buffalo Bill and Dirty Harry, whose exploits are still legendary. Today a renewed Smith & Wesson corporation is back in the front of the pack. Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson, 3rd Edition combines full color photos with details collectors need to identify and better appreciate all Smith & Wesson firearms. For fans of Smith & Wesson firearms, this book is a must-have. This work provides easy-to-locate listings organized by model ad year of manufacture to quickly and accurately identify firearms. With more than 775 models of Smith & Wesson guns and variations, including many models not found in other firearm-pricing guides, this is the book for any Smith & Wesson gun-toting fan.

More than 775 models of Smith & Wesson guns produced since 1857 are listed according to model and year of manufacture with updated prices in up to five grades of condition. Includes a range of serial numbers for each year of manufacture. This is the most comprehensive list of Smith & Wesson products and prices available.

Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. Pages: 34. Chapters: Smith & Wesson revolvers, Smith & Wesson semi-automatic pistols, Smith & Wesson M&P, Smith and Wesson Model 3, Smith & Wesson Model 10, Smith & Wesson Model 57, Smith & Wesson Model 29, Smith & Wesson Model 500, Smith & Wesson Model 686, Smith & Wesson Ladysmith, Smith & Wesson Model 39, Smith & Wesson Model 12, Smith & Wesson Model 19, Smith & Wesson Model 22A, Smith & Wesson M&P15, Smith & Wesson SW99, Smith & Wesson Model 317 kit gun, Smith & Wesson Model 5906, Smith & Wesson Model 625, Smith & Wesson Model 27, Smith & Wesson Model 4506, Smith & Wesson Model 36, Smith & Wesson M&P15-22, Smith & Wesson Model 586, Smith & Wesson Model 28, Smith & Wesson Model 1905, Smith & Wesson M76, Smith & Wesson Centennial, Smith & Wesson Sigma, Smith & Wesson Model 60, Smith & Wesson Triple Lock, .22 Remington Jet, Smith & Wesson Model 4006, Smith & Wesson Model 619 & 620, Smith & Wesson Model 1006, Smith & Wesson Model 13, Smith & Wesson Model 15, .35 S&W Auto, Smith and Wesson Model 320 Revolving Rifle, Smith & Wesson Model 645, Smith & Wesson Model 18, Smith & Wesson Model 910, Smith & Wesson AS, Smith & Wesson Model 340PD, Smith & Wesson Light Rifle Model 1940 MkI, Smith & Wesson Model 1913, Smith & Wesson Model 610, Smith & Wesson Model 460, Smith & Wesson Model 1026, Smith & Wesson Model 646, Smith & Wesson Model 6904, Smith & Wesson Model 457, Smith & Wesson Model 41, Smith & Wesson Model 469, Smith & Wesson Model 410, Smith & Wesson Model 30, Smith & Wesson Model 640, Smith & Wesson Model 17, Smith & Wesson 410, Smith & Wesson Model 73, Smith & Wesson Model 909. Excerpt: The Smith & Wesson M&P (Military and Police) is a polymer-framed, short recoil operated, locked breech semi-automatic pistol introduced in the summer of 2005 by the American company Smith & Wesson. It uses a Browning-type locking system. While...

Horace Smith and Daniel Baird Wesson shared a dream of manufacturing a firearm that could fire repeatedly, using a new and self-contained cartridge. In 1852, the dream became a reality with the founding of Smith & Wesson Firearms Company. Over the next 154 years, the company grew to be one of the most innovative and respected firearms manufacturers in the world. The story of Smith & Wesson is not only about two knowledgeable and enterprising men but also the story of generations of creative and dedicated men and women. The spirit of innovation generated by the partners has long outlived them. Today Smith & Wesson is synonymous with quality, performance, and durability. Smith & Wesson explores the company history, its people, and significant products from the partners' first venture in 1852 to the sale of the Wesson family business in 1965. This book features rarely seen historical photographs, advertisements, and company documents culled from the company archives, museums collections, and the private collections of Smith & Wesson collectors.