The Smith and Wesson model 6906 was made from 1988-1999.I am afraid that is the best I can do.You may want to contact smith and Wesson and see if they can be more accurate in terms of a production date.
Contact S&W or get a copy of Standard Catalog of Smith and Wesson by Supica and Nahas.
@ 1965
1977
Impossible to answer without the serial number.
@ 04
Impossible to answer without a serial number.
1967
1955
When was 38 smith and Wesson serial number 172095
To determine the age of a Smith & Wesson .38 Special with the serial number J189145, you would typically reference the company's production records. Generally, Smith & Wesson revolvers with serial numbers starting with "J" were produced in the late 1970s to early 1980s. Specifically, this serial number suggests it was likely manufactured around 1978. For precise dating, you may want to consult a detailed Smith & Wesson serial number reference guide or contact the manufacturer directly.
Standard Catalog of Smith and Wesson
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