the -3 stands for the revision number. the oldest 629s wont have a dash or be called "no dash" models then it goes 629-1, first revision and so on. as for your serial number my smith book says it was made in late December 1993. good luck, I hope this helps.
A shotgun made for Smith and Wesson, sold under the Smith and Wesson name.
The Smith and Wesson model 4053 was made from 1991-1998.
The Smith and Wesson model 915 was made from 1992-1994.
Smith and Wesson does not build rifles. The rifles they sell are made for them.
The smith and wesson model 18-3 was made from 1967-1976.
The Smith and Wesson model 10-7 was made in the year 1977.
Call Smith and Wesson with the serial number and the will tell you.
Standard Catalog of Smith and Wesson.
No. Any manufacturer that adheres to industry standards for ammunition can supply ammunition for Smith and Wesson firearms.
Only Smith and Wesson knows and they aren't telling.
Made @ 1950.
Yes