Introduced in 1954 at the urging of Bill Jordan, a competition shooter with U.S. Border Patrol. He went on to become a respected gun writer. Built on "K-Frame" and was first medium frame revolver chambered for powerful .357 Magnum cartridge. Since its inception, Model 19 has been one of S&W's most popular revolvers. First revolver to be introduced as a four-screw model. Originally offered with 4-in. heavy barrel with extractor shroud; the 6 in. became available in 1963. Finish blued or nickel plated. Grips are checkered walnut. Goncalo Alves target stocks first appeared in 1959. In 1968, a 2.5-in. round butt version was introduced. Model 19 has been basis for many commemoratives, including Texas Ranger/with Bowie Knife and Oregon State Police/with Belt Buckle. Discontinued 1999. Eight engineering changes.
Gun Type: | Handgun | Texas Ranger Cased with Knife Model 19, 19-1Note: Add 40% for nickel finish.
Oregon State Police Cased with Buckle Combat Magnum (Pre-Model 19, 1954-1958)Note: Add 50% for nickel finish.
