U.S. MILITARY DATES OF MANUFACTURE

U.S. Military Victory Model Revolver: Smith & Wesson:


Manufactured between 1941 and 1944.
Revolvers made before 12/04/41 have a bright blue finish.
Revolvers made form 12/04/41 to 04/10/42 have a brushed blue finish.
Revolvers made after 04/10/42 are parkerized.
Victory model production ended 8/27/45 at serial number VS811,119.