Decoding S&W 'features' codes

[RPSmith]

Does anyone know a site or resource for decoding the 'features' on the sides of S&W boxes that come with the revolvers.

As an example: 06-A2-MD-GR-BF-SW-SR-FS-CS-ZS

on the side of the box of my new 686.


Some of them I can figure out: SB=square butt, RB=round butt, RR=red ramp, but some are a total mystery. I have the Supica and Nihas Standard Catalog for S&W but can't find the decoder ring in there either.

Any help would be appreciated.

 

[JimSupica]

I don't no of an online source, but all the abbreviations Rick & I could find are in Standard Catalog of S&W.

Look in the material in the very beginning of the chapters on Modern (Numbered Model) Revolvers and Auto-Pistols.

Hope that helps.

Jim

 

[RPSmith]

Thanks Jim

I've pored over the models and their differences in that book, but I admit that I haven't read every page. I'll try the place you recommend next.

P.S. That book is fantastic - Ive been reading it at night. It is required reading for all revolver lovers.

 

[RPSmith]

Jim,

Found it - thank you! And thanks for writing such an enjoyable and informative read.

To all out there, if you own a Smith or are a revolver lover, this is the best book around. Get yours now.

 

[David the Gnome]

Aww, I was hoping you would find an online source so I could decode my option codes.

 

[RPSmith]

David,

Get the book and thank me later

 

[JimSupica]

Thanks for the kind words on the book RPS

David - What RPS said.

 

[David the Gnome]

Meh, I only own one S&W revolver and it only has one option, laser grips or no laser grips.