Model 89

hst · Post by **hst** » Fri Feb 11, 2005 1:29 am

Gentlemens:

I was followed home by a Model 89 in .38WCF with a 28" barrel. It really is a sweet little gun. Can't wait tiil the glaciers receed so I can try it out. In the mean time, can anyone provide a born on date and any other information on it? Serial # 1069XX Thanks for your help!

Respectfully,

Glenn

SteveW · Post by **SteveW** » Fri Feb 11, 2005 7:47 am

The 1889 was made from that year until around 1903. Brophy says a little over 55,000 of them were produced. In 1894 there were 4498 made & of the total production, 18641 were in 38-40. 106XXX shows 1894. Be cautious with what you feed it, as the action is not overly strong. Jacketed bullets should be avoided. SW

hst · Post by **hst** » Fri Feb 11, 2005 12:32 pm

Steve:

Thank you for the information. It is much appreciated.

Not to worry about jacketed bullets. I don't take too much stock in them new fangled sort of things, like that new imitation gun powder they got out now. I think they call it "smokeless" or some such thing. I'll stick with good honest lead boolits and real Gunpowder.

Thanks again,

Glenn