Model 34, pros, any cons? - smith-wessonforum.com
Mar 29, 2010 · The 34 is an excellent trainer for younger shooters or those with small hands. My son's girl friend is petite and about 5' tall with small hands. She prefers the J frame to the k frame. I have …
S&W Kit Guns---Model's 34 and 63 (.22lr) - Smith & Wesson Forum
Dec 31, 2009 · The Model 34 was built on the Improved I frame, but in 1960 S&W standardized on the J frame and called it the Model 34-1. The 34-1 was in production until 1988, when it was replaced by …
Model 34-1 info or history - smith-wessonforum.com
Jan 15, 2016 · JP@AK S Model 34-1 Trigger Sandydobie Jun 25, 2025 S&W Revolvers: 1980 to the Present Replies 2 Views 229 Jun 25, 2025 steelslaver
History of the .22/32 Kit Guns - Smith & Wesson Forum
Jan 24, 2007 · However, all good things must come to an end, and in 1991, the Model 34 Kit Guns were dropped from the Smith & Wesson lineup. Still, the demand for these small guns was such that …
S&W Model 34 date of mfg? - smith-wessonforum.com
Mar 14, 2017 · Here's the lineup: Model 34 c. 1958 Model 34-1 1960 (change to J frame) Model 34-2 1988 Discontinued 1991 Note: there were Kit Guns before 1958, but they had no model numbers. …
S & W Model 34-1 - 1911Forum
May 2, 2012 · The S&W Model 34-1 began production in 1960 and continued until 1988 when the Model 34-2 was introduced. It was built on a J-frame frame and makes an excellent small .22 for carry or …
Model 34 Kit Gun S/N ? | Smith & Wesson Forum – The Community for …
Jun 15, 2013 · The M S/N's started in 69-71, with M1 - M30000. Then continued on through M219801 and includes the 34, 35, 43, 51, and 63. The "22/32 Kit gun" (originally a "I" Frame) Model of 1953 …
First shooting with model 34-1 and questions
Feb 6, 2025 · Yesterday I shoot for the first time with my S&W 34-1. Year of production accoring S&W: 1971-1973 One hand shoot distance 25m: I'm not ashamed since I'm not fine shooter: 5 over 6 in the …
34-1 Kit Gun | Smith & Wesson Forum – The Community for S&W …
Feb 7, 2023 · In the past few years I’ve seen used 34-1’s sold at gun shows for as little as $700: a 4” gun with a fair amount of bluing loss. Used 2” barrel 34-1’s seem to go for $50-100 more than the 4” …
What should I look for when searching for a model 34?
Nov 23, 2025 · If you want a Model 34 you will have to settle for a used one as they have not been made by S&W for quite a few years. They are very popular and few sell them once they have one. As a …