Smith & Wesson Model 19-3 Combat Magnum 2.5-Inch .357 Magnum Revolver — Pinned & Recessed, 1975 Production
This 1975-produced Smith & Wesson Model 19-3 Combat Magnum pairs the sought-after 2.5-inch pinned barrel with recessed chambers, all finished in high-polish bluing. Built on the classic K-frame, it offers full .357 Magnum power in a compact, easy-to-carry package once favored by FBI and plain-clothes officers. The revolver’s case-hardened hammer and trigger, plus aftermarket finger-groove rubber grips, round out a package that appeals to shooters and collectors alike.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Condition: Excellent – Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent – Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: There is minor scuffing on the frame; overall finish remains strong and mechanical function is excellent.
What’s Included
- Leather OWB belt-slide holster (open-top)
- Aftermarket finger-groove rubber grips (installed)
The 2.5-inch barrel is pinned to the carbon-steel frame and topped with a serrated rib for quick sight alignment. A full ejector-rod shroud adds weight forward for reduced muzzle rise during rapid fire.
Pinned barrel and recessed chambers mark this revolver as pre-1982 S&W production, features prized for their fit and finish. The serial prefix “8K” places manufacture in 1975.
The high-polish blued finish contrasts with the case-hardened, grooved trigger and serrated hammer, preserving the classic Combat Magnum look while adding functional control surfaces.
Adjustable micrometer rear and integral red-ramp front sights allow precise point-of-impact tuning with both .357 Magnum and .38 Special loads.
Aftermarket wrap-around rubber grips give a secure, hand-filling hold without permanently altering the frame, making this a discreetly customized example that can be returned to factory configuration if desired.