Description
Few revolvers carry the reputation the Model 19 does. Born in the 1950s as the Combat Magnum, it was the wheelgun that put .357 Magnum power into a K-frame that people could carry and shoot all day. This Classic series version brings that legend back with a 4.25 inch blued carbon steel barrel, a matching blued frame and cylinder, and checkered walnut grips that look the way a Smith & Wesson revolver is supposed to look. Just as important to the purists out there, this one ships with no internal lock, so the sideplate stays clean and the trigger feels the way it should.
Why the Model 19 Classic Still Earns Its Keep
The DA/SA action gives you a smooth double action pull for fast work and a crisp single action break when you have time to line one up. Up top you get a red ramp front sight paired with an adjustable black blade rear, so dialing in your zero for different loads takes minutes, not guesswork. And since it is chambered in .357 Magnum, you can feed it full-power magnums when you want the thump or cheap .38 Special for relaxed range sessions. At 37.4 ounces, the all-steel build soaks up recoil better than the lightweight guns ever will.
Shooting the S&W Model 19 in the Real World
The 4.25 inch barrel hits a sweet spot. It is long enough to get real velocity out of magnum loads and give you a usable sight radius, but balanced enough that the gun points naturally instead of feeling muzzle heavy. Whether you are punching paper, working a steel plate rack, or keeping a classic American revolver in the safe for the next generation, this six-shooter does it with style. Blued steel and walnut never go out of fashion, and this is one of the best examples of why.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
- Model: Model 19 Classic
- MPN: 14046
- UPC: 022188895940
- Caliber: .357 Magnum / .38 Special +P
- Capacity: 6 Rounds
- Action: Double Action / Single Action (DA/SA)
- Frame Size: Medium (K-Frame)
- Barrel Length: 4.25 in
- Barrel Material: Carbon Steel, Blued
- Overall Length: 9.87 in
- Weight: 37.4 oz
- Grips: Checkered Walnut Wood
- Front Sight: Red Ramp
- Rear Sight: Adjustable Black Blade
- Internal Lock: None
What’s Included
- Smith & Wesson Model 19 Classic revolver
- Owner's manual
- Cable lock
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the Model 19 Classic shoot .38 Special ammo?
Yes. Like any .357 Magnum revolver, the Model 19 Classic will run .38 Special and .38 Special +P without any changes. A lot of owners do most of their practice with softer-shooting .38s and save the full-house magnums for when it counts.
Does the Smith & Wesson Model 19 Classic have an internal lock?
No, and that is one of the biggest selling points of this particular version. MPN 14046 is built without the internal lock system, which keeps the sideplate clean and matches the look and feel of the original Model 19s that collectors love.
Is the Model 19 Classic good for new revolver owners or mainly for collectors?
It works well for both. The K-frame size and 37.4 ounce steel construction make it comfortable to shoot, and the adjustable rear sight lets you fine-tune your point of impact for different loads. It has real collector appeal thanks to its history, but it is very much a revolver you can shoot regularly.
How is this different from the original Model 19 Combat Magnum?
This is part of Smith & Wesson's Classic series, which recreates the look of the original Combat Magnum with blued carbon steel and checkered walnut grips while using modern production methods and internals. The barrel measures 4.25 inches rather than the original 4 inches, but the overall profile, red ramp front sight, and adjustable rear sight stay true to the classic design.





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