s&w...38s&w

Irish 8802

March 21, 2012 16:41

I am trying to find the model # for a S&w revolver in the .38 s&w cal.It is a five(5) shot, with a square butt.I bought one used in 1960,so.........It has to be older than that.Looking for you experts to shine a little light on this..Thanks.

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  givette

  March 21, 2012 16:54

  The five-shot S&W's of your vintage would be one of two:
  
  .38 S&W Spl known as the Chiefs' Special (Model 36)
  
  .38 S&W known as the Terrier (no model).
  
  Go over to the auction side, and input both revolvers. You will be able to get a visual as to which one fits your recollections.
  
  Best, Joe

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  rufe-snow

  March 21, 2012 17:05

  After 1957 to the end of production, the 5 shot, .38 S & W's with the 2" barrels, were known as Model 32's.

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  5mmgunguy

  March 21, 2012 20:21

  The one you want is the Police Version, it was the model 33. 4 inch barrel square butt.

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  Laredo Lefty

  March 21, 2012 20:52

  It seems you have what 5mm is refering to, but before they began using model numbers in 1957. You have a .38 Regulation Police pre-model 33. After 1957 they were called the model 33.

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  nmyers

  March 22, 2012 02:30

  The light WE need on this subject is the flash on your digital camera.
  
  We can be of greater assistance if you would post photos of your gun, good enough for us to read all markings, including the serial number.
  
  Neal

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  Irish 8802

  March 22, 2012 14:35

  would be happy to include a pic if I had one>>> On the other hand if I had said firearm in possession this question would be moot......

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  Irish 8802

  March 22, 2012 14:41

  Thanks for the info.All of you are a great source of info..Thanks again.

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