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1959 Vintage Smith & Wesson Model 36 chambered in .38 Special
Guns International #: 102119832 Seller's Inventory #: M22-1370
Category: Smith & Wesson Revolvers - Model 36 - Smith & Wesson Revolvers
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Seller: Antique & Modern Firearms, Inc.
Company: Antique & Modern Firearms, Inc.
Member Since: 4/27/15
State: Kentucky
Zip: 40503
Country: United States
Phone: (859) 276-1419
Fax: (859) 278-0838
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Description:
Here we have a Smith & Wesson Model 36 5-shot revolver chambered in .38 special caliber. The Model 36 was designed in the era just after World War II when Smith & Wesson stopped producing war materials and resumed normal production. For the Model 36, they sought to design a revolver that could fire the more powerful (compared to the .38 Long Colt or the .38 S&W) .38 Special round in a small, concealable package. Since the older I-frame was not able to handle this load, a new frame was designed, which became the J-frame. The new design was introduced at the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) convention in 1950 and was favorably received. A vote was held to name the new revolver, and the name "Chiefs Special" won. A 3-inch barreled version design went into production immediately, due to high demand. It was available in either a blued or nickel-plated finish. It was produced as the "Chiefs Special" until 1957 when it then became the Model 36. This particular example has some high-edge wear and a few areas where the finish is blemished or worn thin. The 2-inch pinned barrel has a good bore with plenty of rifling. The cylinder has some spots of finish loss. The wood grip panels are in very good condition save for one chip on the right side at the inner top. This classic Smith & Wesson would make an excellent carry gun where permitted by law or a great addition to an existing collection.
PRICE: $625.00 We are Antique & Modern Firearms in Lexington, KY, a dealer of fine firearms since 1974.
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SOLD
Handgun Caliber: .38 Special
Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: 36
Serial Number: 136537
Barrel Length: 2 inches
Condition: Good
Metal Condition: Good
Wood Condition: Very Good
Bore Condition: Very Good