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Smith & Wesson Model 36 .38 Special “Chief’s Special” – Early 1960s Flat Latch – Beautiful Original Example Guns International #: 103684662 Seller's Inventory #: Category: .38 Special Revolvers - Smith & Wesson Revolvers - Model Pre-27 Seller's Information When emailing or calling sellers direct, please mention that you saw their listing on GunsInternational.com Seller: Forest Park Army Navy Member Since: 6/10/26 First Name: Melissa Last Name: Middleton State: Georgia Zip: 30297 Country: United States Phone: (404) 366-7479 Seller: FFL Dealer Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns. Return Policy: Used Guns may be returned within 3 days after the transfer is complete for any reason for a full refund, minus any fees, shipping costs and a 15% restocking fee. All other reasons for returns on used guns are ineligible. Payment Methods: Discover, Visa, MasterCard, American Express Payment Types Accepted: Discover, Mastercard, Visa, American Express About Us: Forest Park Army Navy started as a small surplus store in Forest Park Ga. The store has grown and changed throughout the years; however, we have managed to keep surplus as our core. We have been collecting and selling military surplus from around the world for over 45 years now. We also sell, buy and transfer new and used firearms. Description: Presented here is a beautiful early 1960s Smith & Wesson Model 36, serial number 524321, complete with its original factory blue box and full paperwork set, including warranty card, instruction sheet, and period cleaning tools. Revolvers from this era rarely remain this complete, making this an exceptional find for the dedicated S&W collector. This example features the desirable flat latch cylinder release, pinned barrel, and original diamond pattern walnut grips — all correct for early 1960s production. The factory blue finish is deep and clean, showing only minimal handling evidence. The grips are sharp and properly fitted. Mechanically, the revolver is excellent with tight lockup, smooth action, and a bright, crisp bore. Box is solid, correctly labeled, and matches the revolver. Paperwork is clean and fully intact. This is the kind of complete package that rarely surfaces outside long held private collections. Early flat latch configuration Pinned barrel Original diamond walnut grips Original matching box All factory paperwork and tools included Excellent mechanical and cosmetic condition Increasingly scarce complete 1960s Chief’s Special package Price: $899.00 Curio/Relic: Yes Handgun Caliber: .38 Special Manufacturer: Smith and Wesson Model: Model 27 Serial Number: 524321 Barrel Length: 2 inch Bore: Bright and Clean Chambers: Five Condition: Excellent Metal Condition: Excellent Wood Condition: Excellent Bore Condition: Excellent Barrel Type: Pinned Action: DA/SA Extras: Original box, Manual and Cleaning rod