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Smith & Wesson K-38 Model 15 Combat Masterpiece 38 SPL
Smith & Wesson K-38 Model 15 Combat Masterpiece 38 SPL
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Guns International #: 101497431
Seller's Inventory #: 20-6007
Seller's Information
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please mention that you saw their listing on GunsInternational.com
Seller: Shooter's Supply, LLC.
Member Since: 3/16/16
First Name: Patrick
Last Name: Brown
State:
Tennessee
Zip: 37343
Country: United States
Phone:
(423) 875-4868
Active Listings: 28
Total Listings: 1372
Seller Type: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns and accessories. No returns on new firearms.
We normally ship USPS Priority Mail which should be 2-day ship. Shipping is actual cost with a minimum of $30.00 for pistols and $50.00 for rifles/shotguns to ship to most of the 48 contiguous states. Shipping to Alaska may require an extra fee. Shipping insurance is available upon request for an extra fee. We cannot do international sales. As of November 2019, we no longer ship guns to California and Hawaii.
We normally ship USPS Priority Mail which should be 2-day ship. Shipping is actual cost with a minimum of $30.00 for pistols and $50.00 for rifles/shotguns to ship to most of the 48 contiguous states. Shipping to Alaska may require an extra fee. Shipping insurance is available upon request for an extra fee. We cannot do international sales. As of November 2019, we no longer ship guns to California and Hawaii.
Payment Methods: Visa, Master Card, American Express, USPS Money Order. NO CREDIT CARD FEES!!!
About Us: We are a small family owned business located in Hixson, Tennessee. Do you have firearms at home collecting dust? We have a lively consignment business. Our fee is 20% with a $50 minimum. Firearms are consigned for a an average period of 180 days but the length of period is negotiable. We also do handgun carry permit classes for the state of Tennessee. We have a nice indoor shooting range with reasonable rates. Please check us out at shooterssupply.
Smith & Wesson K-38 Model 15 Combat Masterpiece 38 SPL
Description:
The K-38 Combat Masterpiece was introduced in 1949 and produced under that name until 1957. Afterward it was renamed the Model 15 and produced until 1999. It used the same square butt K target frame as the K-38 Masterpiece (Pre-Model 14). The K-38 Combat Masterpiece and its successor use a 4-inch ribbed barrel. This example has the 4-inch pined and ribbed barrel with a 1/8” Baughman Quick Draw front sight on a plain ramp base. The rear sight is a Micrometer-click adjustable type. The front strap and backstrap have the standard 10-groove serrations. The 15 here has a .375-inch semi-target hammer and, a .265-inch serrated combat trigger. The serial number indicates the year of production to be 1958, according to the Standard Catalogue of Smith & Wesson, 4th Edition. This is odd, as the frame is NOT marked Model 15. Smith & Wesson began stamping the frames with a model number in 1957. All that exists on the inside frame opposite the yoke (or crane) are a bunch of internal factory numbers as is usually found on a pre-1957 revolver. The most likely reason for this unusual situation is that S&W had many left-over frames made before 1957 and continued to assemble guns from older parts until the supplies ran out. As a result, this revolver could be considered either as a post-1957 K38 or as a transitional model. The Model 15 is most remembered for its role as the sidearm of LAPD Officers Malloy and Reed in the TV show Adam 12 from season 3 and onward. Previously they had been issued with the Model 14 with its 6-inch barrel which was true for the LAPD as well. The change to the 15 with its 4-inch barrel allowed police officers to draw their revolvers faster at the cost of a slight reduction in accuracy. The K38 shown was most likely carried as a side arm by law enforcement as it has a noticeable amount of holster wear at the very tip of the barrel. The bottom of the trigger guard and the top of the frontstrap also exhibit some finish loss. The bottom of the grip has a combination of light finish wear and micro-dings in the grips usually found on ex-law enforcement firearms. The sides of the grips are worn in the checkering due to frequent handling. There is light rust on both the hammer and trigger which is not surprising. While color case hardening is beautiful to look at, it is not very rust resistant. The rear sight is in great shape with no dings or rust that would inhibit using the sights to aim. Mechanically, the K38 operates perfectly and the bore is in excellent condition. It would make a fantastic target pistol. If not used for target competition, the 15 would be suited to plinking or teaching a new shooter how to use a revolver. It would also be useful for home defense. The 38 Special round it is chambered for is well suited for all these tasks and is available in a wide variety of bullet types and loads.
SOLD
Handgun Caliber: .38 Special
Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: K-38 Combat Masterpiece
Serial Number: K331033
Bore: Rifled
Chambers: 6
Ejectors: Hand ejection - Simultaneous 6-round ejection
Condition: Used - Good
Barrel Type: Pinned and ribbed
Action: Double-Action/Single-Action
Triggers: 0.265-inch (6.73mm) serrated combat trigger
Stock: Magna service grips
Finish: Blued
Sights: Micrometer-click rear sight, ramp front sight; Sight Radius 5.75 inches (146.05mm)
Manufacture Date: 1958
Description:
The K-38 Combat Masterpiece was introduced in 1949 and produced under that name until 1957. Afterward it was renamed the Model 15 and produced until 1999. It used the same square butt K target frame as the K-38 Masterpiece (Pre-Model 14). The K-38 Combat Masterpiece and its successor use a 4-inch ribbed barrel. This example has the 4-inch pined and ribbed barrel with a 1/8” Baughman Quick Draw front sight on a plain ramp base. The rear sight is a Micrometer-click adjustable type. The front strap and backstrap have the standard 10-groove serrations. The 15 here has a .375-inch semi-target hammer and, a .265-inch serrated combat trigger. The serial number indicates the year of production to be 1958, according to the Standard Catalogue of Smith & Wesson, 4th Edition. This is odd, as the frame is NOT marked Model 15. Smith & Wesson began stamping the frames with a model number in 1957. All that exists on the inside frame opposite the yoke (or crane) are a bunch of internal factory numbers as is usually found on a pre-1957 revolver. The most likely reason for this unusual situation is that S&W had many left-over frames made before 1957 and continued to assemble guns from older parts until the supplies ran out. As a result, this revolver could be considered either as a post-1957 K38 or as a transitional model. The Model 15 is most remembered for its role as the sidearm of LAPD Officers Malloy and Reed in the TV show Adam 12 from season 3 and onward. Previously they had been issued with the Model 14 with its 6-inch barrel which was true for the LAPD as well. The change to the 15 with its 4-inch barrel allowed police officers to draw their revolvers faster at the cost of a slight reduction in accuracy. The K38 shown was most likely carried as a side arm by law enforcement as it has a noticeable amount of holster wear at the very tip of the barrel. The bottom of the trigger guard and the top of the frontstrap also exhibit some finish loss. The bottom of the grip has a combination of light finish wear and micro-dings in the grips usually found on ex-law enforcement firearms. The sides of the grips are worn in the checkering due to frequent handling. There is light rust on both the hammer and trigger which is not surprising. While color case hardening is beautiful to look at, it is not very rust resistant. The rear sight is in great shape with no dings or rust that would inhibit using the sights to aim. Mechanically, the K38 operates perfectly and the bore is in excellent condition. It would make a fantastic target pistol. If not used for target competition, the 15 would be suited to plinking or teaching a new shooter how to use a revolver. It would also be useful for home defense. The 38 Special round it is chambered for is well suited for all these tasks and is available in a wide variety of bullet types and loads.
SOLD
Handgun Caliber: .38 Special
Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: K-38 Combat Masterpiece
Serial Number: K331033
Bore: Rifled
Chambers: 6
Ejectors: Hand ejection - Simultaneous 6-round ejection
Condition: Used - Good
Barrel Type: Pinned and ribbed
Action: Double-Action/Single-Action
Triggers: 0.265-inch (6.73mm) serrated combat trigger
Stock: Magna service grips
Finish: Blued
Sights: Micrometer-click rear sight, ramp front sight; Sight Radius 5.75 inches (146.05mm)
Manufacture Date: 1958
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Guns International #: 101497431
Seller's Information
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please mention that you saw their listing on GunsInternational.com
Seller: Shooter's Supply, LLC.
Member Since: 3/16/16
First Name: Patrick
Last Name: Brown
State:
Tennessee
Zip: 37343
Country: United States
Phone:
(423) 875-4868
Active Listings: 28
Total Listings: 1372
Seller Type: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns and accessories. No returns on new firearms.
We normally ship USPS Priority Mail which should be 2-day ship. Shipping is actual cost with a minimum of $30.00 for pistols and $50.00 for rifles/shotguns to ship to most of the 48 contiguous states. Shipping to Alaska may require an extra fee. Shipping insurance is available upon request for an extra fee. We cannot do international sales. As of November 2019, we no longer ship guns to California and Hawaii. Payment Methods: Visa, Master Card, American Express, USPS Money Order. NO CREDIT CARD FEES!!!
About Us: We are a small family owned business located in Hixson, Tennessee. Do you have firearms at home collecting dust? We have a lively consignment business. Our fee is 20% with a $50 minimum. Firearms are consigned for a an average period of 180 days but the length of period is negotiable. We also do handgun carry permit classes for the state of Tennessee. We have a nice indoor shooting range with reasonable rates. Please check us out at shooterssupply.
Smith & Wesson K-38 Model 15 Combat Masterpiece 38 SPL
Description: The K-38 Combat Masterpiece was introduced in 1949 and produced under that name until 1957. Afterward it was renamed the Model 15 and produced until 1999. It used the same square butt K target frame as the K-38 Masterpiece (Pre-Model 14). The K-38 Combat Masterpiece and its successor use a 4-inch ribbed barrel. This example has the 4-inch pined and ribbed barrel with a 1/8” Baughman Quick Draw front sight on a plain ramp base. The rear sight is a Micrometer-click adjustable type. The front strap and backstrap have the standard 10-groove serrations. The 15 here has a .375-inch semi-target hammer and, a .265-inch serrated combat trigger. The serial number indicates the year of production to be 1958, according to the Standard Catalogue of Smith & Wesson, 4th Edition. This is odd, as the frame is NOT marked Model 15. Smith & Wesson began stamping the frames with a model number in 1957. All that exists on the inside frame opposite the yoke (or crane) are a bunch of internal factory numbers as is usually found on a pre-1957 revolver. The most likely reason for this unusual situation is that S&W had many left-over frames made before 1957 and continued to assemble guns from older parts until the supplies ran out. As a result, this revolver could be considered either as a post-1957 K38 or as a transitional model. The Model 15 is most remembered for its role as the sidearm of LAPD Officers Malloy and Reed in the TV show Adam 12 from season 3 and onward. Previously they had been issued with the Model 14 with its 6-inch barrel which was true for the LAPD as well. The change to the 15 with its 4-inch barrel allowed police officers to draw their revolvers faster at the cost of a slight reduction in accuracy. The K38 shown was most likely carried as a side arm by law enforcement as it has a noticeable amount of holster wear at the very tip of the barrel. The bottom of the trigger guard and the top of the frontstrap also exhibit some finish loss. The bottom of the grip has a combination of light finish wear and micro-dings in the grips usually found on ex-law enforcement firearms. The sides of the grips are worn in the checkering due to frequent handling. There is light rust on both the hammer and trigger which is not surprising. While color case hardening is beautiful to look at, it is not very rust resistant. The rear sight is in great shape with no dings or rust that would inhibit using the sights to aim. Mechanically, the K38 operates perfectly and the bore is in excellent condition. It would make a fantastic target pistol. If not used for target competition, the 15 would be suited to plinking or teaching a new shooter how to use a revolver. It would also be useful for home defense. The 38 Special round it is chambered for is well suited for all these tasks and is available in a wide variety of bullet types and loads. SOLD Handgun Caliber: .38 Special Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson Model: K-38 Combat Masterpiece Serial Number: K331033 Bore: Rifled Chambers: 6 Ejectors: Hand ejection - Simultaneous 6-round ejection Condition: Used - Good Barrel Type: Pinned and ribbed Action: Double-Action/Single-Action Triggers: 0.265-inch (6.73mm) serrated combat trigger Stock: Magna service grips Finish: Blued Sights: Micrometer-click rear sight, ramp front sight; Sight Radius 5.75 inches (146.05mm) Manufacture Date: 1958 |
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Guns International #: 101497431
Seller's Inventory #: 20-6007
Seller's Information
When emailing or calling sellers direct,
please mention that you saw their listing on GunsInternational.com
Seller: Shooter's Supply, LLC.
Member Since: 3/16/16
First Name: Patrick
Last Name: Brown
State:
Tennessee
Zip: 37343
Country: United States
Phone:
(423) 875-4868
Active Listings: 28
Total Listings: 1372
Seller Type: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns and accessories. No returns on new firearms.
We normally ship USPS Priority Mail which should be 2-day ship. Shipping is actual cost with a minimum of $30.00 for pistols and $50.00 for rifles/shotguns to ship to most of the 48 contiguous states. Shipping to Alaska may require an extra fee. Shipping insurance is available upon request for an extra fee. We cannot do international sales. As of November 2019, we no longer ship guns to California and Hawaii.
We normally ship USPS Priority Mail which should be 2-day ship. Shipping is actual cost with a minimum of $30.00 for pistols and $50.00 for rifles/shotguns to ship to most of the 48 contiguous states. Shipping to Alaska may require an extra fee. Shipping insurance is available upon request for an extra fee. We cannot do international sales. As of November 2019, we no longer ship guns to California and Hawaii.
Payment Methods: Visa, Master Card, American Express, USPS Money Order. NO CREDIT CARD FEES!!!
About Us: We are a small family owned business located in Hixson, Tennessee. Do you have firearms at home collecting dust? We have a lively consignment business. Our fee is 20% with a $50 minimum. Firearms are consigned for a an average period of 180 days but the length of period is negotiable. We also do handgun carry permit classes for the state of Tennessee. We have a nice indoor shooting range with reasonable rates. Please check us out at shooterssupply.
Smith & Wesson K-38 Model 15 Combat Masterpiece 38 SPL
Description:
The K-38 Combat Masterpiece was introduced in 1949 and produced under that name until 1957. Afterward it was renamed the Model 15 and produced until 1999. It used the same square butt K target frame as the K-38 Masterpiece (Pre-Model 14). The K-38 Combat Masterpiece and its successor use a 4-inch ribbed barrel. This example has the 4-inch pined and ribbed barrel with a 1/8” Baughman Quick Draw front sight on a plain ramp base. The rear sight is a Micrometer-click adjustable type. The front strap and backstrap have the standard 10-groove serrations. The 15 here has a .375-inch semi-target hammer and, a .265-inch serrated combat trigger. The serial number indicates the year of production to be 1958, according to the Standard Catalogue of Smith & Wesson, 4th Edition. This is odd, as the frame is NOT marked Model 15. Smith & Wesson began stamping the frames with a model number in 1957. All that exists on the inside frame opposite the yoke (or crane) are a bunch of internal factory numbers as is usually found on a pre-1957 revolver. The most likely reason for this unusual situation is that S&W had many left-over frames made before 1957 and continued to assemble guns from older parts until the supplies ran out. As a result, this revolver could be considered either as a post-1957 K38 or as a transitional model. The Model 15 is most remembered for its role as the sidearm of LAPD Officers Malloy and Reed in the TV show Adam 12 from season 3 and onward. Previously they had been issued with the Model 14 with its 6-inch barrel which was true for the LAPD as well. The change to the 15 with its 4-inch barrel allowed police officers to draw their revolvers faster at the cost of a slight reduction in accuracy. The K38 shown was most likely carried as a side arm by law enforcement as it has a noticeable amount of holster wear at the very tip of the barrel. The bottom of the trigger guard and the top of the frontstrap also exhibit some finish loss. The bottom of the grip has a combination of light finish wear and micro-dings in the grips usually found on ex-law enforcement firearms. The sides of the grips are worn in the checkering due to frequent handling. There is light rust on both the hammer and trigger which is not surprising. While color case hardening is beautiful to look at, it is not very rust resistant. The rear sight is in great shape with no dings or rust that would inhibit using the sights to aim. Mechanically, the K38 operates perfectly and the bore is in excellent condition. It would make a fantastic target pistol. If not used for target competition, the 15 would be suited to plinking or teaching a new shooter how to use a revolver. It would also be useful for home defense. The 38 Special round it is chambered for is well suited for all these tasks and is available in a wide variety of bullet types and loads.
SOLD
Handgun Caliber: .38 Special
Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: K-38 Combat Masterpiece
Serial Number: K331033
Bore: Rifled
Chambers: 6
Ejectors: Hand ejection - Simultaneous 6-round ejection
Condition: Used - Good
Barrel Type: Pinned and ribbed
Action: Double-Action/Single-Action
Triggers: 0.265-inch (6.73mm) serrated combat trigger
Stock: Magna service grips
Finish: Blued
Sights: Micrometer-click rear sight, ramp front sight; Sight Radius 5.75 inches (146.05mm)
Manufacture Date: 1958
Description:
The K-38 Combat Masterpiece was introduced in 1949 and produced under that name until 1957. Afterward it was renamed the Model 15 and produced until 1999. It used the same square butt K target frame as the K-38 Masterpiece (Pre-Model 14). The K-38 Combat Masterpiece and its successor use a 4-inch ribbed barrel. This example has the 4-inch pined and ribbed barrel with a 1/8” Baughman Quick Draw front sight on a plain ramp base. The rear sight is a Micrometer-click adjustable type. The front strap and backstrap have the standard 10-groove serrations. The 15 here has a .375-inch semi-target hammer and, a .265-inch serrated combat trigger. The serial number indicates the year of production to be 1958, according to the Standard Catalogue of Smith & Wesson, 4th Edition. This is odd, as the frame is NOT marked Model 15. Smith & Wesson began stamping the frames with a model number in 1957. All that exists on the inside frame opposite the yoke (or crane) are a bunch of internal factory numbers as is usually found on a pre-1957 revolver. The most likely reason for this unusual situation is that S&W had many left-over frames made before 1957 and continued to assemble guns from older parts until the supplies ran out. As a result, this revolver could be considered either as a post-1957 K38 or as a transitional model. The Model 15 is most remembered for its role as the sidearm of LAPD Officers Malloy and Reed in the TV show Adam 12 from season 3 and onward. Previously they had been issued with the Model 14 with its 6-inch barrel which was true for the LAPD as well. The change to the 15 with its 4-inch barrel allowed police officers to draw their revolvers faster at the cost of a slight reduction in accuracy. The K38 shown was most likely carried as a side arm by law enforcement as it has a noticeable amount of holster wear at the very tip of the barrel. The bottom of the trigger guard and the top of the frontstrap also exhibit some finish loss. The bottom of the grip has a combination of light finish wear and micro-dings in the grips usually found on ex-law enforcement firearms. The sides of the grips are worn in the checkering due to frequent handling. There is light rust on both the hammer and trigger which is not surprising. While color case hardening is beautiful to look at, it is not very rust resistant. The rear sight is in great shape with no dings or rust that would inhibit using the sights to aim. Mechanically, the K38 operates perfectly and the bore is in excellent condition. It would make a fantastic target pistol. If not used for target competition, the 15 would be suited to plinking or teaching a new shooter how to use a revolver. It would also be useful for home defense. The 38 Special round it is chambered for is well suited for all these tasks and is available in a wide variety of bullet types and loads.
SOLD
Handgun Caliber: .38 Special
Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: K-38 Combat Masterpiece
Serial Number: K331033
Bore: Rifled
Chambers: 6
Ejectors: Hand ejection - Simultaneous 6-round ejection
Condition: Used - Good
Barrel Type: Pinned and ribbed
Action: Double-Action/Single-Action
Triggers: 0.265-inch (6.73mm) serrated combat trigger
Stock: Magna service grips
Finish: Blued
Sights: Micrometer-click rear sight, ramp front sight; Sight Radius 5.75 inches (146.05mm)
Manufacture Date: 1958
Guns International #: 101497431
Seller's Inventory #: 20-6007
Guns International #: 101497431
Seller's Inventory #: 20-6007
Seller's Information
When emailing or calling sellers direct,
please mention that you saw their listing on GunsInternational.com
Seller: Shooter's Supply, LLC.
Member Since: 3/16/16
First Name: Patrick
Last Name: Brown
State:
Tennessee
Zip: 37343
Country: United States
Phone:
(423) 875-4868
Active Listings: 28
Total Listings: 1372
Seller Type: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns and accessories. No returns on new firearms.
We normally ship USPS Priority Mail which should be 2-day ship. Shipping is actual cost with a minimum of $30.00 for pistols and $50.00 for rifles/shotguns to ship to most of the 48 contiguous states. Shipping to Alaska may require an extra fee. Shipping insurance is available upon request for an extra fee. We cannot do international sales. As of November 2019, we no longer ship guns to California and Hawaii.
We normally ship USPS Priority Mail which should be 2-day ship. Shipping is actual cost with a minimum of $30.00 for pistols and $50.00 for rifles/shotguns to ship to most of the 48 contiguous states. Shipping to Alaska may require an extra fee. Shipping insurance is available upon request for an extra fee. We cannot do international sales. As of November 2019, we no longer ship guns to California and Hawaii.
Payment Methods: Visa, Master Card, American Express, USPS Money Order. NO CREDIT CARD FEES!!!
About Us: We are a small family owned business located in Hixson, Tennessee. Do you have firearms at home collecting dust? We have a lively consignment business. Our fee is 20% with a $50 minimum. Firearms are consigned for a an average period of 180 days but the length of period is negotiable. We also do handgun carry permit classes for the state of Tennessee. We have a nice indoor shooting range with reasonable rates. Please check us out at shooterssupply.
Smith & Wesson K-38 Model 15 Combat Masterpiece 38 SPL
Description:
The K-38 Combat Masterpiece was introduced in 1949 and produced under that name until 1957. Afterward it was renamed the Model 15 and produced until 1999. It used the same square butt K target frame as the K-38 Masterpiece (Pre-Model 14). The K-38 Combat Masterpiece and its successor use a 4-inch ribbed barrel. This example has the 4-inch pined and ribbed barrel with a 1/8” Baughman Quick Draw front sight on a plain ramp base. The rear sight is a Micrometer-click adjustable type. The front strap and backstrap have the standard 10-groove serrations. The 15 here has a .375-inch semi-target hammer and, a .265-inch serrated combat trigger. The serial number indicates the year of production to be 1958, according to the Standard Catalogue of Smith & Wesson, 4th Edition. This is odd, as the frame is NOT marked Model 15. Smith & Wesson began stamping the frames with a model number in 1957. All that exists on the inside frame opposite the yoke (or crane) are a bunch of internal factory numbers as is usually found on a pre-1957 revolver. The most likely reason for this unusual situation is that S&W had many left-over frames made before 1957 and continued to assemble guns from older parts until the supplies ran out. As a result, this revolver could be considered either as a post-1957 K38 or as a transitional model. The Model 15 is most remembered for its role as the sidearm of LAPD Officers Malloy and Reed in the TV show Adam 12 from season 3 and onward. Previously they had been issued with the Model 14 with its 6-inch barrel which was true for the LAPD as well. The change to the 15 with its 4-inch barrel allowed police officers to draw their revolvers faster at the cost of a slight reduction in accuracy. The K38 shown was most likely carried as a side arm by law enforcement as it has a noticeable amount of holster wear at the very tip of the barrel. The bottom of the trigger guard and the top of the frontstrap also exhibit some finish loss. The bottom of the grip has a combination of light finish wear and micro-dings in the grips usually found on ex-law enforcement firearms. The sides of the grips are worn in the checkering due to frequent handling. There is light rust on both the hammer and trigger which is not surprising. While color case hardening is beautiful to look at, it is not very rust resistant. The rear sight is in great shape with no dings or rust that would inhibit using the sights to aim. Mechanically, the K38 operates perfectly and the bore is in excellent condition. It would make a fantastic target pistol. If not used for target competition, the 15 would be suited to plinking or teaching a new shooter how to use a revolver. It would also be useful for home defense. The 38 Special round it is chambered for is well suited for all these tasks and is available in a wide variety of bullet types and loads.
SOLD
Handgun Caliber: .38 Special
Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: K-38 Combat Masterpiece
Serial Number: K331033
Bore: Rifled
Chambers: 6
Ejectors: Hand ejection - Simultaneous 6-round ejection
Condition: Used - Good
Barrel Type: Pinned and ribbed
Action: Double-Action/Single-Action
Triggers: 0.265-inch (6.73mm) serrated combat trigger
Stock: Magna service grips
Finish: Blued
Sights: Micrometer-click rear sight, ramp front sight; Sight Radius 5.75 inches (146.05mm)
Manufacture Date: 1958
Description:
The K-38 Combat Masterpiece was introduced in 1949 and produced under that name until 1957. Afterward it was renamed the Model 15 and produced until 1999. It used the same square butt K target frame as the K-38 Masterpiece (Pre-Model 14). The K-38 Combat Masterpiece and its successor use a 4-inch ribbed barrel. This example has the 4-inch pined and ribbed barrel with a 1/8” Baughman Quick Draw front sight on a plain ramp base. The rear sight is a Micrometer-click adjustable type. The front strap and backstrap have the standard 10-groove serrations. The 15 here has a .375-inch semi-target hammer and, a .265-inch serrated combat trigger. The serial number indicates the year of production to be 1958, according to the Standard Catalogue of Smith & Wesson, 4th Edition. This is odd, as the frame is NOT marked Model 15. Smith & Wesson began stamping the frames with a model number in 1957. All that exists on the inside frame opposite the yoke (or crane) are a bunch of internal factory numbers as is usually found on a pre-1957 revolver. The most likely reason for this unusual situation is that S&W had many left-over frames made before 1957 and continued to assemble guns from older parts until the supplies ran out. As a result, this revolver could be considered either as a post-1957 K38 or as a transitional model. The Model 15 is most remembered for its role as the sidearm of LAPD Officers Malloy and Reed in the TV show Adam 12 from season 3 and onward. Previously they had been issued with the Model 14 with its 6-inch barrel which was true for the LAPD as well. The change to the 15 with its 4-inch barrel allowed police officers to draw their revolvers faster at the cost of a slight reduction in accuracy. The K38 shown was most likely carried as a side arm by law enforcement as it has a noticeable amount of holster wear at the very tip of the barrel. The bottom of the trigger guard and the top of the frontstrap also exhibit some finish loss. The bottom of the grip has a combination of light finish wear and micro-dings in the grips usually found on ex-law enforcement firearms. The sides of the grips are worn in the checkering due to frequent handling. There is light rust on both the hammer and trigger which is not surprising. While color case hardening is beautiful to look at, it is not very rust resistant. The rear sight is in great shape with no dings or rust that would inhibit using the sights to aim. Mechanically, the K38 operates perfectly and the bore is in excellent condition. It would make a fantastic target pistol. If not used for target competition, the 15 would be suited to plinking or teaching a new shooter how to use a revolver. It would also be useful for home defense. The 38 Special round it is chambered for is well suited for all these tasks and is available in a wide variety of bullet types and loads.
SOLD
Handgun Caliber: .38 Special
Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: K-38 Combat Masterpiece
Serial Number: K331033
Bore: Rifled
Chambers: 6
Ejectors: Hand ejection - Simultaneous 6-round ejection
Condition: Used - Good
Barrel Type: Pinned and ribbed
Action: Double-Action/Single-Action
Triggers: 0.265-inch (6.73mm) serrated combat trigger
Stock: Magna service grips
Finish: Blued
Sights: Micrometer-click rear sight, ramp front sight; Sight Radius 5.75 inches (146.05mm)
Manufacture Date: 1958
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