Guns International #: 103383556
Seller's Inventory #: 10-5

Category - Smith & Wesson Revolvers - Smith & Wesson Revolvers - Model 10

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Smith & Wesson Revolvers
Smith & Wesson Revolvers - Model 10

HERE IS A NICE SMITH 10-5 FACTORY NICKEL MADE IN 1975 38 SPECIAL WITH WAYNE CO 1615 ON FRAME

Description:
HERE IS A NICE SMITH AND WESSON NICKEL 38 SPECIAL 


The marking "
WAYNE CO" on the frame of a Smith & Wesson Model 10-5 revolver is an inventory or property stamp indicating the firearm was likely issued to the Wayne County Sheriff's Office or another law enforcement agency within Wayne County, Michigan. 
The Smith & Wesson Model 10 was a very popular choice for police and security personnel throughout the 20th century. The "Wayne Co" marking suggests it was part of an official issue to a specific department, which can add historical interest for collectors. 
Other known examples of S&W revolvers with similar "Wayne Co" or "Wayne County" markings include:

• A Model 12 marked "Wayne County 333"
• A 3-inch Model 65-3 also marked "Wayne co."
• A Colt Bankers Special marked "WSC" (Wayne County Sheriff, Detroit MI) 

These markings are often found on the backstrap or the bottom of the grip frame. To learn more about the specific history of your firearm, you can contact the Smith & Wesson Historical Foundation and request a research letter, which may provide details on the original shipment destination. 


The 
Smith & Wesson Model 10-5 is a highly regarded, classic .38 Special revolver known for its reliability, durability, and smooth double-action trigger pull. It was produced in the 1960s and is a popular choice for collectors and shooters alike. 
Key Features

• Caliber: Chambered in .38 S&W Special. The Model 10-5 and later models are safe to use with +P ammunition, although some sources caution against a steady diet in older revolvers.
• Capacity: It is a six-shot revolver with a swing-out cylinder.
• Action: It has a traditional double-action/single-action (DA/SA) mechanism.
• Barrel: The 10-5 is notable for being the point where Smith & Wesson transitioned from the tapered "pencil" barrel to a straight bull barrel with a sloped ramp front sight. Barrel lengths included 2, 4, 5, and 6 inches, with 4-inch being common.
• Sights: Features fixed sights, with a blade front sight and a notched rear sight integral to the topstrap of the frame.
• Finish: Typically available in a blued steel finish, though nickel finishes were also produced.
• Grips: Original models often came with wood grips (Magna stocks), available in both round-butt and square-butt patterns. 

Handgun Caliber: .38 Special
Manufacturer: SMITH AND WESSON
Model: 10-5
Serial Number: D835182
Barrel Length: 5
Condition: GOOD
Metal Condition: GOOD
Bore Condition: GREAT
Manufacture Date: 1975

Price: $800.00
Shipping: $40.00