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Originally Posted by jamkenken
Hi, I would like to identify a old s&w that has been in my family for at least 60 years. It is a top break and has no hammer. The barrel is 4 inches long and it is a .38 caliber. I have attached three pictures. The serial number is 53335. I appreciate your help.
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Your .38 Safety Hammerless, 3rd Model would have shipped most likely in 1891, making is an antique. The finish does not look right to be original and may be chrome instead of nickel. There are areas of pitting that have been finished over, but not a bad job and you should have a great shooter.