Hi, New to forum. Looking for some information on S & W revolver. It was originally owned by my great grandfather.

It is a smith and Wesson revolver with the serial number of 16235. It is says on the barrel 38 S & W Special CTG.

Also it is 6 shot with a 5 inch barrel.

On the top of the barrel it reads: Smith & Wesson Springfield Mass. USA. Pat'd July 1.84. April 9.89. May 21.95. Aug. 4.96. Dec. 22.96. Oct. 4.98.

What is the year in which it was made and what would it be called?

Any other info would be appreciated. Would there be an disassembly manual available?

Thanks!

Mark