Ive got an opportunity to purchase a nice 649-3.

Have not seen pictures confirming the dash but the seller has re-confirmed. I have seen pictures of the barrel. Marked for 38 special.

Transition model? Barrel replacement?

Appreciate any feedback.

The book says reintroduced in Nov.1997in.38 special only with a 1-7/8" barrel.1999: discontinue .38 special variation.649-4 (Nov.,1997): reintroduced in .38 special+p only using new frame. Letters serial # = D.O.M.? Nov.1997-CCE Aug.1996-CBC