I just picked up an old Smith from a friend of mine. Not really sure what I have. Any help would be appreciated.
It is a five screw model. The side plate is on the right side. It is 38 caliber with a six inch barrel that is pinned. The left side of the barrel is marked "Smith & Wesson" with the "&" sign of the old streched out version.
On the right side it is marked "Made in USA" under the cylinder and in front of the screw (not on the side plate). The barrel is marked "38 S&W Special CTG". It has a ramped and stepped (serrated) front sight.
The grips are wood with S&W medallions and a single diamond over the grip screw. The grips are numbered to the gun.
Finally, the serial number is 9807XX, located on the bottom of the grip frame. There is also a "S" located there but does not seem to be a part of the serial number.
Overall, the gun is approx. 60-70% original finish.
Sorry, can't put picks up at this time. Thanks in advance.