Trying to date my grandpa's 38 special. 6 shot, serial is v190235. "US Navy" stamped on top. Has a lanyard loop, and smooth grips. The rear sight is not adjustable. It's in a little rough condition, I plan on cleaning it up (NOT modifying). My grandpa was in the Pacific in ww2 rescuing/retrieving downed pilots and their aircraft. He did do a stint in the US Calvary before then.
I guess this website doesnt like to upload pics from phones. I will post some when I get home. More interested in ship date, this isn't something that's ever going to be for sale. All help is appreciated.