Victory 38 special

[Marineblueline]

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.

[opoefc]

Close serial numbers were shipped mid December , 1942, to the U S Navy. Ed.

[Art Doc]

Probably looks like this...




During the war S&W made hundreds of thousands of Military & Police Models for America's military (usually 4" barrel in 38 Special like yours) and with 5" barrels in 38 S&W for Great Britain and its allies. In good original condition they have become collectible. Yours is an heirloom on the highest order.

Don't be afraid to shoot it.

[Marineblueline]

I appreciate it gents, yes that is exactly what it looks like. It's been shot, when I was a kid this was the first handgun I ever shot. Now that it's been passed to me I plan on shooting it again. I'll stick to standard 38 special rounds. Thanks again for the information

[KEN L]

Wise decision, they weren't meant for anything stronger than that. It has an interesting ship date. Enjoy grandpa's Victory!