Good Evening! I have the opportunity to purchase a 38 S & W special.
It says on one side of the barrel, 38 S. & W. Special CTG, and the other side it says Smith & Wesson. When you open the chamber, it looks like it says in there Mod. 36 and has a series of 5 digits. They are 74835. On the butt of the handle is has the following number 508xxx. It has a 3" barrel. Is anyone able to give me any information on age, value, etc........Thanks!
Last edited by slthomas14; 11-30-2013 at 07:28 PM.
Welcome! Muley Gil has the ID correct. It likely shipped in about 1966. Its value is based on its finish and mechanical condition, so a detailed description or photos would help with this.
Here is a post regarding IDing S & W revolvers that always helps us:
That looks like a pretty rusty gun that has been somewhat crudely refinished. I would pass. You can get a decent 36 for not too much money so why bother with a refinished beter.