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S&W Revolvers: 1961 to 1980 3-Screw PINNED Barrel SWING-OUT Cylinder Hand Ejectors WITH Model Numbers


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Old 03-02-2012, 11:50 PM
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Have found both at local shops. What are the approximate born on dates? Which should I consider? The 36 is 2" and the 37 is 3". The 37 may be in better shape for about the same money. Advice from the pros here?
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You'll need serial numbers to help narrow down the ship dates; the 36 and 37 were made from 1957 to 1988. (The 36-1 was made for many of the same years with a heavy 3" barrel so did not replace the 36.) The 3" gun may be a little easier to shoot with the extra inch of sight radius, but if concealment is the issue the 2" may be preferable.
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