The wife and I, have recently come in to possession of her late father’s somewhat large Smith & Wesson revolver collection. We could use some help in finding out the shipping date. As well as, pricing this particular model for private sale.
38 S.W. Special CTG model 15-3 nickel plated 4in barrel.
Serial number: K883947. Also, have original box, manual, wax paper, warranty card and stock magna grips.
That is a beauty! I like the Hogue grips, too.
The cylinder release (thumb piece) is not "special," it's simply a new-style one. Perhaps the original was lost or (as is the case with many shooters) your late father-in-law changed it because the original interfered with loading and unloading the cylinder.
Don't know how long it's been, but sorry for your family's loss.
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