I bought a Model 36 that I would like help in establishing age and value. The barrel has 38 S&W SPL. on the right side. Grip is flat on the bottom and 1/2 way down on the right side of the grip it is marked with a B in a circle toward the rear and an R in a triangle toward the front, at the bottom of the grip is the #4790. On the left side of the grip front is a 19 toward the rear is F 8 and across the bottom is the same #as on the swing out in front of the cylinder, think it may be the serial # 65xxx . then on the bottom of the grip frame is AAR 65xx. That is all the identifying numbers I can locate . I can find. Would appreciate any info. that would help me identify the pistol. It has 3 screws in the frame and shows almost no wear a verylittle bluing worn off the edge of the barrel. THANKS in Advance

The serial number is the one on the bottom of the grip (AAR65xx). It dates your 36 to late '82.

hey, I have a s&w .38 spl. model 36 with this number 97358 and b2. on the end of the grip there is j733808. can anyone help me and tell me the year/history and the value of this fine piece?