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Thanks! .38 Special does chamber just fine.

I have an early (s/n 15xx) civilian S&W M&P Hand Ejector Model of 1899. The chambering is not stamped on the gun. It is my understanding that all civilian versions like this were .38 Special and the .38 Long Colt was only available on the Army and Navy versions. Is this true? How can I be...

Thank you for the information! I should have mentioned that the bore is indeed shiny and has probably only seen smokeless ammunition. Since it is not marked, can I assume it is a very early .38 Special? I had been thinking that the spots in the bluing could have been from something like...

The gun has not been refinished. That wavy appearance was due to my poor photography skills. Here is a picture of the trademark showing the crisp mark. The original finish (though worn) is very reflective and has not been polished, if you look closely, you can see the reflection of my finger...

I have a S&W M&P Hand Ejector First Model of 1899 I would like some information about. The serial number is 159x so it is probably early in the production (1900?) and has no martial marking so must be civilian. It has a 6.5" barrel, blue finish, case colored trigger and hammer. There are...