horsemarine:
The markings on the barrel pivot are from the Meji Era (1868-1912). I believe the 29th year of that reign or 1896AD. The markings below the screw are numbers, 3401 and then a character that I cannot read; probably the province where the pistol was registered. Other then the...
38 Special, 4" barrel, S#467329. Serial # found on butt, back of cylinder, underside of barrel and inside right grip. "P" proof top left frame, back of cylinder, underside of barrel. Ordinance bomb toe of butt preceeding serial number.
38 Special, 4" barrel, S#467329. Serial # found on butt, back of cylinder, underside of barrel and inside right grip. "P" proof top left frame, back of cylinder, underside of barrel. Ordinance bomb toe of butt preceeding serial number.