I have two 38 specials trying to decipher and get year and value and any other info
1.airweight model 37 5 shot revolver 38 special
serial number on butt 3j1*** last three numbers not filled in
looks like 2 or 2 1/2 barrel
2.looks like a service revolver model 10-5 I believe this one is six shot looks like 4 inch barrel 38 special.serial numberd84***

That would be 1971.

It would be the nominal 2" barrel, but it should actually measure 1 7/8"

A 10-5 with only five digits would have a D in front of it. That would make it 1968 production.
And yes, the cylinder would hold 6 rounds.

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Jack
SWCA #2475, SWHF #318

thanks jack,, let me ask you will both of these year 38 shoot off the shelf 38 special ammo,,,I readme place about new ammo being to m for some older guns?
eric

Yes, if they are mechanically sound any standard pressure .38 Special ammo you find is safe. There is an ongoing back and forth about the dreaded +P loading if you find any; it is perfectly safe in your 10-5 in whatever quantities you can afford, and ok for occasional use in the 37.

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Alan
SWCA LM 2023, SWHF 220