Flat latch Model 36

[swatcapt]

Hard to open

Often, when the cylinder is hard to open on a new purchase of a used revolver, the previous owner or the gun shop counter guy switches the side plate screws. They put in a screw that is a little too long in the hole above the trigger and it puts pressure on the yoke, making it hard to open.
A simple half turn out can tell you if that is the problem.

 

[anticus]

Finish

I see some beautiful blued smith on this forum what do you apply on your blued guns looks great

Just wipe it down with a little Ballistol. I think the beauty is all in the finish. They do it right at S&W.