Just bought (what I was told is) a S&W Model 10-6

[4K2022]

No. The prefix should be either a C or a D. If it is a C, then it would be a very early 10-6.

A 10-5 , taper 4" inch BUTT as a "D" example. with Extra markings

 

[tylerlayne]

Thanks for Posting.
This thread touched on so many aspects and issues of buying online. Right down to the last/previous post!
I've seen many model 10s that listed the assembly number as the serial number. What's important to Me is that the correct serial number is recorded on the final paperwork that (I) receive. I just happened to have come across a close friend of your 38 Special

The mushroom, says pre 1928 on Our 5" inch,, 38s

Wow, Thats awesome! The serial numbers are very close. How does yours shoot?

 

[tylerlayne]

Finally made it to the range today with the 38. I love it. Its hard to believe it is 100 years old. The timing on it is perfect and it is extremely accurate. Really lots of fun to shoot.

 

[SGT ROCK 11B]

.38 Special S&W revolvers are like tanks and will run forever if maintained properly.

The reason yours has a mottled finish is that it was stored in a leather holster. In the old days people thought cowboys did that, they did not. It is a 100-year-old revolver with 60-year-old grips. I am glad you had a good Range Report. I was going to guess it has not been properly clean and lubricated for 40+ years. Thank you for sharing.

 

[mikeruns]

I think this is a 5" …1905….

 

[familyman357oh]

I think this is a 5" …1905….

Yeah, looks like a 5" to me too. Kinda neat. Not quite as convenient for carry, but the extra sight radius is nice for shooting.

 

[squidsix]

It's definitely a 5" barrel on the OP's gun.

 

[tylerlayne]

It may be older than 100 years old then. And yes it came in a old leather holster. I have it still stored in the holster. Should I leave it out?

 

[JP@AK]

It may be older than 100 years old then.

Are you saying that because it has a 5" barrel? If so, why?

I have it still stored in the holster. Should I leave it out?

Yes. Do not store it in a leather holster or any other kind of tanned leather.