Model 10 Question

[jpage]

Hello All, recently purchased a USGI marked Model 10. #D1902XX, guessing early 1960's ?

 

[Wiregrassguy]

Per SCSW, 1969-1970

 

[Ameshawki]

Closer to 1969.

 

[bmcgilvray]

I'm guessing 1970.

I have D11XXX from 1968, D123XXX which was purchased new January 7, 1970, and D362XXX which shipped inJune of 1971.

 

[jpage]

Awesome Guys ! Thanks !

 

[chief38]

So where's the pic's??

 

[jpage]

Here ya go

 

[Retired W4]

That thing could have been carried by a helicopter pilot in Vietnam. The square butt was more common, but they were all listed on the TO&E as Revolver, Cal., 38. A piece of history from my days in combat.

 

[jpage]

Based on the finish-wear, I wouldn't doubt it. Allegedly it was imported from
Ethiopia, so its been around the block. What type of holster did aircrews use in SEA ?

 

[LongTom.44]

That thing could have been carried by a helicopter pilot in Vietnam. The square butt was more common, but they were all listed on the TO&E as Revolver, Cal., 38. A piece of history from my days in combat.

Absolutely! I qualed with a Model 10 as a helo crewchief.

 

[Retired W4]

I used a regular drop holster on a pistol belt so I could rotate that thing between my legs while strapped in. Shoulder holsters were impractical wearing a flack jacket with a chicken plate under it.

 

[jpage]

Also, how did You carry reloads ? Guessing sewn-loops ?