Model 36

[CNA430]

I DO love my S&W revolvers. Just bought a new-to-me model 36, 5-shot, in .38 S&W Special with 1 7/8" barrel, high-polish blue and gold medallion inlayed wood grips. The serial number is J881XX. Can anyone tell me when this little jewel might have been manufactured? THANKS in advance.

 

[Absalom]

.....The serial number is J881XX. Can anyone tell me when this little jewel might have been manufactured? THANKS in advance.

The SCSW gives J1 to J99999 as 1969/1970. So yours almost certainly falls into 1970.

 

[Jtown]

Great gun the Model 36. No photo so here is mine. Ser.# J37xx

 

[Old cop]

The Model 36, or a varient, was what we all carried when revolvers ruled law enforcement.

 

[two-bit cowboy]

Welcome aboard from Wyoming, and congratulations on picking up a Chiefs Special.

Is it a round or square butt?

How 'bout posting some photos.

 

[CNA430]

I can take pictures w/my camera/phone, but to post them is another story. This I will have to learn how to do. Any/all guidance for that chore is appreciated.

 

[chief38]

The older Smiths are GREAT! Take care of it and it should last a lifetime - and they will NEVER make them like that ever again!!!

 

[ABPOS]

Great gun the Model 36. No photo so here is mine. Ser.# J37xx

Man I really like them square butt 36's.