“New” Second Model Top Break: Confused Caliber

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I just acquired this pistol at auction. I have a third model 32 long hand ejector, and wanted a top brake pistol in either 32 or 38. Well, based on the auction houses description in the title this pistol is caliber confused. See pictures below of the pistol and its listing page.
The title reads:
Smith & Wesson .38 Double Action 2nd Model .32 S&W
 

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It IS a .38 DA, 2nd Model.

Thank you! That is exactly what I needed to hear to clear up the confusion. 38 or 32? I actually was hoping it was a 38. This is 38 S&W correct? Not 38 special. I'll have to figure out how to reload. I reload 38 SPL and 32 long already.
 
Caliber of the old S&W top breaks are easily IDed in profile pics by the alignment of the front of their cylinder with the front of their trigger guard. If the cylinder extends past the trigger guard it is a 38.

John
 

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