Trying to ID a revolver

[jreidthompson1]

I'm just trying to identify this revolver. 6 shot 38 special.

Base of grip frame has a V and number 279xxx

Will try to add pictures below.

 

[S&WshooterFIN]

.38 M&P Victory
1942 - 1945
Shortened barrel

 

[jscheck]

As stated, Victory model. Shortened barrel, chromed after the war. Afraid there's not much value in it unless it's a family piece.

 

[jreidthompson1]

Thank you. Just a family item that I wanted to id.
I appreciate the information.

 

[DWalt]

During the 1950s-60s these revolvers were imported from England by the boatload and sold by mail order for around $30. Not very valuable today, and certainly nothing collectible, but OK for use as a utility shooter.