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Smith & Wesson Model 36 (Chiefs Special) Revolver

This is a vintage Smith & Wesson Model 36, commonly known as the 'Chiefs Special,' a J-frame snub-nose revolver. The firearm features a high-polish blued carbon steel finish on the frame, 1.875-inch barrel, and five-shot fluted cylinder. It is equipped with traditional checked wood 'service' grips, which include the characteristic silver-colored Smith & Wesson medallion and a diamond-shaped pattern around the grip screw, suggesting a production date likely prior to 1968. The frame displays the stamped S&W logo on the right side. Notable physical features include a fixed integral front ramp sight, a notched rear sight, a color-case hardened trigger and hammer, and the classic side-thumb latch for cylinder release. Regarding condition, the handgun shows signs of age-appropriate wear and handling. There is visible bluing loss and 'holster wear' specifically at the muzzle and on the sharp edges of the cylinder. A faint drag line is present on the cylinder, indicating a history of mechanical operation. The wooden grips show minor scuffing and flattening of the checkering, but remain intact without significant cracking. Overall, the piece displays a genuine patina consistent with a mid-20th-century carry firearm, maintaining its structural integrity and historical character.

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