Smith & Wesson Model 67 No‑Dash .38 Special, 4″ Pinned Barrel, First‑Year Stainless K‑38 Combat Masterpiece
Serial Number 5K87 – verified first‑year production, number 87 in the “5K” serial block, placing it among the very earliest stainless K‑frame revolvers built.
Produced in 1972 during the Model 67’s inaugural run, this no‑dash K‑38 Combat Masterpiece stands out for its fully stainless construction, pinned heavy barrel, and hand‑fitted pre‑MIM internals. Early production features—such as the all‑stainless hammer, trigger, and rear sight—appear only on the first Model 67s, making this revolver notable to shooters and collectors alike.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good – Clean, well‑maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling – Intact, well‑defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Minor scratching, scuffing, and small blemishes are visible on the brushed‑satin stainless surfaces.
What’s Included
- Smith & Wesson Model 67 no‑dash revolver
- Six‑shot .38 Special speedloader
Introduced in 1972, the Model 67 brought S&W’s trusted K‑38 Combat Masterpiece format into stainless steel. This first‑year example—serial number 5K87—retains the early three‑screw K‑frame and half‑lug shrouded ejector rod that service shooters favored for reliability and balance.
The 4‑inch heavy‑profile barrel is factory pinned, ribbed, and finished with a recessed crown to protect accuracy. A serrated ramp front sight pairs with an adjustable stainless square‑notch rear, offering the classic Baughman/adjustable sight picture prized in PPC and bullseye competition.
Forged and hand‑fitted internals deliver the smooth double‑action and crisp single‑action breaks that define early‑1970s Smith & Wesson quality. The .400‑inch smooth trigger and checkered hammer spur are both stainless—an early production hallmark later replaced by color‑case parts.
Square‑butt walnut Magna stocks feature bordered checkering and gold S&W medallions, completing the period‑correct look. Longitudinal serrations on the top rib and top strap reduce glare, while the brushed‑satin stainless finish resists corrosion for duty or range use.