Smith & Wesson .38 Military & Police Pre-Model 10, 4-inch .38 Special, Nickel Finish, DA/SA, Fixed Sights, Pachmayr Grips
This pre-1957 Smith & Wesson .38 Military & Police is a true pre-model-number K-frame revolver with the classic 4-inch tapered "pencil" barrel and fixed sights. It features an observed nickel finish and practical Pachmayr rubber wraparound grips. Markings and proof/inspection stamps are present, and the configuration reflects the well-known Military & Police pattern in .38 Special with a six-shot cylinder.
Condition
Overall Condition: Fair condition, showing extensive signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Fair - Generally clean, some residue or smudges, slight corrosion.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The revolver is in solid functional shape. Scratches and blemishes are present. There is discoloration to the finish. Carbon buildup is present above the forcing cone. Areas of rust and pitting are present.
What’s Included
- Smith & Wesson .38 Military & Police Pre-Model 10 revolver with Pachmayr rubber wraparound grips
This example is a pre-model-number .38 Military & Police, made before S&W adopted model markings in the yoke cut. The absence of "MOD. 10" in the yoke area aligns with its Pre-Model 10 status, and the K-prefix serial range identifies it as a K-frame .38 Special revolver from the pre-1957 era.
It is built on a carbon steel K-frame with a six-round cylinder and a 4-inch tapered "pencil" barrel. The action is double-action/single-action, and the fixed sights include a serrated integral ramp front and a rear notch milled into the topstrap. Anti-glare serrations are present on the topstrap and barrel rib.
An observed bright nickel finish is present on the frame and cylinder (factory status not determined). Controls include a knurled ejector rod tip with a front locking lug, plus a checkered cylinder latch and hammer spur for positive manipulation.
Markings include "SMITH & WESSON." on the barrel and "38 S.&W. SPECIAL CTG." on the opposite side, along with "MADE IN U.S.A. / MARCAS REGISTRADAS / SMITH & WESSON / SPRINGFIELD, MASS." on the right side of the frame. The S&W monogram is on the sideplate. Proof/inspection stamps and assembly numbers are visible in the yoke cut.
This full-size revolver wears Pachmayr rubber wraparound grips, adding a secure, hand-filling hold. It is part of the Military & Police series and was made in the USA.