Smith & Wesson Model 10-8 .38 Special K-Frame, 4 inch Heavy Pinned Barrel, Blued, DA/SA Revolver (1982)
This Smith & Wesson Model 10-8 is a classic K-frame service revolver configured with a 4 inch heavy, non-tapered pinned barrel and fixed sights. It features a blued carbon-steel construction with a case-hardened hammer and smooth trigger. The D-prefix serial indicates 1982 production, placing it squarely in the 10-8 variant era. Aftermarket laminated hardwood finger-groove target grips are installed.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: This firearm is in solid shape. There are some scratches and blemishes present.
What's Included
- Aftermarket laminated hardwood finger-groove target grips (installed)
- Factory S&W walnut Magna-style right grip panel with gold medallion (not installed; in box; one panel pictured)
The Model 10-8 variant (circa 1977–1988) carries the long-running Model 10 lineage noted for massive production numbers. This example aligns with that era and is marked MOD. 10-8 on the yoke cut, with the assembly number present. Traditional S&W rollmarks are intact, including the S&W circular Trade Mark and barrel legends.
The heavy, non-tapered barrel is pinned and features a serrated top rib to reduce glare. Sights are the fixed service pattern: an integral serrated ramp front and a rear top-strap groove. The six-flute cylinder retains the classic unshrouded ejector rod configuration.
Construction is blued carbon steel throughout, with a case-hardened, checkered-spur hammer and a smooth, case-hardened trigger. The revolver operates in double-action/single-action, with a 6-round cylinder chambered in .38 Special.
Aftermarket laminated hardwood finger-groove target grips with brass escutcheon/screw are installed, offering a target-style hand fit. Also included is a factory S&W walnut Magna-style right grip panel with gold medallion.