Smith & Wesson Model 36-11 Classic .38 Special +P J-Frame Revolver, 1.875 in Blued, 5-Shot
This 2025-production Smith & Wesson Model 36-11 is a Classic-series J-frame revolver with a 1.875 inch tapered pencil barrel, exposed ejector rod, and blued carbon-steel construction. Chambered in .38 Special with a barrel rollmarked for +P, it pairs traditional fixed sights with a double-action/single-action ignition. The revolver is in excellent overall condition with a clean, mirror-bright bore and comes with its factory case and manual.
Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent condition, showing only faint signs of any prior use or handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: This revolver shows very little evidence of prior use. The bore is clean and shiny.
What’s Included
- Smith & Wesson factory blue hard plastic case
- Smith & Wesson Safety & Instruction Manual for modern-style revolvers (J, K, L, N and Governor)
The Model 36-11 retains the classic J-frame profile in a 5-shot snubnose configuration. Its 1.875 inch tapered pencil barrel and exposed ejector rod reflect the traditional Chief’s Special layout while keeping the package trim and well-balanced.
Controls and sights are straightforward and robust: a ramped front blade and a fixed rear notch integral to the topstrap, a smooth-faced trigger, and an external spurred hammer for DA/SA operation.
Factory markings include the yoke cut stamped "36-11," a barrel rollmark of ".38 S&W SPL +P," "SMITH & WESSON" on the barrel, and "MADE IN U.S.A. ... SPRINGFIELD, MASS." on the frame. An internal key-lock window sits above the cylinder latch as a built-in safety feature.
The revolver’s blued carbon-steel frame, cylinder, and barrel are complemented by round-butt checkered hardwood stocks with S&W medallions. The combination underscores the Classic-series aesthetic while delivering a durable, time-tested build.