Smith & Wesson Model 36 Chief's Special .38 Spl., 2-inch, Blued, 5-Shot J-Frame (1968)
This 1968 Smith & Wesson Model 36 Chief's Special is a no-dash J-frame revolver with a 2-inch pinned, tapered barrel and a high-polish blue finish. It features a five-shot fluted cylinder, fixed sights, and factory checkered walnut service stocks with S&W medallions. Notable period-correct details include the post-1966 checkered cylinder-release latch, unshrouded ejector rod with a knurled tip, and Springfield, Mass. and Marcas Registradas rollmarks.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The exterior shows minor, superficial scratches and small blemishes visible under close inspection.
What's Included
- S&W pistol rug
Built on the round-butt J-frame, this compact Model 36 combines carbon steel construction with a classic high-polish blue finish. The 2-inch barrel is pinned and tapered with serrations along the top rib, pairing traditional craftsmanship with a carry-friendly profile.
Controls and mechanics include double-action/single-action operation, an exposed hammer with a checkered spur, and a smooth-face trigger with a case-hardened appearance. The five-shot fluted cylinder swings out for loading, and the unshrouded ejector rod features a knurled tip for positive extraction.
Sights are fixed, with a serrated ramp front and a square-notch rear integral to the topstrap. Rollmarks include the Springfield, Mass. address and the Marcas Registradas legend, consistent with late-1960s production.
Factory checkered walnut service stocks (non-diamond) with S&W medallions complete the period look. The yoke is marked with the no-dash Model 36 identification, and the revolver features the post-1966 checkered cylinder-release latch.