Smith & Wesson Model 36-2 Chief's Special .38 Special Revolver, 2-inch J-Frame, Bright Nickel, 5-Shot DA/SA
This Smith & Wesson Model 36-2 Chief's Special is a compact, five-shot J-frame revolver with a 2-inch tapered barrel and a bright nickel finish over carbon steel. It features double-action/single-action operation, fixed sights, and classic checkered walnut stocks with S&W medallions. The yoke cut is stamped "MOD. 36," and the revolver retains hallmark details like an unshrouded ejector rod and a checkered cylinder latch.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: There are markings from previous handling and use. Please see the photos for details.
What’s Included
- Smith & Wesson Model 36-2 Chief's Special revolver
The Model 36-2 is built on S&W's J-frame and chambered in .38 Special, offering a five-shot fluted cylinder in a compact package. Its 2-inch tapered carbon steel barrel and bright nickel finish give it a distinctive, period-correct appearance.
The action is double-action/single-action with an exposed, checkered hammer spur for confident control. A checkered cylinder latch and an unshrouded ejector rod with a knurled tip reflect traditional S&W design details.
Sighting is straightforward and durable, with a serrated ramp front blade and a fixed rear notch milled into the topstrap. The revolver wears service-style, checkered walnut stocks with S&W medallions (no-diamond pattern), complementing the nickel finish.
Factory markings include "MOD. 36" on the yoke cut and an assembly number "730" in the yoke/crane area. The frame and cylinder are finished in bright nickel over carbon steel, and the revolver was made in the United States.