What is this old S+W .38?

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gunsnharleys
November 16, 2008, 03:09 PM
I just aquired a Smith and Wesson .38 special. The serial number is 297332 (stamped on the butt). Smith and Wesson on the left side of the bbl and "38 SW Special CTG" on the right. Anyone know how old this is?
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moewadle
November 16, 2008, 07:42 PM
in 2nd edition indicates this is probably a .38 special Hand Ejector M & P made between 1915 and 1942. That is...unless I read the book incorrectly and then someone else out there can correct my mistake.
Hutch
November 16, 2008, 09:33 PM
More info is needed. Is it a 5-shot or 6-shot cylinder? J-frames had similar S/N's for a while.
SaxonPig
November 16, 2008, 10:25 PM
Nine times out of 10 when someone asks "what is this S&W?" it turns out to be a Military & Police made between 1915 and 1942. You appear to be in the majority with this one.

That serial would be from very early 1920s.
gunsnharleys
November 18, 2008, 07:08 PM
This is a 6 shot, 4" bbl. This is not a 'J' frame as I know them (Its bigger). I do appreciate your replies!
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