#SMITH AND WESSON MODEL SERIAL NUMBER LOOKUP SERIAL NUMBERS#

Smith And Wesson Model 37 Airweight Serial Numbers In 1951, Smith & Wesson introduced the Airweight Model 37, which was basically the Model 36 design with an aluminum frame and cylinder. The 'Chiefs Special' continued to be manufactured as a separate variant. It was produced as the 'Chiefs Special' until 1957, when it then became the Model 36. It was available in either a blued or nickel-plated finish. A 3-inch (76В mm) barreled version design went into production immediately, due to high demand. The new design was introduced at the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) convention in 1950, and was favorably received.ДЄ vote was held to name the new revolver, and the name 'Chiefs Special' won. Since the older I-frame was not able to handle this load, a new frame was designed, which became the J-frame. For the Model 36, they sought to design a revolver that could fire the more powerful (compared to the or the ) round in a small, concealable package. History The Model 36 was designed in the era just after World War II, when Smith & Wesson stopped producing war materials and resumed normal production. It was introduced in 1950, and is still in production.

It is one of several models of J-frame revolvers.

Length 6.22' length 1.811' EffectiveВ firingВ range 25 yards (23 m) MaximumВ firingВ range 50 yards (46 m) FeedВ system 5-round cylinder Sights Fixed rear, front blade The Model 36 (also known as the Chief's Special) is a chambered for. Smith & Wesson Model 36 revolver, which was issued to women in the Type PlaceВ ofВ origin United States Service history InВ service 1950вЂ“present UsedВ by Production history Manufacturer Smith & Wesson UnitВ cost $1,499.00 MSRP Specifications Weight 19.5 oz.

Smith And Wesson Model 37 Airweight Serial Numbers.

Chris from the Lucky Gunner team breaks down 1st, 2nd and 3rd generation Smith & Wesson semi-auto pistols and their model numbers.

Smith and wesson model serial number lookup