^Lot 348a Smith & Wesson 36 .38 Spl SN: 51J638

'The .38 Chiefs Special', Pinned Barrel, older all machined construction. Small frame double action snub nose revolver. Features a blued finish, 1-7/8" barrel with serrated ramp front sight, square notched rear sight, non-shrouded ejector rod, fluted five-shot cylinder, serrated trigger, service hammer with knurled spur, three screw round butt J frame and two-piece checkered walnut Magna grips with silver S&W medallions. Bore and charge holes are very good. Retains 80% blue with slight showing of bare metal at muzzle, edge wear, and handling finish loss on right frame. Grips are very good with few scratches. Action is smooth with tight lock-up. Condition is NRA Near Very Good. Modern Firearm