^Lot 806 Smith & Wesson 36-1 .38 Spl #19J828

'The .38 Chiefs Special' Small frame double action revolver chambered in .38 Special. Features a parkerized finish, pinned 3" barrel, non-shrouded ejector rod, serrated ramp front sight, square notched rear sight, fluted five-shot cylinder, .240" serrated trigger, .240" service hammer, three screw round-butt J frame and black rubber checkered Pachmyer grips with finger grooves. Revolver exhibits approximately 96% of the parkerized finish with tracking on the cylinder, slight muzzle wear. Action is smooth with very good lock-up, the bore is very good/bright and the grips are sound, not a great fit. The revolver does not appear to be refinished, the marking are very crisp/clear. Some sources say a parkerized is not standard but available through special order, and some military and police contracts had this finish. Comes in the original blue factory box with matching label where the finish is listed as "B".
Condition is NRA Excellent . Modern Firearm.