Now you can own a piece of history with a revolver from the Smith & Wesson Classics line. The Classics bring timeless and coveted models back in production. Each model, known for its legendary performance, has been enhanced with modern advantages. Smith & Wesson Classics embody the best of both worlds.This small revolver, designed primarily for plainclothesmen and off-duty police officers, made its public debut at The International Association of Chiefs of Police conference in 1950. At the conference, the Smith & Wesson sales force asked the police chiefs to vote on a name for the new revolver. The most commonly suggested name was .38 Chief’s Special®. Designed with the needs of law enforcement officials in mind, the Chief’s Special proved to be a popular revolver for personal protection due to its size and weight. When Smith & Wesson adopted model numbers in 1957, the Chiefs Special became the Model 36. Model Model 36 Classics Caliber 38 S&W SPECIAL P Capacity 5 Length 7 Front Sight Integral Rear Sight Fixed Action Single/Double Action Grip Wood Cylinder Material Carbon Steel Barrel Material Carbon Steel Frame Material Carbon Steel Frame Finish Blue Barrel Length 1.875″ (4.8 cm) Weight 19.5 oz.
