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Smith & Wesson
Model 36
Smith & Wesson Revolver 36 .38 Spl +P Variant-2
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Gun Dimensions Width:No Data
Length:7-in Height:No Data
Barrel:1.875-in Weight:20.4-oz
Variant 2 of 6
Gun Rankings
  • Power Factor (125 grain bullet)106625
  • Recoil Factor (125 grain bullet)4.75 ft-lb
  • Total Capacity5 rounds
  • ConcealabilityGood
  • Defense Factor49%
Gun Specifications
Type:Revolver
Produced:2008 - 2012
Caliber:.38 Spl +P
Action:revolving chamber
Trigger:double-action (DA/SA)
Safety:
Cylinder:5-round
Frame:nickel plated steel
Grip:Altamont wood
Sights:blade front, grooved rear
Notes:Chiefs Special style frame
Manufacturer
Smith & Wesson
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Gun Value
MSRP:$769.00Used Est:$600.00
Last Update:1/27/2023
About the Gun

The Model 36 (38 Chiefs Special) was produced from 1950 to 1999. This was the first snub-nosed gun to re-appear after 1945, built on a small 'J'-frame with a barrel of 2 or 3 inches and a rounded butt. A square butt option was introduced in 1952. Blued or nickel finish and checkered walnut grips were standard. Smith & Wesson re-introduced this revolver as part of their 'Classics' series in 2008.

Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge: .38 Special +P
Alias: .38 Smith & Wesson Special +P
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Ballistics for This Gun
Selected Bullet Mass:125 grains
MV:853 ft/sec ME:202 ft-lbs
About the Cartridge

In 1974, SAAMI established standards for a .38 Special cartridge with a gunpowder load that generated a higher firing pressure than the standard cartridge. Designated with a +P suffix, this cartridge has a significant, but not huge, increase in performance over the standard .38 Special cartridge.

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