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Smith & Wesson
Model 10
Smith & Wesson Revolver 10 .38 Spl +P Variant-3
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Gun Dimensions Width:No Data
Length:8.875-in Height:No Data
Barrel:4-in Weight:31-oz
Variant 3 of 3
Gun Rankings
  • Power Factor (125 grain bullet)121875
  • Recoil Factor (125 grain bullet)3.85 ft-lb
  • Total Capacity6 rounds
  • ConcealabilityFair
  • Defense Factor51%
Gun Specifications
Type:Revolver
Produced:1957 - 1992
Caliber:.38 Spl +P
Action:revolving chamber
Trigger:double-action (DA/SA)
Safety:hammer block
Cylinder:6-round
Frame:blued finish carbon steel
Grip:black rubber
Sights:black blade front, fixed notch rear
Notes:Original M&P model
Manufacturer
Smith & Wesson
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Gun Value
MSRP:$814.00Used Est:$550.00
Last Update:1/27/2023
About the Gun

Now re-designed to support the .38 Special +P cartridge, the Model 10 has been in production since 1957 where it started as a .38 Special revolver. The first of S&W's numbered series, this 'K'-frame model still looks the same as the original, although it has gone through 14 engineering changes during its years of production. Starting in 1992 this 4 inch heavy barrel model with Uncle Mike's rubber grips was introduced.

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:975 ft/sec ME:264 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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User Comments

4 of 5 Stars
Model 10 S&W
By Ohenry on 03 May 2021
The standard for medium frame S&W .38 Special. Excellent build quality and finish. Easy to use, accurate and low recoil. I have version #2 with the Uncle Mikes grips. I would not mind the slab grips at all.