MODEL No. 1—First Model
22 Caliber, Rim fire cartridge. Patented April 3, 1855; July 5, 1859; December 18, 1860. Manufactured from November 1857 to 1860.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Frame—Square butt, made of brass nickel plated, with round side plate.
Barrel—Octagon shape, made of steel 3 3/16” long, jointed to frame at top strap, blue finish.
Cylinder—Seven chambers, not grooved.
Hammer—Jointed thumb piece to operate cylinder stop.
Stock—Plain wood, piano finish.
MODEL No. 1—Second Model
22 Caliber, Rim fire cartridge. Manufactured from 1860 to 1868. Design as First Model with the following change:
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Frame—Made of steel with irregular shape side plate.
Hammer—Solid thumb piece with lug on top to operate split spring stop.
126,430 of First and Second Models manufactured.
MODEL No. 1—Third Model
22 Caliber, Rim fire cartridge. 128,- 528 manufactured from February 1868 to 1879.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Frame—Round butt made of steel irregular shape side plate finished in blue or nickel plate.
Barrel—Round body with ribbed top of steel 3″ long jointed to frame at top strap, finished in blue or nickel.
Hammer—Solid thumb piece with lug on top to operate split spring stop.
Stock—Rosewood, piano finish.
MODEL SINGLE SHOT—First Model
22 Caliber, long rifle cartridge. 3,198 manufactured from May 1893 to 1905. These were numbered with the 38 single action revolvers. Made as an interchangeable combination revolver and Single Shot Target Pistol.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Frame—38 Single action round butt.
Barrel—Round body with ribbed top jointed to frame at bottom strap forward of guard latching to frame at bolster interlocking frame post with jointed barrel catch. Made in 6″, 8″, 10″ length for 22 caliber long rifle. 32 caliber S&W regular or gallery. 38 caliber S&W regular or gallery cartridges.
Hammer—Flanged thumb piece with solid nose.
Stock—Hard rubber, square butt, extended length.
Barrel Catch—Target, adjustable for windage or elevation.
MODEL SINGLE SHOT— Second Model
22 caliber long rifle cartridge. 4,617 manufactured from 1905 to 1909. These were made as Single Shot pistols only, not as combination. Designed as First Model with these following changes:
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Frame—38 Single Action without hand and stop slots bolster flanges removed and relief grooves cut in sides.
Barrel Catch—The windage adjustment screws were made to adjust from sides of catch against round body of leaf.
MODEL SINGLE SHOT— Third Model
22 Caliber long rifle cartridge. This model catalogued as “Perfected Target Pistol.” Manufactured starting with No. 4,618. December 1909 to date.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Frame—Modeled from the 38 Double Action Perfected revolver for Single Shot purpose only. Having solid guard with lock work cuts made to use the 32 caliber hand Ejector (Model of 1903) parts.
Barrel—The same design and lengths of barrels as used in the (First and Second model) excepting changed barrel catch cam cut made in strap without the inserted shim. Bottom strap made flat instead of circle cut with relief groove in surface.
IIammei—Regular 32 caliber H. E. with square end nose throw, adjusted to position for rim fire cartridge impact.
Stock—Walnut, checked, square butt target extended length.
Barrel Catch—Target sight leaf, adjusted for windage and elevation.
MODEL M HAND EJECTOR— First Model
22 Caliber rim fire cartridges, 22 short, 22 long, 22 long rifle (First Model). No. 1 to No. 4,575. Manufactured from February, 1902.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Frame—Side swing yoke, hand ejector, round butt, irregular shape side plate.
Barrel—Tapered, round body, solid, front sight made in 21/4″, 3″, 3½″ lengths. Threaded to screw to frame.
Cylinder—7 Chambers, grooved. Solid gas ring.
Hammer—Flanged finger piece with spring insert to operate stop.
Trigger Spring—Leaf side acting thru hand recovering trigger, operating rebound catch.
Rebound Catch—Jointed to hammer, operating between Frame and Hammer.
Frame Bolt—Operated by round button shaped thumb piece to unlock cylinder from frame rear end.
Stock—Round butt, hard rubber.
Trigger—Flanged finger piece with spring insert to operate stop.
MODEL M HAND EJECTOR— Second Model
22 Caliber, rim fire cartridges, 22 short, 22 long, 22 long rifle. No. 4,576 to No. 13,950. Manufactured August, 1906.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Designed as First Model with the following changes:
Frame—Without bolt for rear end cylinder lock.
Barrel—With locking bolt in lug with knob to draw bolt from extractor rod, at front end, also relieving center pin spring allowing it to withdraw from center pin bushing, thereby unlocking rear end. Made in 3″ and 3½ lengths only.
MODEL M HAND EJECTOR Third Model
22 Caliber, rim fire cartridge, 22 short, 22 long, 22 long rifle. Catalogued as 22 Perfected Hand Ejector. No. 12,- 951 to No. 26,154. Manufactured May, 1911.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Frame—Square butt, without bolt, made regular and target with sight leaf and slide adjusted for windage and elevation.
Cylinder—7 Chambers, grooved, solid gas ring, elongated stop slots, extractor dowel pin.
Barrel—Tapered, round body, solid front sight with front locking bolt.
Hammer—Flanged thumb piece, chafing pins, full double action throw- seat for rebound slide.
Trigger—Flanged finger piece, slotted for Hand and trigger levers. Notched for full throw double action.
Rebound Slide—Rebounding and blocking hammer, incasing coil trigger spring.
Stop—Elongated stud slot to allow trigger to catch in recovery, held in normal position with coil wire stop spring.
Stock—Plain walnut, piano finish with gold monograms.
MODEL 22/32 HAND EJECTOR
22 Caliber, rim fire cartridge, 22 short, 22 long, 22 long rifle. Catalogued as 22/32 Heavy Frame Target Revolver. Manufactured from June, 1911 to date. These revolvers were numbered in with the 32 caliber Hand Ejector model of 1903.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Frame—Modeled from 32 caliber Hand Ejector model of 1903. Made as Target Revolver only. Cut for target sight leaf. Hammer face cut parallel to bolster allowing space for firing pin bushing insert—located to strike rim fire cartridges on top. Tang cut near butt to make shoulder for extended square butt wood stocks. Finished in blue only.
Barrel—Tapered round body target front sight, front locking bolt lug. Made in the 6″ lengths only.
Cylinder—Six chambers, grooved, inserted gas ring, extractor dowel pins.
Hammer—Straight sides, flat face, without nose.
Stock—Checked walnut. Square butt, extended length or 22 Single Shot Perfected model Target stocks.
Sight Leaf—First 1,000 required slide with round body or bead for flat face adjusting windage screw. Second model changed to flat slide dovetail shape lug for pointed adjusting windage screw. First model elevating screw split and screwed into frame. Second model elevating screw flanged head screwed into leaf T slot in frame to receive head.
MODEL NO. 2—Old Model
32 Caliber, rim fire cartridge. 76,502 manufactured from June, 1861 - 1874.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Frame—Square butt made of steel, irregular shape side plate, solid straight guard for single action trigger, finished in blue and nickel.
Barrel—Octagon shape with ribbed top jointed to frame at top strap latching to frame at bottom strap. Rammer pin extractor. Front sight driven in not pinned, made of steel 5″ and 6” lengths, finished in blue nickel.
Cylinder—Plain outside dia., 6 chambers, solid ratchet without gas ring.
Hammer—Straight side thumb piece, solid rectangular shaped nose, hand pivoted to left side. Lug at top to operate split spring stop inserted in top strap of frame. Full cock notch only.
Stock—Rosewood, highly finished.
MODEL 32 RIM FIRE CARTRIDGE
1,513 manufactured by Warner in 1863. 4,486 manufactured by Pond in 1863 to 1864. 3,376 manufactured by Moore in 1863. 8,682 manufactured by Lowell in 1865 to 1872.
Note: These various named models were taken over and sold by Smith & Wesson following judgment granted them in law suits for infringements of Patent rights.
MODEL NO. 1½—Old Model
32 Caliber Rim Fire cartridge. Patented April 3, 1855; July 5, 1859. 25,224 manufactured May, 1865 to 1869.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Frame—Square butt made of steel — irregular shape, side plate, solid straight guard for single action trigger. Finish in blue or nickel.
Barrel—Octagon shape with ribbed top jointed to frame at top strap latching to frame at bottom strap. Rammer pin extractor located under side forward. Front sight driven in not pinned. Made of steel, 3J4” length, finished in blue or nickel.
Cylinder—Plain outside diameter, 5 chambers, solid ratchet, without gas ring.
Hammer—Straight side thumb piece, solid rectangular shaped nose, hand pivoted to left side. Inserted pin to operate escapement spring stop, full cock notch only.
Stop—Straight lever type inserted and pivoted in frame at bottom strap.
Stock—Rosewood, highly finished.
MODEL No. 1—New Model
32 Caliber rim fire cartridge. Patented April 3, 1855; July 5, 1859; November 21, 1866. 93,980 manufactured from January 1869 to 1875.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Frame—Round butt made of steel irregular shape side plate, solid straight guard. Finished in blue or nickel.
Barrel—Round body, ribbed top, jointed to frame at top strap. Rammer pin extractor, made 3½″ length. Finished in blue or nickel. Front sight driven not pinned.
Cylinder—5 chambers, grooved outside diameter. Solid ratchet without gas ring.
Hammer—Straight side thumb piece, solid nose with lug to operate split spring stop inserted in top strap of frame.
Stock—Rosew*ood, highly finished. MODEL No. 1—Single Action
S&W 32 Caliber center fire cartridge. Patented January 17, 24, 1865; July 11, 1865; August 24, 1869; February 20, 1877. Reissue July 25, 1871; April 20, 1875; December 18, 1877.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Frame—Round butt made of steel, irregular shape side plate, solid straight guard for single action trigger. Inserted stop plate to cover stop cut forward of guard.
Barrel—Round body with ribbed top jointed to frame at bottom strap forward, latching to frame at bolster interlocking frame post with jointed barrel catch. Base pin screwed in to body of barrel forming center bearing for cylinder. Joint slotted to receive extractor “lifter” or cam. Patented dates stamped on top rib. Front sight inserted and pinned in. Made in 3″- 3½″ and 6″ lengths, finished in blue or nickel.
Cylinder—Five chambers, grooved, with inserted gas ring, screw to free position on base pin held. Against lateral motion by lub on barrel catch. Counter bored to receive flanged extractor head with center hole made pentagon shape for stem.
Hammer—Straight side thumb piece, solid round pointed nose, hand pivot to left side, hand spring slot cut in front face to receive flat spring. Stirrup cut shaped to operate first rebounding main spring latching in half cock notch as a safety against accidental discharge. Cylinder stop actuated through trigger engaging hammer at foot. Full and half cock notches provided. Case harden finish.
Barrel Catch—First catches held in normal position by V-shaped flat spring afterwards changes to coil spring and cam.
Extractor Lifter Or Cam—First cams made with jointed catch afterwards changed to the sliding catch, a slot being cut across face of cam to receive same.
Stock—First used plain. Changed to checked rubber.
MODEL 32 DOUBLE ACTION—First Model
S&W 32 Caliber center fire cartridge. Patented January 17-24, 1865; Julv 11-18, 1865; October 24, 1869; February 20, 1877. Reissue July 25, 1871 ; April 20, 1875; December 18, 1877. No. 1 to No. 22,172. Manufactured from September, 1880.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Frame—Round butt made of steel, irregular shape side plate held in position by hammer stud nut. Guard and stop cut in bottom strap made to receive stop and V-shaped triggei spring. Tenon cuts at ends to hold bow-shaped spring guard incasing double action trigger. Finished in blue or nickel.
Barrel—Round body, ribbed top jointed to frame at bottom strap forward of guard latching to frame at bolster interlocking post with jointed barrel catch. Base pin screw into body of barrel forming cylinder bearing. Joints slotted to receive extractor cam. Patent dates stamped on top rib. Front sight inserted and pinned in. Made in 3″ length. Finished in blue or nickel.
Cylinder—Five chambers, grooved, inserted gas ring, screwed to free position on base pin held against lateral motion by lug on barrel catch. Counter-bored to receive flanged head extractor with ratchet tooth backed off using thick hand. Center hole made pentagon shape for extractor stem. Double series of stop notches with free groove extending around cylinder to accommodate action of rocker type stop.
Hammer—Flanged thumb piece, solid round pointed nose, slotted to receive plain main spring stirrup, notches cut for double action throw half and full cock position. Case hardened finish.
Trigger—Flanged finger piece pivoted to frame held in normal position by V-shaped trigger spring operating rocker stop, front sear jointed to trigger held in position with hand pivot, center distance sufficient to give required double action throw to hammer. Flat spring inserted in hand acting as combination hand and front sear spring. Lug engaging rear sear to release hammer from full cock position. Case hardened finish.
Rear Sear Spring—Flat leaf spring with lug at butt pinned to inside of frame tang.
Barrel Catch—Held in normal position by catch cam and coil spring.
Extractor Cam—Located in barrel joint automatically extracting cartridges upon opening arm. Provided with sliding catch to engage frame at joint shoulder at instance of extracting.
Stock—Hard rubber; checked with monogram at stock circle.
MODEL 32 DOUBLE ACTION— Second Model
S&W 32 Caliber center fire cartridge. Patented January 24, 1865; July 11, 1865; August 24, 1869. Reissue July 25, 1871; May 11, 1880; January 3, 1882. From 22,173 to 43,405 manufactured.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Designed as First Model with the following changes:
Barrel—Made in 3” and 3½″ lengths.
Frame—Stop slot and groove cut to use spring stop to replace rocker type.
Cylinder—Grooves lengthened, rocker stop, freeing cuts and notches removed.
Hammer—Shape at half cock notch changed engaging rear sear to operate spring stop.
Trigger—Slotted to receive extended arm of rear sear and spring stop.
Rear Sear—With extended arm to engage spring stop.
MODEL 32 DOUBLE ACTION— Third Model
32 Caliber center fire cartridge. From 43,406 to 327,641 manufactured, discontinued in 1919.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Designed as Second Model with the following changes:
Barrel—Made 3″ - 3½″ and 6″ lengths,
Trigger—Side walls made to cover exposed action of rear sear and stop.
Guard—Shape of bow changed to conform with trigger finger piece, side walls at trigger cut extended to cover exposed action of rear sear.
Stop and Rear Sear—Changed at point of engagement making them more compact, being fully incased in trigger slot.
MODEL 32 SAFETY—
First Model
S&W 32 Caliber center fire cartridges. Catalogued as, “Safety Hammerless,” “New Departure.” Patented February 20, 1877; December 18, 1877; May 11, 1880; September 11, 1883; October 2, 1883; August 4, 1885. From No. 1 to 91,417 manufactured from February, 1888 to September, 1900.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Frame—Round butt, irregular shape side plate inserted from left hand side, held in with Hammer stud nut and plate screw, solid wall over hammer cut completely inclosing hammer. Guard, trigger and stop slot cuts in bottom strap made to receive V-shape trigger spring, trigger and stop, tenon cuts at ends to hold bow shaped spring guard incasing double action trigger. Back strap of tang cut to receive safety lever, slot through tang for lever to engage safety latch. Frame post made flush with bolster face back circle swung from barrel joint hold with notch cut, lined with hardened shim to latch barrel catch, post extending through barrel strap forming rear sight.
Barrel—Round body ribbed top, jointed to frame at bottom strap forward of guard latching to frame at posts with 2 piece barrel catch. Base pin screwed into body of barrel forming cylinder bearing. Strap slotted to receive frame post two piece catch held together by screw pinned to barrel rear of post slot. Strap slotted forward of post cut to receive cylinder hook designed to hold cylinder in place on base pin. Cherry cut in strap to operate hook joint slotted to receive extractor cam. Patent dates stamped on top rib. Front sight inserted and pinned in. Made in 3” - 3½″ lengths. Finished in blue or nickel.
Cylinder—Five chambers, grooved, bushing with internal square threaded portion for base pin, pressed in extending beyond face of cylinder forming gas ring. Counter-bored to receive flanged head extractor with ratchet designed to allow hand to pass by tooth in carrying up. Center hold for extractor stem made pentagon shape.
Hammer—Straight sides round top, circle of swing without thumb piece, straight face for firing pin impact. Stirrup cut shaped to receive rebounding main spring stifrup. Single notch provided for double action throw only. V-shaped lug at bottom to operate split spring escapement for cylinder stop. Case hardened finish.
Trigger—Flanged finger piece pivoted to frame held in normal position by V-shaped trigger spring. Front sear jointed to trigger held in position with hand pivot, center distance sufficient to give requited double action throw to hammer. Flat spring inserted in hand acting as combination hand and sear spring. Trigger slotted as clearance for cylinder stop. Lug on trigger as stop to forward action stopping on pin in guard. Case hardened finish.
Safety Latch—Inserted and pinned in slot rear of hammer cut in frame held in normal or latched position by latch spring locking hammer against cocking.
Safety Lever—Jointed and pinned in place on back strap of tang at butt with an L-shaped interlocking lug engaging safety latch. Shaped to conform to the general outline contour of tang, checked to improve grip.
Latch Spring—Flat leaf spring with lug at butt pinned inside tang engaging safety latch changed to coil wire spring with No. 53,400.
Cylinder Stop — Commonly called “Grasshopper Stop” due to its length and irregular contour pinned to frame near stock circle held in normal position by flat leaf spring with lug pinned to inside tang. Operated by engaging hammer through split spring.
Split Spring—Mounted on and pinned to stop split length-wise engaging lug on hammer forcing stop down unlocking cylinder when cocking, returning through split spring when firing.
Stock — Hard rubber checked, with monogram at stock circle.
MODEL 32 SAFETY S & W— Second Model
32 Caliber Center fire cartridge. From No. 91,418 to 226,880, October, 1922 still manufactured. September 1900.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Designed as First Model with the following changes:
Frame—Post slotted to receive barrel catch jointed in barrel strap forward of post cut, back of post circle concentric with sweep of catch, top of post made flush with barrel strap.
Barrel—Strap cut to straddle frame post slotted to receive catch cam and spring, shim inserted to form rectangular pocket. (Afterwards made square without shim). Screw hole through sides of strap for catch screw as joint pivot for barrel catch. Made in 2″ and 3″ lengths. Solid front sight not inserted. Smith & Wesson Springfield, Mass., U. S. A. stamped on top of rib.
Barrel Catch—Made T-shaped, jointed in barrel strap forward of post cut, held in position by screw acting as pivot, raised lug on top of body acting as stop in lifting catch carrying rear sight slot, lug on bottom body acting as cylinder stop, angle projection forward of joint screw engaging catch cam holding catch in normal or latched position. Head shaped to conform to frame edging circle. Checked button at ends to raise catch in unlocking.
Latch Spring—Rechanged to flat leaf spring as first designed.
MODEL I HAND EJECTOR— First Model
32 Caliber center fire cartridge. 32 caliber Smith & Wesson. 32 Caliber Smith & Wesson long. No. 1 to 19,- 712 manufactured from March, 1896. Patented July 1, 1884; April 9, 1889; March 27, 1894; May 29, 1894; May 21, 1895; July 16, 1895.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Frame—Round butt, irregular shape side plate inserted from right side held in place with three small head plate screws (after 1,000 manufactured a large head screw added to hold plate at hammer cut) large S&W monogram stamped on side plate. Side swing yoke jointed to frame forward of guard held in by yoke screw at stud swinging out to the left carrying cylinder on arm. Top strap cut to receive split spring stop (after 1,000 manufactured blind dowel pin screw inserted from end of stop cut to hold barrel in place). Frame threaded to receive barrel at top strap. Front end of strap shaped to match ribbed top barrel. Solid guard, bloster flang crimped on left side to engage center pin. Frame lug inserted in left side lower strap as buttment for cylinder in extracting shells. Lock work cuts sand blasted. Finished in blue or nickel.
Barrel—Tapered round body, ribbed top, threaded to screw to frame. Front sight inserted and pinned to place. Flat boss raised from body underside to close space between barrel and extractor rod. Made in 31/4″ - 41/4″ and 6″ lengths.
Cylinder—Six chambers, grooved, inserted gas ring. Counterborcd to receive flanged head extractor with ratchet designed to allow hand to pass by tooth in carrying up. Circle cuts to receive end of extractor arms acting as dowels. Center hole made with solid key or dutchman for extractor stem. Patent dates stamped on outside dia. over chambers between grooves.
Hammer—Straight sides checked thumb piece. Round pointed nose inserted and pinned to place in slot allowing motion sufficient to result in straight thrust to primer guided by and through bolster bushing, with lug on top to operate split spring stop. Sear jointed to hammer front face held in latched or normal position with coil wire spring engaging trigger for double action throw, notch cut at foot for full cock position, slotted to receive plain main spring stirrup, bottom of foot made flat to engage rocker rebound. Made of mild cast steel, tempered, sand blast finish.
Trigger—Straight sides, slotted to receive trigger lever, hand lever and hand lever spring. Pivoted on trigger stud screwed to frame. Hand pivoted to right side engaging hand lever through moon slot in side wall. Flat face forward of stud hole engaging trigger stop cam blocking trigger action when yoke is swung open, as preventive to accidental discharge. Made of mild cast steel, tempered, sand blast finish.
Trigger Spring—Flat leaf spring with lug at butt inserted and pinned in slot inside of tang acting as combination trigger and rebounding lever spring.
Rebounding Lever—Pivoted to frame engaging hammer at foot rebounding and blocking same through action of trigger spring holding lever against face of trigger at the instance of trigger recovery.
Stop—Lever or leaf type inserted and jointed in top strap of frame held in normal position. By coil wire spring. Lug on top slotted for rear sight.
Split Spring—Screw to and mounted on stop engaging lug on hammer nose at the instance of cocking, returning through spring when firing.
Extractor Rod—Screwed to extractor extending forward of yoke carrying center pin to which the extractor knob is screwed and checked to place by pointed check screw expanding split end of center pin.
Stock—Hard rubber checked, monogram at stock circle.
MODEL I HAND EJECTOR— Model Of 1903
32 Caliber center fire cartridge. 32 Caliber Smith & Wesson. 32 Caliber Smith & Wesson long. 1 to 19,425 manufactured from January 1903. Patented April 9, 1869; March 27, 1894; May 21, 1895 ; August 4 ,1896 ; December 22, 1896; October 4, 1898; October 8, 1901 ; September 2, 1902.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Frame—Round butt, irregular shape side plate inserted from right hand side held in place with 4 plate screws, large S&W monogram stamped on side plate. Side swing yoke jointed to frame forward of guard held in by pivoted plate screw at stud swinging out to left carrying cylinder on arm. Slot cut in side wall at lock work cut for bolt extending through wall for bolt thumb piece. Frame threaded to receive barrel at top strap. Solid trigger guard. Bolster flange crimped on left side to engage center pin. Slot cut through wall at bottom cylinder cut for slop. Frame lug inserted in left side lower strap as buttment for cylinder in extracting shells. Finished in blue or nickel.
Barrel—Tapered round body. Solid front sight boss slotted to receive flat sight leaf inserted and pinned in place. Lug raised from body underside drilled to receive locking bolt acting as front lock for yoke. Patent dates stamped on top. Made in 3½″ - 41/4″ and 6″ lengths.
Cylinder—Six chambers, grooved, inserted gas ring. Counter-bored to receive extractor with ratchet designed to allow hand to pass tooth in carrying up, circle cut to receive ends of extractor arms, acting as dowels. Stop notches lined with hardened steel shims to prevent upsetting. Center hole with dutch- man for extractor stem.
Hammer—Straight sides, checked thumb piece, round pointed swivel hammer nose. Two pins driven through hammer protruding beyond surface of sides as bearings to prevent chafing of finish. Sear jointed to front face held in latched or normal position by coil wire spring. Rebound catch jointed to hammer at bottom held in normal position by coil wire spring. Slotted to receive plain main spring stirrup. Notch cut at foot for full cock position. Case hardened finish.
Trigger—Straight sides pivoted on trigger stud in frame, hand pivoted to right side carrying hand with stirrup which engaging notch in trigger spring acting as combination trigger and hand spring. Cam or hook extending from body forward of stud hole to engage cylinder stop. Case hardened finish.
Trigger Spring — Leaf side acting through hand recovering trigger engaging pin in side of rebound catch, screwed to position inside tang at butt with main spring strain screw.
Rebound Catch—Jointed to hammer operating between hammer and frame through action of trigger spring.
Bolt—Encased in slot in frame with stud extending through side carrying thumb piece, pivot at head end engaging center pin unlocking cylinder at bolster—when in forward position. Rear lug of bolt blocking hammer against cocking with cylinder unlocked also blocking acting of bolt when hammer is cocked thereby acting as a double prevention against accidental discharge.
Cylinder Stop—Pivoted on stop stud screwed in frame held in normal position through plunger and coil wire spring in body of stop. Spring plunger or latch inserted in side located to engage trigger hook, designed to operate stop upon first action of trigger pull, receding and latching under hook on trigger recovery.
Extractor Rod—Screwed to extractor extending forward of yoke having sufficient action to extract shells from cylinder. Knurled knob screwed on end as stop and butt- ment for hand ejector action.
Center Pin—Extending through center of extractor and extractor rod — locking cylinder to frame at bolster engaging locking bolt in barrel upon action of frame bolt forward through center pin unlocking cylinder from frame and barrel.
Stock—Hard rubber checked, monogram at stock circle.
MODEL I HAND EJECTOR— Model Of 1903, First Change
32 Caliber. From No. 19,426 to No. 51,- 126 manufactured.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Designed as model of 1903 with the following changes:
Trigger—Hook shape engaging cylinder stop changed to extend across face to accommodate reciprocating action of stop in latching. Chafing pin added to protect side finish.
Cylinder—Stop notches elongated to allow for action of stop in latching.
Stop—Made with elongated stud slot with notch cut across face for trigger hook in latching, held in normal or latched position by plunger and coil wire spring located in frame.
Rebound Catch—Slotted to use a roll instead of plain surface at contact point with frame to reduce friction upon recovery.
Extractor—Diameter of bushing hole for center pin reduced, making head of center pin alike diameter eliminating shoulder.
MODEL I HAND EJECTOR— Model Of 1903, Second Change
32 Caliber. From No. 51,127 to 95,500 manufactured.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Designed as First Model with the following changes:
Hammer—Nose rivet, hole through center with expanded ends for holding. Rib added at sear cut from joint to foot strengthening hammer when rebounded. Chafing bushing set in, sides replacing pins driven through. Shape at foot made to engage rounded surface of rebound slide.
Trigger—Slot through body to receive trigger lever, hand lever and hand lever spring. Moon cut or slot through side wall for hand pin engaging hand lever. Chafing bushings set in sides.
Rebound Slide—Operating upon recovery of trigger between hammer foot and frame, incasing square wire coil trigger spring. Key or feather raised from bed side operating in slot in frame to prevent slide from raising in action.
MODEL I HAND EJECTOR— Model Of 1903, Third Change
32 Caliber. From No. 95,501 to No. 96,-125 manufactured.
Designed as Second Model with the following changes:
Hammer—Shape at foot made flat with abrupt shoulder engaging rebound slide to allow greater bearing surface.
Trigger—Made with long lip engaging shortened sear for greater double action throw, full cock notch located under lip.
Rebound Slide—Made with flat surface for hammer bearing with angle shoulder. Feather or key removed from bottom surface. Patent date February 6, ‘06 stamped on plate side.
MODEL I HAND EJECTOR— Model Of 1903, Fourth Change
From No. 96,126 to No. 102,500 manufactured.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Designed as Third Model with the following changes:
Hand—Angle of throat made abrupt at point of recovery to allow time for stop to latch before hammer is released for double action fall. Hand slot in frame made to conform.
MODEL I HAND EJECTOR— Model Of 1903, Fifth Change
From No. 102,501 to No. 264,856.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Designed as Fourth Model with the following changes:
Hammer—Shape at foot forward of rebound seat made to engage notch in trigger for double action throw. Chafing bushings removed.
Trigger—Notched below full cock lip engaging hammer foot after sear action, extending double action throw.
Sear—Sear lengthened to engage trigger.
Rebound Slide—Shoulder engaging hammer made straight in place of angle shortening action of rebound, allowing greater surface of flat. Patent dates removed.
Bolt—Circle cut replacing angle cuts back of head omitting plunger screw.
Extractor—Doweled with two pins driven in cylinder instead of circle cuts at end of arms.
Extractor Rod—Knurled Knob made solid on rod with separate rod collar.
Barrel—Solid front sight. Patent dates stamped on top. Made in 31/4″- 41/4″ and 6″ lengths.
MODEL I HAND EJECTOR— Model Of 1903, Sixth Change
32 Caliber. From No. 264,857 to No. 331,319 manufactured.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Designed as fifth model with the following changes:
Cylinder—Heat treated with No. 321,- 000.
Side Plate—Slotted to receive hammer block with hole drilled in end of slot for round shank of block. Hammer block plunger hold drilled right angle to slot at hand free cut.
Trigger—Made omitting hand pin slot, hand lever pin hole, and hand lever spring hole.
Hand—Shape of back made as a cam with rounded edge to operate hammer block through plunger. Afterwards changed to flat edge with notch cut for plunger to improve assembling of plate. Angle of throat changed to improve recovery of hand over ratchet teeth. Hand pin removed, hammer block plunger spring acting in combination as hand spring.
Hammer Block—Made as leaf spring located in side plate with head projection to operate between hammer face and frame when hammer rests at rebound, being withdrawn from this normal position only through the full rearward action of trigger at the instance of firing.
MODEL I HAND EJECTOR Third Model
32 Caliber. Catalogued as “Regulation Police Model.” Manufactured from No. 331,320 to date.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Designed as model of 1903, sixth change, with the following change:
Frame—Tang shouldered at back strap to allow joint for extended square butt wood stock.
MODEL 32/20 HAND EJECTOR Winchester First Model
Ammunition—32/20 Winchester cartridge. Patented July 1, 1884; April 9, 1889; May 21, 1895; July 16, 1895; August 4, 1896; December 22, 1896; October 4, 1898. No. 1 to No. 5,311 manufactured from March 24, 1899.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Frame—Round butt, irregular shaped side plate inserted from right side held in position with four plate screws. Large S&W monogram stamped on side plate. Side swing yoke jointed to frame forward of guard held in by pivoted plate screw at stud swinging out to left side carrying cylinder on arm. Slot cur through left side wall at lock work for bolt thumb piece. Frame threaded to receive barrel at top strap. Solid trigger guard. Bolster flange crimped on left side to engage center pin. Frame lug inserted in left side lower strap as buttment for cylinder in extracting shells. Finished in blue or nickel.
Barrel—Tapered round body, threaded to screw to frame held in position by cross dowel pin through frame. Solid front sight. Flat boss raised from body under side to close space between barrel and extractor rod. Patent dates stamped on top. Cartridge stamp on left side. Made in 4″ - 5″ - 6″ - 6y2″ lengths.
Cylinder—Six chamber, grooved, inserted gas ring. Counter-bored to receive flanged head extractor with ratchet designed to allow hand to pass by tooth in carrying up. Circle cut to receive ends of extractor arms acting as dowels. Center hole made with solid key or dutchman for extractor stem. Chambered for 32-20 Winchester cartridge.
Hammer—Straight sides checked thumb piece. Round pointed nose inserted and pinned to place in slot allowing motion sufficient to result in straight thrust to primer, guided by and through bolster bushing. Sear jointed to hammer front face held in latched or normal position with coil spring engaging trigger for double action throw. Notch cut at foot for full cock position. Slotted to receive plain main spring stirrup. Bottom foot made flat to engage rocker rebound. Made of decarbonized steel, case hardened.
Trigger — Pivoted on trigger stud screwed to frame, straight sides, slotted to receive .trigger lever, hand lever and hand lever spring. Hand pivoted to right side engaging hand lever through moon slot in side wall. Cam or hook extending from body forward of stud hole to engage cylinder stop. Made of decarbonized steel, case hardened.
Trigger Spring—Flat leaf spring with lug at butt inserted and pinned in slot inside of frame tang acting as combination trigger and rebounding lever spring.
Rebound Lever—Pivoted to frame engaging hammer at foot rebounding same through action of trigger spring holding lever against face of trigger at the instance of trigger recovery.
Cylinder Stop—Pivoted on stop stud screwed in frame. Held in normal position through plunger and coil spring in body of stop. Spring plunger latch inserted in side located to engage trigger hook, designed to operate stop upon first action of trigger pull receding and latching under hook on trigger recovery.
Extractor Rod—Screwed to extractor extending forward of yoke having sufficient action to extract shells from cylinder. Knurled knob screwed to end as stop and buttment for Hand Ejector action.
Bolt—Incased in slot in frame with stud extending through side carrying thumb piece. Pivoted at head end engaging center pin located in extractor unlocking cylinder from frame at bolster. When in forward position rear lug of bolt blocks hammer against cocking with cylinder unlocked also blocking action of bolt when hammer is cocked thereby acting as a double preventive against accidental discharge.
Stock—Hard rubber checked, with monograms at stock circle. Walnut stocks checked with monograms.
MODEL 32/20 HAND EJECTOR— Winchester Second Model 1902
Ammunition 32/20 Winchester cartridge. Patented July 1, 1884; April 9, 1889; May 21, 1895; July 16, 1895; August 4, 1896; December 22, 1896; October 4, 1898. From No. 5,312 to No. 9,811 manufactured.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Designed as First Model with the following changes:
Barrel—Round lug raised from body of barrel forward of extractor rod incasing round locking bolt acting as front lock for yoke.
Extractor Rod—Dia. of body increased to allow material for hole through center incasing extended length of center pin. Knurled extractor rod knob screwed on outside of rod. Center hole beveled at throat to receive locking bolt. At the instance of the forward action of frame bolt unlocking cylinder at bolster the center pin extending through extractor and rod engaging and releasing locking bolt from rod.
Yoke—Diameter of center hole front enlarged to receive increased dia. of extractor rod.
Hammer—Two pins driven through hammer protruding beyond surface of sides as bearings to prevent chafing of finish.
Cylinder—Stop notches lined with hardened steel shims to prevent upsetting.
MODEL 32/20 HAND EJECTOR— Winchester Model 1902 First Change October, 27, 1903
Ammunition 32/20 Winchester cartridge. From 9,812 to 18,125 manufactured.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Designed as Model 1902 with the following changes:
Frame—Diameter of barrel hole enlarged to receive changed barrel thread diameter. Yoke cut changed to allow stock for barrel hole. Tang changed for square butt frames made.
Barrel—Threaded dia. increased to add strength to walls at breach. Collar raised from body at thread shoulders to compensate for increased dia. of thread.
Yoke—Thickness of wall around center hole and top angle reduced to allow stock added in frame at yoke cut for the larger barrel hole.
Stock—Round butt checked wood and rubber. Square butt checked wood only.
MODEL 32/20 HAND EJECTOR—
Winchester Model of 1905, May 1905
Ammunition 32/20 Winchester cartridge. Patented April 9, 1889 ; March 27, 1894; May 21, 1895; July 16, 1895; August 4, 1896; December 22, 1896; October 4, 1896; October 8, 1901; December 17, 1901. From 19,-
126 to 22,426 manufactured.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Designed as “Model 1902 First Change” with the following changes:
Frame—Stop cut and slot changed to allow for reciprocating action of stop. Hole drilled through frame forward of guard to stop cut to receive stop plunger, spring and screw.
Cylinder—Hook shape engaging cylinder stop changed to extend across face to function with reciprocating action of stop in latching. Chafing bushings added to protect side finish.
Extractor—Dia. of bushing hole for center pin reduced making head of center pin alike diameter elimination shoulder.
MODEL 32/20 HAND EJECTOR— Winchester Model of 1905,
First Change
Ammunition 32/20 Winchester cartridge. Patented April 9, 1889; March 27, 1894; May 21, 1895; July 16, 1895; August 4, 1896; December 22, 1896; October 4, 1898; October 8, 1901; December 17, 1901; February 6, 1906. From No. 22,427 to No. 45,- 200 manufactured.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Designed as Model 1905 with the following changes:
Frame—Lockwork cut changed to provide straight flat bearing for new rebound slide. Rebound slide stud added, located rear of slide bearing as guide and abutment for slide and trigger spring. Trigger spring boss and slot removed from inside tang.
Hammer—Shape changed at foot to engage rebound slide. Dia. of stud hole increased to allow for larger stud.
Rebound Slide—Operating upon recovery of trigger between hammer foot and frame incasing coil wire trigger spring. A key of feather raised from bed side operating in slot in frame to prevent slide from raising in action.
MODEL 32/20 HAND EJECTOR— Winchester Model of 1905 Second Change
Between No. 22,427 and No. 45,200 changes were made. The exact number or date not recorded.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Designed as Model 1905, First change, with the following changes:
Frame—Key slot for rebound slide removed.
Hammer—Rib added at sear cut from joint to foot strengthening hammer when rebounded.
Rebound Slide—Key removed from bed slide.
Extractor—Doweled with two pins driven in cylinder instead of circle cut at end of arms.
MODEL 32/20 HAND EJECTOR— Winchester Model of 1905 Third Change
Ammunition 32/20 Winchester cartridge. Patented March 27, 1894; May 21, 1895 ; August 4, 1896; December 22, 1896; October 8, 1901; December 17, 1901; February 6, 1906; September 14, 1909. From December 17, 1909 No. 45,201 to No. 65,700 manufactured.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Designed as Model 1905, Second change, with the following changes:
Hammer—Shape at foot forward of rebound seat made to engage notch in trigger for double actipn throw.
Trigger—Notched below full cock lip engaging hammer foot after sear action, extending double action throw.
Sear—Lengthened to engage trigger.
Rebound Slide — Shoulder engaging hammer made straight in place of angle shortening action of rebound allowing greater surface of flat. Patent dates removed.
Bolt—Circle cut replacing angle cuts back of head. Plunger screw omitted.
MODEL 32/20 HAND EJECTOR— Winchester Model of 1905 Fourth Change
Ammunition 32/20 Winchester cartridge. Patented October 8, 1901; December 17, 1901; February 6, 1906; September 14, 1909; December 29, 1914. From May 21, 1915 No. 65,701 to No. 127,160 July, 1924 manufactured.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Designed as Model 1905, Third Change, with the following changes:
Side Plate—Slotted to receive hammer block with hole drilled in end of slot for round shank of block, hammer block plunger hole drilled at right angle to slot at hand free cut.
Hand—Shape of back made as a cam with rounded edge to operate hammer block through plunger. Hand pin removed. Hammer block plunger spring acting in combination as hand spring.
Hammer Block—Made as leaf spring located in side plate, with head projection to operate between hammer face and frame when hammer rests at rebound, being withdrawn from this normal position only through the full rearward action of trigger at the instance of firing.
Trigger—Made omitting hand pin slot. Hand lever pin hole and hand lever spring hole chafing bushings removed.
Hammer—Chafing bushings removed.
Extractor—Made for one dowel pin, the pin nearest to spline removed.
Cylinder—Heat treated with No. 81,- 287, September 2, 1919.
Sight—Made square cut rear with flat top strap. Front sight flat top with No. 109,161, June 2, 1922.
Target—Made with front and rear tang corrugated for improved grip also furnished with corrugated trigger finger piece August 14, 1923. Furnished in square butt, blue, 6″ length only.
MODEL No. 2—First Model
Caliber single action. 38 caliber Smith & Wesson Central fire cartridges. Patented January 17-24, 1865; July 11, 1865; August 24, 1869; January 19, 1875. Reissue July 25, 1871. No. 1 to No. 24,633 manufactured as first model from March, 1876.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Frame—Round butt, irregular shape side plate inserted from left side held in position with hammer stud nut and one plate screw. Solid straight guard. Bottom strap and guard slotted to receive trigger, stop, V-shape trigger spring and stop spring. Stop plate inserted to cover lock work held in position with stop plate screw. Extractor gear catch cut located in bottom strap rear of barrel joint. Finished in blue or nickel.
Barrel—Round body ribbed top, jointed to frame at bottom strap forward of guard latching to frame at bolster interlocking frame post with jointed barrel catch. Base pin screwed into body of barrel forming straight round bearing for cylinder strap slotted forward of post cut to receive barrel catch cam and cylinder hook. Cylinder hook held in position with screw let in from top strap. Barrel slotted forward of joint to receive extractor catch acting as latch holding extractor spring plunger when released disengages cylinder from barrel. Front sight inserted and pinned in slot. Patent dates stamped on top rib. Made in 31/4″ - 4″ - 5″ lengths. Finished in blue or nickel.
Cylinder—Five chambers, grooved, inserted gas ring. Counter-bored to receive flanged head extractor with ratchet. Center hole for extractor stem made square.
Hammer—Straight side thumb piece, solid round pointed nose, slotted to receive plain main spring stirrup, hand pivoted to left side, hand spring slot cut in front face to receive flat spring. Cylinder stop actuated through trigger engaging hammer at foot. Full and half cock notches provided. Case hardened finish.
Extractor Gear—Located in barrel joint engaging round tooth rack screwed to extractor stem held against the action of barrel in opening arm by extractor gear catch.
Stock — Checked rubber with S&W monogram at stock circle.
MODEL No. 2— Second Model
38 Caliber single action. 38 caliber Smith & Wesson center fire cartridges. From No. 24,633 to No. 108,255 manufactured as second model, discontinued in 1891.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Designed as First model with the following changes:
Frame—Joint edges beveled to match sides of barrel. Extractor gear catch cut omitted.
Barrel—Joint edges at counter-bore made without raised flanges. Shape changed forward of joint omitting slot for extractor catch.
Extractor Cam—Used to replace extractor gear and rack, sliding cam catch used to replace extractor gear catch. Bolster bushing inserted at bolster for hammer nose after this model was started, number of arm not given.
38 Caliber single action. 38 caliber Smith & Wesson Central fire cartridge. Patented April 20, 1875; February 18-20, 1877; May 11, 1880. No. 1 to No. 28,107 manufactured from February 1891 to 1911.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Designed as (Second Model) with the following changes:
Frame—Bottom strap cut for bow shape guard held in position by rear tenon and guard screw let in from cylinder cut wall. Trigger spring slot cut inside tang rear of guard—cut to receive lug of leaf spring held in position with cross pin.
Barrel— Made in 31/4″ - 4″ - 5″ - 6″ lengths. Smith & Wesson, Springfield, Mass. Model of 1891 and patent dates stamped on top strap.
Hammer—Flanged and checked thumb piece. Slotted to receive rebounding main spring stirrup, rebounding hammer into rebound notch as safety against accidental discharge. Diameter of hand pivot hole reduced. Three cock notches provided, namely, rebound half cock and full cock. Case hardened finish.
Trigger — Pivoted in frame having slender bowed finger piece.
Stock—Made in hard rubber with S&W monogram at stock circle. Plain pearl with gold plated S&W monograms inserted at stock circle.
MODEL 38 CALIBER— Single Action “Mexican”
38 Caliber Smith & Wesson central fire cartridge. This model was manufactured and numbered in as 38 Single Action model of 1891. Estimated about 7,000 made for Russian trade Designed as Model of 1891 with the following changes:
Hammer—Straight sides checked thumb piece. Half cock notch omitted.
Guard—Made straight instead of bow shape inserted and held in position with guard screw.
Trigger—Straight checked finger piece.
Trigger Spring—Made lighter weight to reduce pull.
MODEL 38 CALIBER DOUBLE ACTION—First Model
Ammunition—38 Smith & Wesson center fire cartridges. Patented?—January 17-24, 1865; July 11, 1865; August 24, 1869; January 19, 1875. Reissue July 25, 1871. No. 1 to No.
25,0 manufactured from February 1880.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Frame—Round butt made of steel, curved front and straight edge, rear side plate inserted from left side cuts running across side of frame held in position with hammer stud nut. Guard and stop cuts in bottom strap made to receive stop and V-shape trigger spring. Tenon cuts at ends to hold bow shaped spring guard incasing double action trigger. Finish in blue or nickel.
Barrel—Round body ribbed top jointed to frame at bottom strap forward of guard latching to frame at bolster interlocking post with jointed barrel catch. Base pin screwed into body of barrel forming cylinder bearing. Joint slotted to receive extractor cam. Front sight inserted and pinned in position. Smith & Wesson, Springfield, Mass., U.S.A. and patent dated stamped on top rib. Made in 31/4″ length. Finished in blue or nickel.
Cylinder—Five chambers, grooved, inserted gas ring, screw to free position on base-pin held against lateral motion by lug on barrel catch. Counter-bored to receive flanged head extractor with ratchet tooth backed off using thick hand. Center hole made pentagon shape for extractor stem. Double series of stop notches with free groove extending around cylinder to accommodate action of rocker type stop.
Hammer—Flanged checked thumb piece, solid round pointed nose. Slotted to receive plain main spring stirrup. Notches cut for double action throw half and full cock positions. Case hardened finish.
Trigger—Flanged finger piece pivoted to frame held in normal position by V-shaped trigger spring operating rocker stop. Front sear jointed to trigger held in position with hand pivot, center distance sufficient to give required double action throw to hammer. Flat spring inserted in hand acting as a combination hand and front sear spring. Lug engaging rear sear to release hammer from full cock position. Case hardened finish.
Rear Sear Spring—Flat leaf spring with lug at butt pinned to inside of frame tang.
Barrel Catch—Held in normal position by catch cam and coil spring assembled in slot cuts forward of posts cut in barrel.
Extractor Cam—Located in barrel joint automatically extracting cartridges upon opening arm. Provided with sliding catch engaging frame at joint shoulder at instance of extracting shells.
Stock — Hard rubber, checked with S&W monogram at stock circle.
MODEL 38 CALIBER DOUBLE ACTION—Second Model
No. 25,000 to No. 119,000 manufactured.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Designed as First Model, with the exception of side plate and side plate cut in frame made irregular curved edges to strengthen frame side walls.
MODEL 38 CALIBER DOUBLE ACTION—Third Model
No. 119,000 to No. 322,700 manufactured.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Designed as Second Model, with the following exceptions:
Hammer—Changed location of cock notch to meet changes in rear sear.
Rear Sear—Changed location of latch notch to increase leverage thereby reducing weight of single action pull.
MODEL 38 CALIBER—
DOUBLE ACTION Fourth Model
Patented May 11, 1880; January 3, 1882; April 9, 1889. No. 322,700 to 539,300 manufactured.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Designed as Third Model with the following changes:
Barrel—Mute in 31/4″ - 4″ - 5″ - 6″ lengths. Smith & Wesson, Springfield, Mass., U. S. A. and patent dates stamped on top rib.
Hammer—Slotted at notches to receive fly inserted and pivoted on cross pin used to protect half cock notch against breakage should hammer slip from thumb in cocking.
Trigger—Slotted through body to receive extended arm of rear sear and spring stop. Side walls made to cover exposed action of rear sear and stop.
Hand—Thickness changed to allow hand to pass ratchet tooth in carrying up cylinder, extractor ratchet tooth changed to conform.
Rear Sear—With extended arm to engage spring stop.
Stop—Spring leaf type pinned in frame extended end engaging rear sear in trigger slot.
Guard—Shape of bow changed to conform with trigger finger piece. Side walls at trigger cut extended to cover exposed action of rear sear.
MODEL 38 CALIBER DOUBLE ACTION—Fifth Model
No. 539,300 to No. 554,077 manufactured. Discontinued in 1911.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Designed as Fourth Model with the following changes:
Barrel—Solid sights made from forging not inserted. Strap driller and square hole broached to receive barrel catch cam and coil spring. Smith & Wesson, Springfield, Mass., U. S. A. Stamped on top rib.
Barrel Catch—Changed at front end lug engaging cam shortened to conform with new catch cam.
Barrel Catch Cam—Made square body with spring pivot central with body.
MODEL 38 CALIBER SAFETY— First Model
Catalogued as “Safety Hammerless,” “New Departure.” Ammunition, 38 Smith & Wesson center fire cartridges. No. 1 to No. 5,000 manufactured from January, 1887. Patented February 20, 1877; December 18, 1877; May 11, 1880; September 11, 1883; October 2, 1883; August 4, 1885.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Frame—Round butt, irregular shaped side plate inserted from left side, held in position with hammer stud nut and plate screw. Solid wall over hammer cut completely inclosing hammer. Guard, Trigger and Stop slot cuts in bottom strap made to receive V-shaped trigger spring, Trigger and Stop. Tenon cuts at ends of guard cut to hold bow-shaped spring guard incasing double action Trigger. Back strap of tang cut to receive safety lever, Tang slotted to allow engagement of a safety lever with safety latch. Frame post made flush with bolster face circle of back swung from barrel joint hole. Face of post notched to latch Z bar barrel catch post extending through barrel strap forming base for rear sight. Finished in blue or nickel.
Barrel—Round body ribbed top, jointed to frame at bottom strap forward of guard latching to frame at post with Z bar barrel catch. Base pin screwed into body of barrel forming cylinder bearing. Strap slotted and cuts let in forward of post cut to receive leaf spring cylinder hook designed to hold cylinder in position on base pin also a two piece Z bar barrel catch operated from left side of strap unlatching barrel from frame post. Joints slotted to receive extractor cam. Front sight inserted and pinned in. Made 31/4″ - 4″ - 5″ lengths. Smith & Wesson, Springfield, Mass., U.S.A.
Cylinder — five chambers, grooved. Bushing with internal square threaded portion for base pin pressed in extending beyond face of cylinder forming gas ring. Counter-bored to receive flanged head extractor with ratchet designed to allow hand to pass by tooth in carrying up cylinder. Center hole for extractor made pentagon shape.
Hammer—Straight sides round top circle of swing concentric with hammer stud without thumb piece, straight face for firing pin impact. Stirrup cut shaped to receive rebounding main spring stirrup. Single notch provided for double action throw only. V-shaped lug at bottom to operate split spring escapement for cylinder stop. Case hardened finish.
Trigger—Flanged finger piece pivoted to frame held in normal position with V-shaped trigger spring. Front sear jointed to trigger held in position with hand pivot, center distance sufficient to give required double action throw to hammer. Flat spring inserted in hand acting as combination hand and sear spring. Trigger slotted as clearance for cylinder stop. Lug on trigger as stop to forward action stopping in guard. Case hardened finish.
Safety Latch—Inserted and cross pinned in slot rear of hammer cut in frame held in normal or latched position by latch spring locking hammer against cocking.
Safety Lever—Jointed and pinned in place on back strap of tang at butt with an L-shaped interlocking lug engaging safety latch. Edge shaped to conform to the general outline of tang checked to improve grip.
Latch Spring—Flat leaf spring with lug at butt inserted and cross pinned in position inside back strap of tang engaging safety latch.
Cylinder Stop — Commonly called “Grasshopper Stop” due to its length and irregular contour cross pinned to frame near stock circle held in normal position by flat leaf spring. Operated by hammer engaging split spring mounted on stop.
Split Spring—Mounted on and pinned to stop, split lengthwise engaging lug on hammer forcing stop down unlocking cylinder when cocking returning through slit spring when firing.
Stock — Hard rubber checked with monograms at stock circle.
MODEL-38 CALIBER SAFETY— Second Model
Catalogued as “Safety Hammerless,” “New Departure.” No. 5,000 to No. 42,483 manufactured. Patented February 20, 1877; December 18, 1877; May 11, 1880; September 11, 1883; October 2, 1883; August 4, 1885; February 14, 1886; April 9, 1889; June 3, 1890.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Designed as First Model with the following changes:
Frame—Shape changed rear of post adding stock to incase barrel catch lifter.
Barrel—Cut rear of post to receive barrel catch. Slotted front of post slot to receive cylinder hook. Cherry cut in top strap to operate hook.
Trigger—Shape changed forming shoulder notch as stop against forward action.
Guard—Cross pin added as stop for trigger forward action.
Barrel Catch—Inserted and cross pinned in position rear of post latching in notch cut rear of post.
Barrel Catch Lifter — Inserted and pinned in position in frame rear of post cut engaging catch, unlatching same from frame post by pressing down on checked thumb piece exposed rear of barrel strap.
Stock — Hard rubber checked with S&W monograms at stock circle. Plain pearl stocks with gold plated S&W monograms inserted at stock circle.
MODEL 38 CALIBER SAFETY— Third Model
Catalogued as “Safety Hammerless,” “New Departure.” No. 42,483 to No. 116,002 manufactured.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Designed as Second Model with the following changes:
Frame—Shape slightly changed rear of post to receive hammer stop.
Barrel—Cuts changed rear of post slot to receive two piece catch. Made 31/4 - 4″ - 5″ - 6″ lengths.
Barrel Catch—Made in two pieces screwed together consisting of catch and thumb piece. Thumb piece, checked and mounted on catch. Catch inserted and pinned in position rear of post cut in barrel latching in notch cut rear of post.
Hammer Stop—Inserted and pinned in position in frame rear of post directly beneath barrel catch and over top of hammer. Acting as stop against hammer when catch is pressed downward in opening arm engaging stop notch cut in top of hammer as a preventive against accidental discharge.
MODEL 38 CALIBER SAFETY— Fourth Model
No. 116,002 to No. 190,064 manufactured. Patented October 2, 1883; August 4, 1885; April 9, 1889.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Designed as Third Model with the following changes:
Frame—Shape changed rear of post tu match barrel catch. Back of post circle changed to a circle concentric with barrel catch pivot hole. Monogram S&W stamped on right side.
Barrel—Strap cut to straddle post, slotted to receive barrel catch, catch cam and spring. Shim insert under barrel strap to cover cam cut. “38 S&W CTG.” stamped on left side of body. Smith & Wesson, Springfield, Mass., U. S. A. with patent dates stamped on top rib.
Cylinder—Tempered steel shims inserted at top notches.
Barrel Catch—Inserted and pivoted in strap interlocking and swinging over frame post. Checked buttons raised from either side as a thumb and forefinger grip. Rear end circle shaped to conform to frame edging.
Barrel Catch Cam—Located front of catch held in contact by coil spring holding same in latched position. Made rectangular shape with spring pilot.
MODEL 38 CALIBER SAFETY— Fifth Model
No. 190,064 manufactured.
Designed as Fourth Model with the following changes:
Barrel—Solid sight made from forging not inserted. Strap drilled and square hole broached to receive barrel catch cam and coil spring. Base pin pressed and cross pinned instead of screwed to position. Smith & Wesson, Springfield, Mass., U. S. A. stamped on top rib. Smith & Wesson stamped on left side of body. “38 S&W. CTG.” stamped on right side of body.
Barrel Catch—Changed at front end lug engaging cam, shortened to conform with new catch cam.
Barrel Catch Cam—Made square body with spring pilot central with body.
Stock—Made of black walnut checked.
MODEL 38 CALIBER DOUBLE ACTION—”Perfected”
Ammunition 38 Smith & Wesson center fire cartridge. No. 1 to No. 58,398 manufactured from January 1909 to 1920. Patented August 4, 1896; December 22, 1896; October 8, 1901; February 6, 1906; September 14, 1909.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Frame—Round butt, solid trigger guard. Side plate inserted from right side held in place with four plate screws. S&W monograms stamped on left side. Frame post made flush with bolster face circle of back swung from barrel catch screw hole. Slot cut in left side wall at lock work cut for bolt thumb piece. Stop slot cut through cylinder wall at bottom strap. Finished in blue or nickel.
Barrel—Round body ribbed top jointed to frame at bottom strap forward of guard latching to frame at bolster interlocking post with jointed barrel catch. Base pin pressed and cross pinned in position in body forming cylinder bearing. Joint slotted to receive extractor cam. Solid forged front sight. Smith & Wesson, Springfield, Mass., U. S. A. and patent dates stamped on top rib. “38 S&W CTG.” stamped on left side of body. Made in 31/4″ - 4″ - 5″ - 6″ lengths.
Cylinder—Made of nickel steel. (Not heat treated). Five chambers, grooved. Center hole made with square threaded portion for base pin. Extractor bushing inserted and staked in place having round hole with dutchman. Counter-bored to receive flanged head extractor with ratchet designed to allow hand to pass by tooth in carrying up cylinder. Extractor held in position by dutchman and one dowel pin.
Center Pin—Straight round body with small flanged head extending through extractor locking cylinder with frame rear end, held in latched position by coil spring located in extractor post.
Lock Work—Designed as Model 1 32 caliber hand ejector model of 1903. Third, fourth and fifth changes.
Stock — Hard rubber, checked with S&W monograms at stock circle.
MODEL 38 HAND EJECTOR— “Military & Police” First Model
Ammunition 38 caliber long Colt U. S. Service cartridge. Patented July 1, 1884; April 9, 1889; May 21, 1895; July 16, 1895; August 4, 1896; December 22, 1896; October 4, 1898. No. 1 to No. 20,975 manufactured from March 24, 1899. 2,000 made for U.S. Navy, 1,000 made for U. S. Army, 61/4″ barrel.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Frame—Round butt irregular shaped side plate inserted from right side held in position with four plate screws. Large S&W monograms stamped on side plate. Side swing yoke jointed to frame forward of guard held in by pivoted plate screw at stud swinging out to left side carrying cylinder on arm. Slot cut through right side wall at lock work for bolt thumb piece. Frame threaded to receive barrel at top strap. Solid trigger guard. Bolster flange crimped on left side to engage center pin. Frame lug inserted in left side lower strap as butt- ment for cylinder in extracting shells. Finished in blue or nickel.
Barrel—Tapered round body, threaded to screw to frame held in position by cross dowel through frame. Solid front sight. Flat boss raised from body underside to close space between barrel and extractor rod. Patent dates stamped on top. Cartridge stamp on left side. Made in 4″ - 5″ - 6″ - 6½″ lengths.
Cylinder—Six chambers, grooved, inserted gas ring. Counter-bored to receive flanged head extractor with ratchet designed to allow hand to pass by tooth in carrying up. Circle cut to receive ends of extractor arms acting as dowels. Center hole made with solid key or dutchman for extractor stem. Chambered for 38 caliber long Colt U. S. service cartridge.
Hammer—Straight sides checked thumb piece, round pointed nose inserted and pinned to place in slot allowing motion sufficient to result in straight thrust to primer, guided by and through bolster bushing. Sear jointed to hammer front face held in latched or normal position with coil wire spring engaging trigger for double throw. Notch cut at foot for full cock position. Slotted to receive plain mainspring stirrup. Bottom of foot made flat to engage rocker rebound. Made of decarbonized steel, case hardened.
Trigger — Pivoted on trigger stud screwed to frame. Straight sides, slotted to receive trigger lever, hand lever and hand lever spring. Hand pivoted to right side engaging hand lever through moon slot in side wall. Cam or hook extending from body forward of stud hole to engage cylinder stop. Made of decarbonized steel, case hardened.
Trigger Spring—Flat leaf spring with lug at butt inserted and pinned in slot inside of frame tang acting as combination trigger and rebounding lever spring.
Rebound Lever—Pivoted to frame engaging hammer at foot rebounding same through action of trigger spring holding lever against face of trigger at the instance of trigger recovery.
Cylinder Stop—Pivoted on stop stud screwed in frame held in normal position through plunger and coil wire spring in body of stop. Spring plunger latch inserted in side located to engage trigger hook, designed to operate stop upon first action of trigger pull receding and latching under hook on trigger recovery.
Extractor Rod—Screwed to extractor extending forward of yoke having sufficient action to extract shells from cylinder. Knurled knob screwed to end as stop and butt- ment for hand ejector action.
Bolt—Incased in slot in frame with stud extending through side carrying thumb piece, pivoted at head end engaging center pin located in extractor unlocking cylinder from frame at bolster. When in forward position rear lug of bolt blocking hammer against cocking with cylinder unlocked also blocking action of bolt when hammer is cocked thereby acting as a double prevention against accidental discharge.
Stock — Hard rubber, checked with monograms at stock circle. Walnut stocks, checked without monograms.
MODEL 38 HAND EJECTOR— Military & Police, Second Model 1902
Ammunition 38 S&W Special cartridge. U. S. Service cartridge. Patented April 9, 1889; March 27, 1894; May 21, 1895; July 16, 1895; August 4, 1896; December 22, 1896; October 4, 1898; October 8, 1901; December 17, 1901. From No. 20,976 to No. 33,803 manufactured.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Designed as “First Model” with the following changes:
Barrel—Round lug raised from body of barrel forward of extractor rod, incasing round locking bolt acting as front lock for yoke.
Extractor Rod—Dia. of body increased to allow material for hole through rod incasing extended length of center pin. Knurled extractor rod knob screw on outside of rod. Center hole beveled at throat to receive locking bolt. At the instance of the forward action of frame bolt unlocking cylinder at bolster the center pin extending through extractor and rod engaging and releasing locking bolt from rod.
Yoke—Diameter of center hole front enlarged to receive increased dia. of extractor rod.
Hammer—Two pins drawn through hammer protruding beyond surface of sides as bearings to prevent chafing of finish.
Cylinder—Stop notches lined with hardened steel shims to prevent upsetting.
MODEL 38 HAND EJECTOR— Military & Police, Model 1902 First Change October 21, 1903
Ammunition 38 S&W Special cartridges. From No. 33,804 to No. 62,449 manufactured.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Designed as Model 1902 with the following changes:
Frame—Diameter of barrel hole inlarged to receive changed barrel thread diameter. Yoke cut changed to allow stock for barrel hole. Tang changed for square butt stocks. November 18, 1904, about No. 58,000. Both round and square butt frames made.
Barrel—Thread diameter increased to add strength to walls at breech. Collar raised from body diameter at thread shoulder to compensate for increased diameter of thread.
Yoke—Thickness of wall around center hole and top angle reduced to allow stock added in frame at yoke cut for the larger barrel hole.
Stock—Round butt, checked wood and rubber. Square butt, checked wood only.
MODEL 38 HAND EJECTOR— Military & Police Model 1905, May 1905
Ammunition, 38 S&W Special cartridge. Patented April 9, 1889; March 27, 1894; May 21, 1895; July 16, 1895; August 4, 1896; December 22, 1896; October 4, 1898; October 8, 1901; December 17, 1901. From No. 62,449 to No. 73,250 manufactured.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Designed as Model 1902, First change, with the following changes:
Frame—Stop cut and slot changed to allow for reciprocating action of stop. Hole drilled through frame forward of guard to stop cut to receive stop plunger, spring, and screw.
Cylinder—Stop notches elongated to allow for action of stop in latching.
Trigger—Hook shape engaging cylinder stop changed to extend across face to function with reciprocating action of stop in latching. Chafing bushings added to protect side finish.
Extractor—Diameter of bushing hole for center pin reduced, making head of center pin alike diameter eliminating shoulder.
MODEL 38 HAND EJECTOR— Military & Police, Model 1905 First Change February 1906
Ammunition, 38 S&W Special cartridge. Patented April 9, 1889; March 27, 1894; May 21, 1895; July 16, 1895; August 4, 1896; December 22, 1896; October 4, 1898; October 8, 1901; December 17, 1901 ; February 6, 1906. First and Second change combined. From No. 73,251 to No. 146, 899 manufactured.
Designed as Model 1905 with the following changes:
Frame—Lockwork cut changed to provide straight flat bearing for new rebound slide. Rebound slide stud added, located rear of slide bearing as guide and abutment for slide and trigger spring. Trigger spring boss and slot removed from inside tang.
Hammer—Shape changed at foot to engage rebound slide. Diameter of stud hole increased to allow for larger stud.
Rebound Slide—Operating upon recovery of trigger between hammer foot and frame, incasing wire coil trigger spring. A key or feather raised from bed side operating in slot in frame to prevent slide from raising in action.
MODEL 38 CALIBER HAND EJECTOR—Military & Police Model 1905, Second Change
Ammunition, 38 caliber S&W Special cartridge. Patented March 27, 1894; May 21, 1895; August 4, 1896; December 22, 1896; October 8, 1901; December 17, 1901 ; February 6, 1906.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Designed as Model 1905, First change, with the following changes:
Frame—Key slot for rebound slide removed.
Hammer—Rib added at seat cut from joint to foot strengthening hammer when rebounded.
Rebound Slides—Key removed from bed side.
Extractor—Doweled with two pins driven in cylinder instead of circle cuts at end of arm.
MODEL 38 CALIBER HAND EJECTOR—Military Police Model 1905?— Third Change, September 14, 1909.
Ammunition, 38 Caliber S&W Special cartridge. Patented March 27, 1894; May 21, 1895; August 4, 1896; December 22, 1896; October 8, 1901; December 17, 1901; February 6, 1906; September 14, 1909. From No. 146,900 to No. 241,703 manufactured.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Designed as Model 1905, second change, with the following changes:
Hammer—Shape at foot forward of rebound seat made to engage notch in trigger for double action throw.
Sear—Lengthened to engage trigger.
Rebound Slide—Shoulder engaging hammer made straight in place of angle shortening action of rebound, allowing greater surface of flat. Patent dates removed.
Extractor Rod—Knurled knob made solid on rod with separate rod collar, nickel steel.
MODEL 38 CALIBER HAND EJECTOR—
Military & Police Model 1905, Fourth Change
Ammunition, 38 caliber S&W Special cartridge. Patented October 8, 1901 ; December 17, 1901; February 6, 1906; September 14, 1909; December 29, 1914. From No. 241,704 to No. 497,509—July 1924 manufactured.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Designed as Model 1905, third change, with the following changes:
Side Plate—Slotted to receive hammer block with hole drilled in end of slot for round shank of block. Hammer block plunger hole drilled at right angle to slot at hand free cut.
Hand—Shape of back made as a cam with rounded edge to operate hammer block through plunger. Hand pin removed. Hammer block plunger spring acting in combination as hand spring.
Hammer Block—Made as leaf spring located in side plate with head projection to operate between hammer face and frame when hammer rests at rebound being withdrawn from this normal position only through the full rearward action of trigger at the instance of firing.
Trigger—Made omitting hand pin slot, hand lever pin hole, and hand lever spring hole. Chafing pin removed.
Hammer—Chafing pin removed.
Extractor—Made for one dowel pin the pin nearest to the spline removed.
Cylinder—Heat treated with No. 316,- 648.
Sight—Made square cut rear with flat top strap. Front sight flat top. No. 406,301, April 1, 1922.
Target — Made with front and rear tang corrugated for improved grip also furnished with corrugated trigger finger piece, August 14, 1923.
MODEL 38 H. E. REGULATION POLICE—First Model
Ammunition, .38 Smith & Wesson; .38 S&W Gallery. Patented February 6, 1908; September 14, 1909; December 29, 1914. Manufactured February 6, 1917. No. 1 to No. 28,465 to date July, 1924.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Designed as Model I hand ejector, 32 caliber Regulation Police with the following exceptions.
Frame—Cylinder cut enlarged at top and bottom strap to allow for increased diameter of cylinder. Side wall at cylinder cut on angle to allow clearance for cylinder in swing cut position. Hand slot changed with No. 4,801 to improve action of hand in carrying up cylinder. Finished in blue or nickel.
Cylinder—Five chambers, with smaller extractor stem to allow for larger cartridge chamber. Heat treated chrome nickel steel.
Yoke—Arm and center hole diameter reduced to receive smaller diameter center hole in cylinder.
Barrel—Made for 38 caliber in 4″ length only.
Extractor—Smaller diameter stem held in position in cylinder with dutchman and one dowel pin.
Center Pin—Straight, round body extending through extractor and rod with spring collar stopping on extractor stem end.
Extractor Rod—Screwed to extractor made to receive center pin spring.
Sight—Made square cut rear with flat top strap. Front sight flat top with No. 26,966.
Stock — Checked walnut, square butt only.
MODEL No. 3—First Model
.44 Caliber Single Action American. Ammunition, .44 S&W American, center fire cartridges. Patented July 10, 1860; January 17, 1865; February 17, 1865; July 11, 1865; August 24, 1869. There are no available rccords of dates or number manufactured.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Frame—Square butt, irregular shape side plate inserted from left side held in position with hammer stud nut and two plate screws. Bottom strap slotted to receive trigger and stop. Guard inserted in round end slot held in with two screws, forward screw through strap at cylinder cut holding stop spring, rear screw through lip of guard to frame holding flat leaf trigger spring. Extractor gear catch cut located in bottom strap rear of barrel joint 1½ diameter circle for stock shoulders. Finished in blue or nickel.
Barrel—Round body ribbed top, jointed to frame at bottom strap forward of guard latching to frame at bolster interlocking frame post with jointed barrel catch. Lug raised from body extending forward of joint incasing extractor spring and round rack. Base pin screwed into body forming straight round bearing for cylinder. Strap slotted forward of post cut to receive barrel catch flat V- spring and cylinder hook. Cylinder hook held in position with screw let in from top strap. Joint slotted to receive extractor gear engaging round rack screwed to extractor stem. Front sight inserted and pinned in slot. Patent dates stamped on top rib. Made in 8″ length. Finished in blue or nickel.
Cylinder—Six chambers, grooved, inserted gas ring. Straight diameter chamber for S&W American cartridge. Counter-bored to receive flanged head extractor with ratchet. Center hole for extractor stem made square.
Hammer—Straight side, checked thumb piece, solid round pointed nose, slotted to receive plain main spring stirrup. Hand pivoted to left side, hand spring slot cut in front face to receive flat spring. Lug raised from front face right side to operate cylinder stop. Full and half cock notches provided. Slot cut across face above nose engaging lug on barrel catch releasing catch only when hammer is at half or full cock. Case hardened finish.
Trigger—Pivoted on pin driven through frame with lip engaging hammer notches. Finger piece extending through slot into guard. Made of carbon steel, tempered.
Guard—Solid bow screwed to frame. Case hardened finish.
Stop—Bell crank type engaging cylinder through bottom strap spring arm extending at right angle to body engaging lug on hammer face.
Stock—Square butt, plain walnut.
MODEL No. 3 .44 SINGLE ACTION—Turkish Model
Ammunition .44 Caliber Turkish Rim fire cartridge. Patented July 10, 1860; January 17, 1865; February 17, 1865; July 11, 1865; August 24, 1869. 5,461 manufactured, no available dates. December, 1879.
Designed as American Model with the following exceptions:
Frame—Hammer nose hole made rectangular in shape, located to use rim fire cartridge.
Hammer—Nose shape made rectangular for rim fire cartridge. Barrel catch locking slot omitted.
Barrel—Made in length.
MODEL No. 3 .44 CALIBER SINGLE ACTION AMERICAN Second Model
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Designed as First Model with the following changes:
Hammer—The cut across face above hammer nose for barrel catch lock omitted.
Barrel Catch—Locking lug extending from body engaging hammer removed.
MODEL No. 3 .44 CALIBER SINGLE ACTION RUSSIAN First Model
Ammunition, .44 S&W Russian cartridge. Patented July 10, 1860; January 17, 1865; February 17, 1865; July 11, 1865; August 24, 1869. From No. 1 to No. 215,704 manufactured from 1870-1875.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Frame—Round butt, irregular shape, side plate inserted from left side held in position with hammer stud and two plate screws. Bottom strap slotted to receive trigger and stop. Guard inserted in round end slot held in with one screw and tenon, forward screw through strap at cylinder cut holding flat stop spring. Extractor gear catch cut located in bottom strap rear of barrel joint. Shape of frame extended at stock circle rear tang forming saw handle grip. Stock circle 1 1/32” diameter with round shoulders. Finished in blue or nickel.
Barrel—Round, tapered body, ribbed top jointed to frame at bottom strap forward of guard latching to frame at bolster interlocking frame post with jointed barrel catch. Joint counter-bore margin raised flanges flush with frame joint. Held in position with joint pivot with check screw, interlocking head. Pivot screw let in from right side. Lug raised from body extending forward of joint incasing extractor spring and round rack, slotted for extractor rod catch action as latch holding extractor spring plunger, when released disengaging cylinder from barrel. Base pin screwed into body forming straight round bearing for cylinder. Strap slotted forward of post cut to receive barrel catch, cam and coil spring with steel shim separaters from cylinder hook T slot. Cylinder hook held in position with large knurled head screw let in from top strap. Joint slotted to receive extractor gear with jointed spring catch engaging round rack screwed to extractor stem. Solid front sight. Made in 6length. Finished in blue or nickel. Stamped on top rib Russia title and number.
Cylinder—Six chambers for S&W Russian cartridge, grooved, inserted gas ring, counter-bored for flanged head extractor with ratchet. Center hole for extractor stem made square.
Hammer — Straight sides, flanged checked thumb piece. Solid round nose. Slotted to receive plain main spring stirrup. Hand pivoted to left side hand spring slot cut in front face to receive flat spring. Full and half cock notches provided. Slot cut across face above nose engaging lug on barrel catch, releasing only when hammer is at half or full cock. Case hardened finish.
Trigger—Pivoted on pin driven through frame with lip engaging hammer notches. Held in normal position by flat leaf spring pinned to inside frame tang. Notch cut across face engaging cylinder stop. Straight side finger piece extending through slot into guard. Made of carbon steel, tempered.
Guard—Solid bow shape with finger piece extension. Case hardened finish.
Stop — Lever type engaging cylinder through bottom strap lip engaging trigger.
Stock—Round butt, plain walnut.
MODEL No. 3 .44 CALIBER
SINGLE ACTION—New Model
Ammunition, .44 caliber S&W Russian .44 caliber S&W Russian gallery. .450 Webley cartridges. Patented January 17, 1865; January 24, 1865; July 11, 1865; August 24, 1869; April 20, 1875; February 20, 1877; December 18, 1877. Reissued July 25, 1871. No. 1 to No. 38,796 manufactured from 1879 to 1908.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Frame—Round butt, irregular shape side plate inserted from left side held in position with hammer stud nut and two plate screws. Bottom strap slotted to receive trigger and stop. Guard inserted in round end slot held in with one screw and tenon, forward screw through strap at cylinder cut holding flat stop spring. Stock circle diameter with square shoulders. Finished in blue or nickel.
Barrel—Round tapered body, ribbed top jointed to frame at bottom strap forward of guard latching to frame at bolster interlocking frame post with jointed barrel catch. Joint counter-bore to match level edge ears of frame joint. Held in position with joint pivot and screw pivot held from turning by dutchman made solid with head. Joint slotted to receive extractor gear with jointed spring catch, engaging round rack screwed to extractor. Lug raised from body extending forward of joint encasing extractor spring and short round rack (afterwards shortened for extractor cam hook type and extractor post). Base pin screwed into body forming straight round bearing for cylinder. Strap slotted forward of post cut to receive barrel catch cam and coil spring. Enclosed with shims let in dovetail slot flush with cylinder cut. Front sight inserted and pinned in. Made in 4″ - 5″ - 6″ - 6½″ - 7½″ - 8″ lengths. Patent dates stamped on top rib. Finished in blue or nickel. Barrels made long and short strap for 1-7/16” and 1-9/16” cylinders.
Cylinder — Six chambers, grooved, inserted gas ring screwed to free position on base pin held against lateral motion by lug on barrel catch. Counter-bored to receive flanged head extractor with ratchet. Center hole made hexagon shape for extractor stem with bushing inserted and staked in place.
Hammer — Straight sides flanged checked thumb piece, solid round nose. Slotted to receive rebounding main spring stirrup. Hand pivoted to left side hand spring slot cut in front face to receive flat spring. Full and half cock notches provided also rebound notch designed to catch and hold hammer against accidental discharge. Slot cut across face above nose engaging lug on barrel catch. Case hardened finish.
Trigger—Pivot on pin driven through frame with lip engaging hammer notches. Held in normal position by flat leaf spring pinned to inside tang. Notch cut across face engaging cylinder stop. Straight side finger piece extending through slot into guard.
Guard—Solid bow shape. Case hardened.
Stop—Lever type engaging cylinder through bottom strap, lip engaging trigger.
Extractor Catch—First modeled as gear with spring jointed catch, engaging round rack. Second change, hook type with spring jointed catch engaging extractor post. Third change, hook type with sliding cam catch engaging extractor post.
Stock — Round butt, checked rubber and walnut.
MODEL No. 3, .44 CALIBER SINGLE ACTION—”Frontier”
Ammunition, .44 Caliber Winchester rifle cartridge, Model of 1873. From No. 1 to No. 2,072 manufactured from 1885 to 1908.
Designed as .44 caliber Single Action New Model. The use of this ammunition created the need of the longer cylinder, 1-9/16”, also the long strap barrel.
Barrel—Made in 4″ - 5″ - 6½″ lengths only. Furnished with target sights if desired. Finished in blue or nickel. Black rubber or w’ood stocks.
Note: The majority of these revolvers were taken from stock and changed to use the .44 S&W Russian cartridge.
MODEL No. 3, .44 CALIBER SINGLE ACTION
Ammunition, 38 Caliber Winchester Rifle cartridge. 75 manufactured.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Designed as .44 Caliber Single Action, New Model. Long strap 6½″ barrel only.
MODEL No. 3, .32/44 SINGLE ACTION
Ammunition, 32/44 S&W Gallery and 32/44 S&W Target Cartridges. Manufactured from 1887 to 1910. 2,621 made with short strap barrel, cylinder 1-7/16” long. 299 made with long strap barrel, cylinder 1-9/16” long.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Designed as .44 Caliber Single Action, New Model.
Barrel—-6½″ length only. Target sights. Rubber and checked wood stocks.
MODEL No. 3, .38/44 SINGLE ACTION
Ammunition, 38/44 S&W Gallery and 38/44 S&W Target Cartridges. Man-
ufactured from 1887 to 1910. 1,023 made with short strap barrel, cylinder 1-7/16” long. 390 made with long strap barrel, cylinder 1-9/16” long.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Designed as .44 Caliber Single Action, New Model.
Barrel—6½ length only. Target sights. Rubber and checked wood stocks.
MODEL .320 CALIBER REPEATING RIFLE
Ammunition, .320 caliber S&W Rifle cartridge conical ball 11 grains powder. Patented January 17, 1865; January 24, 1865; July 11, 1865; August 24, 1869; April 20, 1875; February 20, 1877; December 18, 1877. Reissue July 25, 1871. From No. 1 to No. 977 manufactured September, 1880 to 1887.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Designed as .44 Caliber Single Action, New Model, with the following exceptions.
Frame—Butt slotted and rear tang drilled to provide means for fastening extension stock. Finished in blue.
Barrel—Made in two sections, screwed together jointed about 2″ forward of breach. Large circular shape boss with bead edge raised from body at at joint as butment for forearm piece also incasing short type round rack and jointed spring catch gear for extracting. Made in 16″ - 18″ - 20″ lengths. Made short strap only. Finished in blue.
Cylinder—Six straight bore chambers for .320” S&W Rifle cartridge. Length 1-7/16”.
Hammer—Made with fly pivoted on hammer stud to protect half cock notch from breakage. Adjusting screw located forward of full cock notch.
Extension Stock — Made of Circassian walnut with black rubber butt plate. Steel tang let in and screwed to fore end of stock located and fastened to revolver grip by butt lug and anchor bolt. Drilled to receive rear sight post.
Forearm Piece—Made of mottled rubber doweled and screwed to barrel forward of joint.
Sight—Open, Globe and peep sights furnished.
Stock—Mottled rubber.
MODEL .44 CALIBER DOUBLE ACTION—First Model
Ammunition, .44 Caliber S&W Russian cartridge. Patented January 17, 1865; January 24, 1865; July 11, 1865; August 24, 1869; July 25, 1871 ; December 2, 1879; May 11, 1880; May 25, 1880. No. 1 to No. 54,668 manufactured from May 1881 to 1913. 275 of this number were made for the .38 caliber Winchester Rifle cartridge. 1-9/16” length cylinder with 6½″ long strap barrel only.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Frame—Round butt, irregular shape side plate inserted from left side held in position by hammer stud nut. Bottom strap slotted to receive trigger, stop, rear sear, and V-shape trigger spring. Round end slots with tenon cuts to hold bow shape spring guard. Stock circle diameter with square shoulders. Finished in blue or nickel.
Barrel—Round body, ribbed top, jointed to frame at bottom strap forward of guard latching to frame at bolster interlocking post with jointed barrel catch. Base pin screwed into body of barrel forming cylinder bearing. Strap slotted forward of post cut to receive barrel catch, cam and coil spring inserted shim separator flush with cylinder cut. Joint slotted to receive extractor cam with sliding cam catch. Front sight inserted and pinned in slot. Patent dates stamped on top rib. Made in 4″, 5″, 6″ and 6½″ lengths, long and short straps for 1-7/16” cylinders. Finished in blue or nickel.
Cylinder—Six chambers, grooved, inserted gas ring, screwed to free position on base pin held against lateral motion by lug on barrel catch. Counter-bored to receive flanged head extractor with ratchet. Center hole made hexagon shape for extractor stem. Double series of stop notches with free grooves extending around cylinder to accommodate action of double stop.
Hammer — Flanged, checked thumb piece, solid round pointed hammer nose. Slotted to receive plain main spring stirrup. Notches cut for double action throw full and half cock positions. Case hardened finish.
Trigger—Flanged finger piece pivoted on pin driven “through frame held in normal position by V-shaped trigger spring. Front sear jointed to trigger held in position with hand pivot, center distance sufficient to give required double action throw to hammer. Flat spring inserted in hand acting as combination hand and front sear spring. Lug engaging rear sear releasing hammer from full and half cock positions. Stop pivoted in trigger below front sear joint held in latched position by coil spring and plunger inserted in trigger body. Lug raised from body forward of pivot hole holding cylinder when hammer is drawn into half cock position. Case hardened finish.
Rear Sear — Pivoted on pin driven through frame engaging hammer full and half cock notches, held in latched position by flat leaf spring pinned to inside of frame tang.
Extractor Cam—Located in barrel joint automatically extracting cartridges upon opening arm. Provided with sliding catch engaging frame at joint shoulders at instance of extracting shells.
Stock—Circle or checked rubber,
MODEL .44 CALIBER DOUBLE ACT ION—Frontier
Ammunition, .44 caliber Winchester Rifle Cartridge Bullet 200 grains. Powder 40 grains. No. 1 to No. 15,- 340 manufactured from August, 1886 to 1910.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Designed as .44 Caliber Double Action, First Model. Made only on long strap frame and barrels with 1- 9/16” cylinders.
MODEL .44 CALIBER DOUBLE ACTION — Wesson Favorite
The feature of this model was its comparative lightness. Ammunition, .44 caliber S&W Russian cartridge. These were manufactured and numbered under the same series as the first model.
Designed as .44 Caliber Double Action First Model with the following exceptions.
Frame—Grooves cut in sides of bottom strap. Lock work free cut extra deep. Inside tang cut enlarged. Hole drilled through tang at butt. Side plate free cuts extra deep.
Barrel—Body diameter reduced in size. Top strap grooved. Bevel cut on top strap extended to sear.
Cylinder—Diameter reduced from stop free cuts forward Smith & Wesson, Springfield, Mass., and patent dates stamped on outside surface over charge holes.
MODEL HAND EJECTOR— New Century
Ammunition, .44 Caliber S&W Special cartridge. .450 Caliber “Eley” .45 Caliber Colt. .455 Caliber Mark II. Patented March 27, 1894; May 21, 1895; August 4, 1896; December 22, 1896; October 8, 1901. About 20,000 manufactured from September, 1907 as follows: .44 Caliber S&W Special 13,753. 4.50 Caliber “Eley” 1,226. .45 Caliber “Colt” 21. .455 Caliber Mark II English Service 5,000.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Frame—Square butt, irregular shape side plate inserted from right side held in position with four plate screws. Side swing yoke jointed to frame forward of guard held in by pivoted plate screw at stud swinging out to left side carrying cylinder on arm. Slot cut through left side wall at lock work for bolt thumb piece. Frame threaded to receive barrel at top strap. Solid trigger guard. Frame lug inserted in left side lower strap as butment for cylinder in extracting shells. Slot cut through wall at bottom cylinder cut for stop. Stock circle diameter with square shoulders. Finished in blue or nickel.
Barrel—Tapered round body, threaded to screw to frame held in position by cross dowel pin through frame. Solid front sight. Lug raised from body underside incasing extractor rod and locking bolt. Patent dates stamped on top. Cartridge stamp on left side. Made in 4″, 5″, 6½“ and 7½″ lengths.
Cylinder—Six chambers, grooved, inserted gas ring, counter-bored to receive flanged head extractor w’ith ratchet designed to allow hand to pass by tooth in carrying up. Extractor held in position with two dowel pins. Center hole made with solid key or dutchman for round extractor stem with spline.
Hammer—Straight sides, checked thumb piece, round pointed nose inserted and .pinned to place in slot allowing motion sufficient to result in straight thrust to primer guided by and through bolster bushing. Sear jointed to hammer front face held in latched or normal position with coil wire spring, engaging trigger for double action throw. Notch cut at foot for full cock notch. Slotted to receive plain main spring stirrup. Chafing bushings inserted in sides protruding beyond surface as a protection of finish. Foot of hammer shaped to engage rebound slide. Made of decarbonized steel, case hardened.
Trigger—Pivoted on stud screwed in frame. Straight sides, slotted to receive trigger lever, hand lever and hand lever spring. Hand pivoted to right side engaging hand lever through moon slot in side wall. Lip extending from body forward of stud hole to engage cylinder stop. Chafing bushings inserted in sides. Made of decarbonized steel, case hardened.
Yoke Cam—Inserted in front face of yoke earning in locking bolt holding yoke in alignment with barrel and frame. Made of carbon steel, tempered.
Rebound Slide—Operating upon recovery of trigger between hammer foot and frame incasing coil wire trigger spring. Key or feather raised from bed side operating in slot in frame to prevent slide from raising in action. Made of carbon steel, tempered.
Stop—Made with elongated stud slot with notch cut across face engaging trigger lip in latching held in latched position by plunger and coil spring located in frame.
Locking Bolt — Located in barrel lug protruding from face of barrel at thread shoulder held in latched position by plunger and coil wire spring inserted in front end upon the action of closing yoke engaging yoke cam latching in and locking yoke to barrel, released by the forward action of frame bolt engaging locking bolt through the medium of the center pin. Made of carbon steel, tempered.
Bolt—Operating in frame slot with stud extending through side carrying checked thumb piece pivoted at head end engaging center pin located and extending through extractor and rod unlocking cylinder from bolster. When in forward position rear lug of bolt blocking hammer against cocking with cylinder unlocked also blocking action of bolt when hammer is cocked thereby acting as a double preventive against accidental discharge.
Extractor Rod—Screwed to extractor extending forward of yoke having sufficient action to extract shells from cylinder. Knurled knob screwed into front end as a stop and butment for hand ejector action.
Center Pin—Extending through center of extractor and extractor rod locking cylinder to frame at bolster engaging locking bolt in barrel. Detachable collar with D washer held in groove as spring shoulder and stop.
Stock—Checked walnut with monogram insert at stock circle.
MODEL .44 CALIBER HAND EJECTOR — Second Model
Ammunition, .44 Caliber S&W Special, .44 Caliber S&W Russian. Patented December 17, 1901; February 6, 1906; September 14, 1908. Manufactured from about No. 15,525 to date. 727 of this number were made for the .45 Caliber Colt cartridge with 6½″ barrel.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Designed as .455 Caliber Mark II with the following exceptions:
Barrel—Rifled .44 Caliber S&W Special cartridge. Stamped Smith & Wesson on left side. Stamped .44 S&W Special CTG. on right side. Made in 4″, 5″, 6″ lengths.
Cylinder—Chambered for .44 S&W Special cartridge. Heat treated with No. 16,600.
Hammer—Shape at foot forward of rebound seat made to engage notch in trigger for increased double action throw.
Stock—Checked walnut with rounded shape at stock circle.
MODEL .45 CALIBER SINGLE ACTION Schofield Patent April 1873
Ammunition, .45 caliber S&W cartridge 250 fr. bullet 30 gr. powder. Patented January 17, 1865; January 24, 1865; July 11, 1865; August 24, 1869; July 25, 1871. 6,000 manufactured for U. S. Government, from 1875.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Frame—Square butt, irregular shape side plate inserted from left side held in position with hammer stud screw barrel catch screw and plate screw. Bottom strap slotted to receive trigger and stop. Guard inserted in round end slot held in with one screw and tenon forward screw through strap at cylinder cut holding flat stop spring. Extractor cam catch located in bottom strap rear of barrel joint. Frame post flush with bolster face circle of back swing from barrel joint center. Barrel catch joint cuts let in from right and left sides of frame forward of hammer face cut below barrel strap shoulders. Barrel catch spring groove let in to side wall of lock work cut, slot cut through wall to joint seat for spring pivot. 1½″ diameter circle for stock shoulders. Finished in blue or nickel. Butts stamped U. S.
Barrel—Tapered round body ribbed top jointed to frame at bottom strap forward of guard latching to frame at bolster. Lug raised from body extending forward of joint incasing extractor post. Base pin screwed into body forming straight round bearing for cylinder. Barrel strap cuts to receive tempered steel combination latching piece and cylinder hook jointed on pivot screw at front end held in position with screw at rear slabbed to allow raising of latching piece sufficient to release cylinder from hook. Joint slotted to receive plain extractor cam. Joint counterbore margin with raised flanges flush with straight sides of frame joint. Sight freeing groove extending full length of top rib. Front sight inserted and pinned in slot. S&W Patent dates stamped on left side. Schofield Patent date stamped on right side. Made in 7″ length and short strap only. Finished in blue or nickel.
Cylinder—Six chambers, grooved, inserted gas ring. Shoulder chamber for S&W .45 caliber cartridge. Counterbored to receive flanged head extractor with ratchet. Center hole for round stem extractor with spline held with one dowel pin. Made 1-7/16” or short length only.
Hammer—Straight sides flanged checked thumb piece. Solid round pointed nose. Slotted to receive plain main spring stirrup. Hand pivoted to left side hand spring slot cut in front face to receive flat spring. Full and half cock notches provided. Clearance cut across face above nose for barrel catch. Case hardened finish.
Trigger—Pivoted on pin driven through frame, with lip engaging hammer notches. Held in normal position by flat leaf spring pinned to inside of frame tang. Notch cut across face engaging cylinder stop. Straight side finger piece extending through slot into guard. Made of carbon steel, tempered.
Guard—Solid bow shape, case hardened.
Barrel Catch—Jointed to frame to the rear of and below post pivoted on screw extended through frame. Held in latched position by U- shaped spring with pivot engaging notch cut in joint ear. Top of catch knurled. Rear sight notch and free cuts let in. Made of tempered steel, blue finish.
Stop—Lever type engaging cylinder through bottom strap lip engaging trigger.
Stock—Square butt, plain walnut.
MODEL .455 CALIBER, MARK II HAND EJECTOR—English Service
Ammunition, .455 Caliber Mark II. .455 Caliber “Colt” Cartridges. Patented October 8, 1901; December 17, 1901; February 6, 1906. Manufactured 73,650 for the English and Canadian Service. 5,000 of this number made for English Service from The New Century model of which 525 were numbered under 44 H. E. series. The New Century model was changed May 10, 1915 after the first 5,0 to correct the close condition of cartridge heads in cylinder. 59,150 for the English Service, 14,500 for the Canadian Service.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Designed as the New Century model with the following exceptions:
Frame—Distance from center hole to barrel hole increased .010”. Cylinder cut enlarged .020 stock removed from inside top and bottom strap. Cut for yoke cam omitted. Bolster flange left side crimped to cam in center pin. Butt drilled to receive swivel.
Barrel—Lug raised from body incasing extractor rod and yoke locking bolt removed, replaced with small lug raised from body forward of extractor rod for locking bolt engaging and locking extractor rod acting as front lock for yoke. Flat boss raised from underside body to close space between barrel and extractor rod. Patent dates stamped on top. Cartridge stamp on right side. Smith & Wesson on left side. Made in 6½″ length, blue finish only.
Cylinder—Distance from center hole to charge holes increased .010”. Chambered for .455 Mark II and .455 Colt cartridges.
Hammer—Shape at foot changed to flat bearing engaging rebound slide.
Extractor Rod—Knurled knob made solid on rod with separate rod collar, nickel steel.
Center Pin—Made with solid spring collar.
MODEL .45 CALIBER HAND EJECTOR—U. S. Service
Ammunition, .45 Caliber Automatic Colt. Government Model with cartridge clips. Patented December 17, 1901; February 6, 1906; September 14, 1908. From No. 1 to No. 175,000 for U. S. Government. Manufactured from October 9, 1917, continued to date.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Designed as .445 Caliber Mark II with the following exceptions:
Frame—Stamped U. S. Army Model 1917 with serial No. on butt. Finished in blue.
Barrel—Rifled for .45 Caliber, full patched 230 grain bullet S&W D. A. 45 stamped on left side. “United States Property” underside forward of locking bolt lug. Made 5½″ length only. Finished in blue.
Cylinder — Chambered with square shoulder for .45 caliber automatic cartridge. Length shortened to allow bolster space for steel cartridge clips. Cartridge resting on chamber shoulders. Heat treated with No. 1.
Hammer—Shape at foot forward of rebound seat made to engage notch in trigger for increased double action throw.
Stock — Plain walnut with rounded shape at stock circle.
MODEL .35 CALIBER— Automatic Pistol
Ammunition .35 Caliber S&W Automatic cartridge. Patented September 13, 1910; December 13, .1910; February 28, 1911; July 30, 1912; September 24, 1912. Manufactured 8,350 from May 6, 1913 to January 27, 1921.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Frame—Square butt, round end rectangular slot through tang to receive seven shot cartridge magazine, with magazine catch cuts in butt. Insert let in back of tang carrying main spring and plunger held in position with two screws, covering lock work cuts for hammer, sear, sear spring, and safety slide. Post raised from top of frame rear as guide and stop for breach bolt forming barrel joint. Frame extended forward of magazine slot bored, and slotted to receive barrel, guard, and trigger. Dovetail cuts let in from right and left sides to receive stock plates. Magazine catch let in from right side at butt operated by traverse motion of thumb piece located on butt. Safety lever cuts located in tang below trigger guard and to the right of magazine slot. Made of 3½% nickel steel. Finished in blue or nickel.
Barrel—Straight round body at caliber hole with recoil spring chamber located directly over, extending full lengths of body and strap. Strap extending to rear of butt jointed to frame post held in position by interlocking ribs and joint pivot screw. Lug raised from body at butt swinging into slot in frame held in locked position by camming action of trigger guard in closing. Solid front sight. Made in 3½″ length only. Made of nickel steel. Finished in blue or nickel.
Bolt—Rectangular shape block straddling frame post operating between top of frame and barrel strap. Bolt release catch let in from top left side engaging and releasing spring rod. Extractor let in from right hand side. Ejector located in slot at left side bottom. Lug raised from top of bolt as an abutment for bolt spring rod. Firing pin let in from rear of body held in normal position with coil wire spring and retaining cross pin. Made of 3^% nickel steel, heat treated.
Hammer—Straight sides with friction bosses raised at stud hole pivoted to frame located to operate between body of bolt and frame post, slotted to receive main spring stirrup.
Sear—Jointed to front face of hammer held in latched or cocked position by flat leaf sear spring pinned to frame. Driller for sear plunger and pin. The action of cocking the hammer raises the sear to a latched position on the tempered steel notch plate located on rear wall at magazine slot, thereby carrying sear plunger into close engagement to trigger end. Made of nickel steel, heat treated.
Trigger—Sliding type, finger piece with thin steel offset arm to left side designed to clear magazine case and engage sear. Finger piece body drilled to receive coil trigger spring and plunger, stop and retaining leaf spring and plunger, stop and retaining leaf spring punched through and raised from arm surface. Made of carbon steel, tempered.
Safety Lever — Located under trigger guard right side operating safety slide. Designed, straight flat body with corrugated trigger piece, drilled to receive spring pin and coil wire spring. Flat spring mounted on left side forcing lever to a latched position in notch upon recovery of forward action.
Safety Slide — Rectangular shape thin steel piece located in groove at right side of lock work cut in frame, lug raised from flat surface operating between frame insert and sear blocking action against accidental discharge.
Stock—Made of walnut, mounted on stock plates with S&W monograms insert.
.32 AUTOMATIC PISTOL—Manufactured between February 29, 1924 and July 9, 1937. Cartridge .32 A. C. P.
DETAIL OF DESIGN
Differences in construction:
The barrel is not hinged to the frame, as in the .35 caliber model but was placed inside a two part slide, the rear portion of which, containing the firing mechanism, could be retracted separately from the forward part, permitting a cartridge to be loaded without compressing the recoil spring, as in the .35 caliber model, a feature of the original Clement patent under which both pistols were constructed.
NOTES ON RECENT SMITH & WESSON MODELS
.35 AUTOMATIC PISTOL—Manufactured between May 6, 1913 and January 27, 1921.
.32 AUTOMATIC PISTOL—Manufactured between February 29, 1924 and July 9, 1937.
.38/44 REVOLVER — Introduced on April 1, 1930 to supply the need for a heavy-frame gun chambering .38 caliber special cartridges. Originally made as a target revolver only, the .38/44 Outdoorsman, later a service version was brought out, the .38/44 Heavy Duty in 4″, 5″ and 6½″ barrel lengths. The high-speed .38/44 S&W Special cartridge, designed in cooperation with Elmer Keith and Major W. Earl Witsil, Chief Ballistician of Remington Arms Company, and produced by Remington in 1931, was developed for this gun. It was the forerunner of all modern high-speed .38 Specials—High-Way Patrol, Super- X, High-Velocity, etc. The Smith & Wesson Magna Type Grip which distributes the recoil more evenly and makes shooting heavy caliber hand guns more comfortable was first sold in connection with the .38/44.
“.357” SMITH & WESSON MAGNUM—The highest powered hand gun ever made. The Magnum was developed for the new .357 S&W Magnum Cartridge which was produced in cooperation with Mr. Philip B. Sharpe and Mr. Merton A. Robinson, Ballistics Engineer of Winchester Repeating Arms Company, New Haven, Conn. Manufacture started in 1935—the first Magnum being presented to Mr. J. Edgar Hoover of the FBI. The Magnum required special design and materials to handle the terrific power of the .357 S&W Magnum shell, and the first guns were made up on custom order only in any barrel length from 3½″ to 83/4″. Registration certificates were issued with each Magnum until 1938. By that time, demand had become so heavy, that barrel lengths were standardized at 3½″, 5″, 6″, 6½ and 8though any length could be supplied on special order.
Among the most important Magnum users are:
The Federal Bureau of Investigation, which ordered a large quantity of 5″ Magnums shortly after the gun was introduced. These guns were equipped with the Baughman Quick-Draw Sight developed by Captain T. Frank Baughman of the FBI. Besides the 5″ guns supplied, the 3½″ Magnum also became extremely popular with FBI agents.
The Kansas City, Missouri Police Department, which adopted the 4″ Magnum as standard equipment in 1939. Its guns were also equipped with Baughman Quick-Draw Sights and had Humpback Hammers.
The Utah Highway Patrol. 6½″ Magnums adopted in 1936.
New Hampshire State Police—6” Magnums in 1937.
Mississippi Highway Patrol—5” Magnums in 1938.
U. S. Secret Service.
Indianapolis, Indiana, Police Department.
Tucson, Arizona, Police Department.
St. Joseph, Missouri, Police Department.
Wichita, Kansas, Police Department.
Butte, Montana, Police Department.
As a big-game gun, the Magnum proved highly successful, and has killed all types of North American game up to and including Moose and Alaskan Kodiak Bear. The 1938 edition of ‘‘Burning Powder” goes into this subject in considerable detail.
K-22 OUTDOORSMAN — Chambered for the .22 Long Rifle Cartridge, and manufactured from January 2, 1931. This revolver was built on the .38 Hand Ejector Frame, Model of 1905, Fourth Change, with square butt, and a flat-faced hammer with firing pin in frame, instead of the standard hammer nose design used on center-fire Smith & Wesson guns.
K-22 MASTERPIECE—Introduced in 1940, this gun is similar to the K-22 Outdoorsman, but incorporated the following improvements: 1—Short- Cocking Action. 2—Smith & Wesson Micrometer Click Sights. 3—An antibacklash feature built into the lock- work to prevent trigger travel after hammer is released.
.22/32 KIT GUN—A 4″ version of the .22/32 Target Revolver, introduced April 25, 1935. Round Butt frame. Supplied in blue or nickel finish. Round butt, Regulation Police Square Butt, or Oversize Target Stocks supplied. Most popular sights are the U. S. R. A. Pocket Revolver Front with a square-notch rear slide.
GENERAL REVISIONS IN .38 MILITARY & POLICE REVOLVER—Model 1905 — Fourth Change, April 20, 1915: The hammer block was first installed in this model. Cylinders were heat-treated from Serial Number 316648. New type square service sights were developed April 1, 1922, and installed in all service guns—beginning with serial number 406301. The new type hammer block was installed in guns after serial number 557143. Tangs on target guns grooved from August 14, 1923 on. First 2″ Military & Poljce Revolver produced in 1933.
WORLD WAR II MODELS — All variations of the Military & Police Model of 1905—Fourth Change.
During the summer of 1940, Smith & Wesson went on to war production exclusively and since that time, no guns have been produced for direct commercial sale. Two principal types of revolvers have been manufactured, and the various changes in specifications listed below apply to both types:
1. December 4, 1941—Finish changed from bright polish to brush polish.
2. January 1, 1942—Stocks changed from checkered walnut with S&W monograms to smooth uncheckered walnut without monograms.
3. January 1942—Brooching equipment installed on Barrel Job and after considerable development work on brooching cutters, a large percentage of the rifling operation was put onto the brooching machine. Hook cutters, however, continued to be used for rifling many barrels. Although barrel brooching is still in experimental stage, results so far are extremely satisfactory, and it is possible that this method will replace hook cutters entirely after the war.
4. April 10, 1942 — Finish changed from brush-polish to non-light-reflecting sandblast surface.
All wartime production had blue rather than nickel finish. Carbonia Heat Process, Black Magic Chemical Oxide Process, and Parkerizing Process were all used.
TYPES OF GUNS MADE—
1. .38 CALIBER SPECIAL “VICTORY” MODEL. This gun is almost identical to the commercial square-butt Military & Police Model, and is chambered for the .38 S&W Special cartridges. 4″ barrels are standard on the “Victory” Model, though a sizeable order with two-inch barrels was put through for the Department of Justice. Both brush-polish blue and sand-blast blue were used, and also a few sand-blast guns were Parkerized. Smooth, uncheckered stocks on the bulk of production, but early “Victory” Model revolvers had checkered stocks with monograms. All guns equipped with butt swivels. The “Victory” Model was manufactured in large quantities for: The U. S. Navy—used throughout the service and adopted as standard for all Naval Flying Personnel. The U. S. Coast Guard. The U. S. Maritime Commission. Also many thousands of these guns were distributed by the Defense Supplies Corporation to law - enforcement agencies and defense plants.
2. .38/200 BRITISH SERVICE REVOLVER—Also known as the K-200 or .38 Military & Police Model. This gun is similar to standard square-butt, Military & Police Revolver, but chambered for the Smith & Wesson .38 Regular Cartridge instead of the .38 S&W Special. The British use a 200-grain bullet similar to the .38 S&W Super Police, jacketed to conform to the Hague Convention. 5″ Barrel—Butt Swivel—Brush-Polish Blue, Bright- Polish Blue, and Sand-Blast with Blue and Parkerized finishes have been used—both smooth and checkered stocks have been installed. The 38/200 is a great favorite with the Commandoes and men in many other branches of the British Services. This gun has been in production since April 1940, and manufactured in tremendous quantities. It is undoubtedly the most extensively used military revolver ever made.