The 3-inch barrel variant of the Model 36 Chief's Special offers a longer sight radius and marginally better velocity than the 2-inch while remaining compact enough for plainclothes carry. Less common than the 2-inch and favored by officers who wanted improved accuracy without moving to a K-frame. Type: Revolver Action: Double-Action Caliber: .38 Special Capacity: 5 Year introduced: 1950, USA Weight: 22 oz Overall length: 7.25" Status: Discontinued Intended use: concealed_carry, backup, law_enforcement