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Smith & Wesson Model 36 Chiefs Special 3-inch

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Production data from factory records and collector research. Year ranges are approximate for pre-1968 firearms.

Years	Serial Range	Count	Factory	Country	Confidence

3-inch barrel Chiefs Special. Blued carbon steel J-Frame for duty backup or plainclothes carry.

Type: Revolver

Action: Double-Action

Caliber: .38 Special

Capacity: 5

Year introduced: 1950, USA

Weight: 19.5 oz

Overall length: 7.44"

Status: Active

Intended use: CCW, Backup