The 3-inch Model 60 offered the world's first stainless steel revolver with enough barrel length for better practical accuracy than the snub-nose configuration. It was particularly popular with detectives who needed both corrosion resistance and precise shooting capability. Type: Revolver Action: Double-Action Caliber: .38 Special Capacity: 5 Year introduced: 1965, USA Weight: 22.5 oz Overall length: 7.5" Status: Active Intended use: Duty, Carry, Plainclothes