38 smith & wesson ctg. 6715 posts · Joined 2011. #6 · Oct 15, 2012. Welcome to the forum. CTGE has no particular value in identifying the gun. It is the abbreviation for cartridge. In this case it indicates that your gun is built to fire a 38 S&W cartridge and not a .38 Special ctg. It is a much older and less potent round and would not or should not fit in your gun.

4 Mar 2022 ... We take a look at my wife's Smith & Wesson model 15-3 or K.38 Combat Masterpiece. We go out in winter Norway to shoot this awesome classic ...

38 smith & wesson ctg. The Smith & Wesson Model 10, previously known as the Smith & Wesson .38 Hand Ejector Model of 1899, the Smith & Wesson Military & Police or the Smith & Wesson Victory Model, is a K-frame revolver of worldwide popularity. In production since 1899, the Model 10 is a six-shot, .38 Special, double-action revolver with fixed sights.

Smith & Wesson 22 Long Rifle "CTG". 6,661. I have a Smith & Wesson 22 Long Rifle "CTG", Serial #K 88293. This gun has plastic grips that looks like they are factory installed, but they cover half of the logo on the right side, as if you are aiming it. This gun was found hidden in the stairwell of an abandon house we were taring down 25 years ago.

The M&P BODYGUARD BG38 delivers the optimal combination of accuracy and simplicity for personal protection needs. With its lightweight design, the M&P BODYGUARD BG38 allows for discreet carry and its hammerless design provides a snag-free presentation. The five-shot revolver features a short 1.875-inch barrel, which contributes to a compact ...By working together, the S&W lightweight J-Frame has been dubbed the “Ultimate Carry” (UC). It’s chambered in either a five-shot .38 Special (models 642 or 442) or six-shot .32 H&R (models 632 or 432). The guns come in a silver or black nitride finish. The entire project went from possibility to reality in just over a year’s time span.

A SMITH AND WESSON MODEL 38 AIRWEIGHT pistol is currently worth an average price of $547.08 new and $483.41 used . The 12 month average price is $546.80 new and $431.51 used. The new value of a SMITH AND WESSON MODEL 38 AIRWEIGHT pistol has risen $0.83 dollars over the past 12 months to a price of $547.08 . The used value of a SMITH AND WESSON ... The Smith & Wesson “Victory Model“ was chambered in .38 Spl. and had a 4" barrel as made under a World War II U.S. Navy contract. It is seen here being fired by Navy cadets. In mid-1940, when ...6 posts · Joined 2024. #1 · Feb 17, 2024. .38 special CTG. Number on the swing arm is 54583 and number on the butt is 424115. 3.The gun is called a .38 Military & Police (M&P) revolver. After 1948 and the short throw action, it would become the Model 10 in 1957. K frame, square butt grips for the Model 10 will fit without problems. If you want period correct grips, you should look for "sharp shouldered magnas" (see below).Solkim Discussion starter. 1 post · Joined 2022. #1 · Apr 13, 2022. I have 38 S&W Special CTG. I need new grips and I am not sure what size frame it it is. I believe this pistol is 1959 or 1960 issued to an LAPD Officer friend of mine. Serial number is K909033. Cliff and jonesy814. Share.Technically speaking, the .38 is closer to the .36 caliber than it is to the .38 caliber, as most cartridges in the group have an actual caliber of .357 inches. The only exceptions are the .38S&W, which has a caliber of .361 inches, and the .38 Super, which has a caliber of .358 inches. The term .38 refers to the case diameter, and while some ...Keyword: smith and wesson 38; Clear all filters. Filter By Display. Sort By. All Used New All Used New Used. Good. SMITH & WESSON.38 SPL +P M&P BODYGUARD 38. $340.99.38 SPL REVOLVER 5 ROUNDS ...Remington Ammunition Remington Target 38 S&W Ammo 146 Grain Lead Round Nose. Free Shipping Eligible! $39.99. $0.800 Per Round. Rating (s) (19) Notify. 38 S&W ammo for sale at Target Sports USA. Enjoy free shipping on bulk 38 S&W ammunition for sale online.History of 38 S&W Ammo. In 1877, Smith & Wesson introduced .38 S&W (9x20mm) ammunition designed for its “First Model,” a single action, spur-triggered revolver. Introduced in the 1850s, metallic cartridge revolvers became an overnight success. Most were either large caliber guns or pocket pistols that used .22 or .32 short loads.

Aug 4, 2008 · And of all the Hand Ejectors, the finest are the N-frames. And of the N-frames, the finest was the .38 Outdoorsman. It was the most well-mannered .38 ever made. A Bitter Year. It was 1930, one of the bitterest of the Great Depression and the dawning of the Age of the Gangster. John Dillinger was honing his skills at a prison in Michigan City ... Apr 30, 2024 · 38 Smith Ave, Wanaque, NJ 07465 is currently not for sale. The -- sqft single family home is a 3 beds, 1 bath property. This home was built in null and last sold on 2024-04-30 for $450,000. I inherited a Smith & Wesson .38 ctg s/n 113403 from my great uncle. There are no scratches, dings or marks on either the metal or handgrips. Handgrips appear to be real wood. On the right hand side, underneath where Made in USA is stamped, it also has stamped Marcas Registradas and Springfield Mass. The serial number is stamped on the …

The .38 S&W case is larger in diameter than the Special, in order to accept the .360- to .361-inch diameter bullets. The Special case expands into the larger chamber, at least up to the point where the Special reamer made the cylinder the “proper” diameter. Fired cases in such a revolver are ugly and ruined.

In other words, you don't have a .38 CTG, you have a revolver chambered for the .38 S&W Special Cartridge. If you missed those, now you know & can discuss it more accurately with people. Smith & Wesson turned out thousands of revolvers with the CTG stamping as part of the caliber on the barrel, in more than one size and more than one …

8 Feb 2018 ... 38 S&W CT on the barrel. There are no export marks like "ENGLAND" or British proofs. The grips are consistent with those pistols, and all five ...38 S&W or (38 COLT NEW POLICE) 125 gr. Hard Cast FN @ 1,000 fps. 20 Round Box. ITEM 20.5A. After countless customer requests for ammunition that will make the 38 S&W cartridges lethal to humans, Buffalo Bore is delivering. There are millions of small revolvers still in circulation chambered for this cartridge and if an ammo company was to make ... The .38 S&W case is larger in diameter than the Special, in order to accept the .360- to .361-inch diameter bullets. The Special case expands into the larger chamber, at least up to the point where the Special reamer made the cylinder the “proper” diameter. Fired cases in such a revolver are ugly and ruined. As of 2014, a Smith & Wesson .357 Magnum ranges in price from $1,079 to $1,559, depending on the model of the revolver. The most expensive magnum is the Model 627 V-Comp, and the c...The .38 S&W was a popular upgrade from the more common .32 S&W Short and .32 Short Colt found in “pocket” revolvers of the time. It produced about 140 to 150 ft-lbs of muzzle energy compared to about 100 ft-lbs from the .32-caliber rounds. Current SAAMI specs call for a maximum average pressure of 14,500 psi moving a 145-grain bullet to 680 ...

SMITH & WESSON 10-7 38 SPECIAL CTG Description: Guns Listing ID: 912737 Smith & Wesson 10-7 United States Property Marked 38 Special with detailed brown leather holster. Price: $1,099.99 Manufacturer: SMITH & WESSON Model: 10-7 Caliber Info: 38 SPECIAL CTG Condition: Used - Non-Certified Barrels: 4 BARRELHe was perfect. Yes, at fourteen and a half weeks, perfect. He had his Pawpaw’s feet and already looked so much like his big brother. At first, it was confusing.... Edit ...In other words, you don't have a .38 CTG, you have a revolver chambered for the .38 S&W Special Cartridge. If you missed those, now you know & can discuss it more accurately with people. Smith & Wesson turned out thousands of revolvers with the CTG stamping as part of the caliber on the barrel, in more than one size and more than one …The bluing is intact, and the wood grip is in good shape. The cylinder is tight. There is some wear at the front of the barrel, possibly from a holster. Smith & Wesson 38 special CTG, 4\"-barrel, serial # 430430 SOLDManufacturer: SMITH & WESSON Model: .38 special ctg Caliber Info: .38 SPL Condition: Used - Non-Certified Barrels: 4 BARREL Finish ...Says 38 S&W Special CTG on the side. Sort by: Add a Comment. Acrobatic_Vehicle_55. • 1 yr. ago. It appears you have a S&W Model 1899 Military & Police/S&W .38 Hand Ejector …20972 posts · Joined 2012. #8 · Mar 19, 2024. A 3 inch model 36 with flat latch. Yep, definitely made in the 1957-62 time frame. It's probably worth at least $500-600. Psalms 144:1 Blessed be the LORD, my rock, who … Select Options. 200 Grain Long Round Nose (.361) $20.00. 30 Day Backlog. (0) Select Options. 38 Smith & Wesson. smith wesson victory 38 for sale and auction. Buy a smith wesson victory 38 online. Sell your smith wesson victory 38 for FREE today on GunsAmerica!Aug 4, 2008 · And of all the Hand Ejectors, the finest are the N-frames. And of the N-frames, the finest was the .38 Outdoorsman. It was the most well-mannered .38 ever made. A Bitter Year. It was 1930, one of the bitterest of the Great Depression and the dawning of the Age of the Gangster. John Dillinger was honing his skills at a prison in Michigan City ... History of 38 S&W Ammo. In 1877, Smith & Wesson introduced .38 S&W (9x20mm) ammunition designed for its “First Model,” a single action, spur-triggered revolver. Introduced in the 1850s, metallic cartridge revolvers became an overnight success. Most were either large caliber guns or pocket pistols that used .22 or .32 short loads.38 Smith & Wesson, 145 Grain. Where To Buy. Super X. X38SWP $$. Since 1922, Super-X ammunition has provided exceptional quality and outstanding performance for all types of hunters and shooters who rely on its time-proven dependability backed by legendary excellence. Usage: Brand: Super X. Rounds per box: 50. Rounds per case: 500. 38 S&W Ammo. 38 S&W ammo is a common round developed in the late 1870's and still used by revolver shooters today. While 38 Smith and Wesson is still in use, no common commercial firearms manufacturers are producing revolvers in this caliber and ammunition is very rare as well. Look for 38 S&W ammo for sale from Fiocchi when we can get it as ... SMITH & WESSON 38 Special CTG .38 SPL Description: Guns Listing ID: 1210316 EXCELLENT REVOLVER IN VERY GOOD CONDITION SOLD Manufacturer: SMITH & WESSON Model: 38 Special CTG Caliber Info:.38 SPL Condition: Used - Non-Certified Barrels: 4.5 BARREL Finish: BLACK . See all listings by Guns Dot Com Print this listing. Find 38 Smith & Wesson Reloading Dies, and 38 Smith & Wesson Die Sets for sale here: Get the right 38 Smith & Wesson Die or 38 Smith & Wesson Die Set for your press here at Midsouth. We have 38 Smith & Wesson dies for sale, from great brands like Forster, Hornady, Lee, Lyman, RCBS, and Redding Reloading Products. With its lightweight design, the M&P BODYGUARD BG38 allows for discreet carry and its hammerless design provides a snag-free presentation. The five-shot revolver features a short 1.875-inch barrel, which contributes to a compact overall length of 6.6 inches and an empty weight of 14.2 ounces. Lightweight and simple to use – nothing protects ... November 11, 2011 - 10:56 pm. Steve CT said: Always fun to see how many people list a DW with "CTG" on auctions, believing it is part of a Model #. I agree. You know...Colt also uses (used) "CTG" on many of their DA revolvers too, yet I rarely see someone try to pass it off as part of the model. I guess Colt has enough other names roll …25 Jan 2013 ... What a classic! This mid-size S&W frame and caliber has been around well over a hundred years. It's still a great caliber and firearm.Webley’s answer in 1922 was to replace the 148-grain bullet in a .38 S&W revolver’s cylinder a with similarly shaped 200-grain bullet, thus creating the .38/200 cartridge. The new cartridge ...Even today the “.38/44” designation causes some confusion. It simply means a .38 built on the large .44 Hand Ejector frame. Muddying the waters a bit is the fact that there had been another, entirely different S&W “.38-44” several years before: a top-break target revolver chambered for a unique .38-caliber cartridge, in which the bullet was completely enclosed within the case, which ...

Apr 30, 2024 · 38 Smith Ave, Haskell, NJ 07420 is currently not for sale. The -- sqft single family home is a 3 beds, 1 bath property. This home was built in 1949 and last sold on 2024-04-30 for $450,000. 11 Dec 2020 ... Smith Wesson 38 Special Atışları: -Mühimmat: Seller Bellot 38 Special 158 grain ÖNEMLİ AÇIKLAMA: Bu video bilgi ve eğlence amaçlı ...Smith & Wesson .38 Special CTG. Description: Born in 1934, this "pre-10" .38 special is a beautiful example of a gun that's "been there" but still funtions perfectly and retains her stately beauty. The faux pearl grips …As of 2014, a Smith & Wesson .357 Magnum ranges in price from $1,079 to $1,559, depending on the model of the revolver. The most expensive magnum is the Model 627 V-Comp, and the c...It has a 4 inch barrel and the number 317933 stamped on the butt of the handle and the bottom of the barrel. The right side of the barrel has "38 S&W Special CTG" stamped on it. The top of the barrel has patent dates ending on Dec. 29, 1914. When you open the cylinder to load it there is 18832 stamped on the body of the gun and on the …28 Dec 2017 ... ... and the second line "patented Feb 6, 06. Sept 14, 09. Dec 29, 14." The right side of the barrel says "38 S & W Special Ctg". The Smith &...The .38 S&W is a larger diameter cartridge than the .38 Special, but .38 Special (and .38 S&W) can be shot in the gun since the cylinder chambers have been …The bluing is intact, and the wood grip is in good shape. The cylinder is tight. There is some wear at the front of the barrel, possibly from a holster. Smith & Wesson 38 special CTG, 4\"-barrel, serial # 430430 SOLDManufacturer: SMITH & WESSON Model: .38 special ctg Caliber Info: .38 SPL Condition: Used - Non-Certified Barrels: 4 BARREL Finish ...

After 1957 S&W started stamping the model in that spot, too. So please open the cylinder and look on the crane, there could be both the model (Mod 10-3, for instance) and a serial number. If nothing there, then the gun is pre '57 and the serial should be on the frame under the butt. You may have to remove the grips to see it (1 screw, very simple).So the 10-6’s combination of a comfortable grip, smooth trigger, low recoil, and the use of a heavy semi-wadcutter .38 means putting rounds on target in a hurry is a breeze. The model 10-6 is a double action revolver, meaning the trigger both cocks the hammer and releases it. That doesn’t mean you can’t cock it manually, but doing so will ...Find 38 Smith & Wesson Reloading Dies, and 38 Smith & Wesson Die Sets for sale here: Get the right 38 Smith & Wesson Die or 38 Smith & Wesson Die Set for your press here at Midsouth. We have 38 Smith & Wesson dies for sale, from great brands like Forster, Hornady, Lee, Lyman, RCBS, and Redding Reloading Products. Designed to be the utlimate lightweight, performance focused, defensive revovlers. This revolver features an upgraded internal "Endurance Package" improving both performance and durability. The sights are regulated for use with commonly available ammunition. The VZ Grips are made of G10 and were designed in collaboration with Lipsey’s and ... Age, value and all other information on my 38 Smith & Wesson special ctg. Smith & Wesson 38 special ctg Patented Feb 6, 06 Sept 14, 09 Dec 29, 14 woo... Age and value of Smith and Wesson 38 Special CTG, serial#28569. About us; Contributors; Moderators; Company; Support; FAQs; Ask a question;This revolver is in .38, sports a 4 inch barrel, Hogue grips and a bobbed hammer making it double action only (DAO). Doing a …#1 · Sep 5, 2015. Hi so i have this CTG revolver and i am having a difficult time figuring out how to identify the year of it and model. Any help would …A SMITH AND WESSON MODEL 38 AIRWEIGHT pistol is currently worth an average price of $547.08 new and $483.41 used . The 12 month average price is $546.80 new and $431.51 used. The new value of a SMITH AND WESSON MODEL 38 AIRWEIGHT pistol has risen $0.83 dollars over the past 12 months to a price of $547.08 . The used value of a SMITH AND WESSON ...20972 posts · Joined 2012. #8 · Mar 19, 2024. A 3 inch model 36 with flat latch. Yep, definitely made in the 1957-62 time frame. It's probably worth at least $500-600. Psalms 144:1 Blessed be the LORD, my rock, who …Paul tests if 38sw is interchangeable with 38sp ammo.Shirts and patches from Tristar Trading Co: https://alnk.to/6bSTELxOther platforms:Rumble: https://rumbl...Solkim Discussion starter. 1 post · Joined 2022. #1 · Apr 13, 2022. I have 38 S&W Special CTG. I need new grips and I am not sure what size frame it it is. I believe this pistol is 1959 or 1960 issued to an LAPD Officer friend of mine. Serial number is K909033. Cliff and jonesy814. Share.Performance Center Edition. PERFORMANCE CENTER® MODEL 19 CARRY COMP® 2.5" BARREL. 357 MAGNUM. $ 1269. View. Since 1852 we’ve been an industry leading manufacturer of pistols, revolvers, rifles, and shooting accessories. We continue to bring innovative firearms to market that meet the needs of every shooter and deliver on exceptional quality ...Left side of barrel says Smith & Wesson 38 S&W SPC CTG. Serial # is also printed on face of cylinder and matching set of numbers D 32182 can be found were cylinder swings open. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Last edited by Calusacat; October 6, 2011 at 02:12 PM. October 6, 2011, 12:30 PM ...You've got yourself a good, solid revolver, that will provide you with some great shootin' fun. The .38 Spl. cartridge is available in target wadcutter's, all the way thru some .38 Spl. +P loads, that make it a good hunting and self defense round. I've heard of good sized whitetail deer being put down with it. Shoot it and join in on the fun!Waidmann. 7533 posts · Joined 2010. #8 · Mar 4, 2018. The give-away in that the U.S. Service Cartridge was .38 Long Colt, the shorter parent cartridge of the .38 Special. That status ended in 1909 when the .45 Colt was recalled to active duty pending the 1911 in .45 ACP. It served as a reminder the owner could in a pinch use the Colt ...Webley’s answer in 1922 was to replace the 148-grain bullet in a .38 S&W revolver’s cylinder a with similarly shaped 200-grain bullet, thus creating the .38/200 cartridge. The new cartridge ...The venerable .38 Smith & Wesson Special started life in 1898, as a longer derivative of the .38 Long Colt cartridge, which had served as America’s service cartridge since 1892, when Colt’s New Army and Navy Model revolver was adopted by the armed forces. Colt 1895 New Army revolver, in .38 Long Colt.25609 posts · Joined 2012. #2 · Dec 9, 2012. As you have identified, it is a .38 M&P model 10-5, three screw. Probably shipped between 1962 and 1967. Are you certain of the SN on the butt, as it should fall in the 1967-68 time frame. The serial number should also appear in the ejector rod flat under the barrel and on the face of the cylinder.

Thanks to the enormous surge in concealed-carry-weapon licenses, the Smith & Wesson Bodyguard series is a major league hit. Springfield’s diminutive five-shot .38 caliber revolver and .380 semi-automatic pistol have been selling like ballistic hotcakes. With Smith’s factories running full out, supplies of both guns are finally easing.

SMITH & WESSON Special CTG .38 SPL Description: Guns Listing ID: 1067265 Manufacturer: S&W Importer: S & W Model: Special CTG Type: Handgun Action Type: Revolver Caliber / Gauge: .38 Special Finish: Chrome Barrel Type: Single Grip Type: Wood Barrel Length: 5 Magazine Capacity: 6 Case included: no Condition: Used

What is a SMITH WESSON 38 Pistol Worth? A SMITH WESSON 38 pistol is currently worth an average price of $573.74 new and $522.17 used . The 12 month average price is $592.69 new and $499.85 used. The new value of a SMITH WESSON 38 pistol has risen $45.74 dollars over the past 12 months to a price of $573.74 . Winchester Ammo Super-X 38 S&W LRN 145 Grain [X38SWP] View Options. Displaying 1 to 9 (of 9 products) «. 1. ». Find 38 S&W Ammo for sale, in-stock and ready to ship at Ammo Freedom. Bulk Ammunition on sale, including 38 S&W Handgun Rounds. Moving on to the .38 Long Colt using 1.03-inch case lengths and hollowbase bullets, Suydam lists 150-grain bullets with a 19-grain powder charge. In the same book, Smith & Wesson’s first .38 is rated as having 145- to 150-grain bullets over 14 or 15 grains of black powder.It is most likely a Mosin-Nagant 1891 or 91/30. There are a ton of variations including Finnish rifles (built on Russian receivers), carbines, cavalry models etc. Manufacturer makes a difference too. Post a picture of the overall rifle, a close up of any markings on the receiver. 38 Smith & Wesson, 145 Grain. Where To Buy. Super X. X38SWP $$. Since 1922, Super-X ammunition has provided exceptional quality and outstanding performance for all types of hunters and shooters who rely on its time-proven dependability backed by legendary excellence. Usage: Brand: Super X. Rounds per box: 50. Rounds per case: 500. The used value of a SMITH WESSON 38 pistol has risen $14.14 dollars over the past 12 months to a price of $522.17 . The demand of new SMITH WESSON 38 pistol's has risen 14 units over the past 12 months. The demand of used SMITH WESSON 38 pistol's has fallen 31 units over the past 12 months. Estimated Value *Using 80% condition for calculating ...The Victory .38 was a wartime version of the original Smith and Wesson Model 10 first introduced in 1899. The gun was variously known as the S&W Military and Police or the S&W Hand Ejector. Total production exceeded six million copies. While civilian variants typically sported a deep blue finish and a variety of barrel lengths, the Victory model was bred purely for combat.Seller Description For This Firearm. Used Smith & Wesson 38 S&W Special CTG in fair condition, scuffs and scratches. 4” barrel. UPC. ECOM00339883. Caliber. .38 S&W. Finish. BLUE. Capacity.The critical trait was the shift from the long hammer throw to a shorter one. The SV prefix of the improved hammer block gave way to simply S in peacetime. The C prefix indicating the third million M&Ps began in 1948. One piece ejector rods and the 4-line engraving also came into being during the period. The Model 10 designation dates from …

costco ashland ave chicago9540 mira mesa blvdlv spacan a background check show pending charges 38 smith & wesson ctg american airlines 892 [email protected] & Mobile Support 1-888-750-8976 Domestic Sales 1-800-221-6306 International Sales 1-800-241-3891 Packages 1-800-800-9178 Representatives 1-800-323-8111 Assistance 1-404-209-3827. Available in various calibers and with three diverse hammer designs, it is no surprise that the Smith & Wesson J-Frame has become the most popular, small-frame, defense revolver on the market. The Model 642 is a variation of the Model 42 Centennial Airweight® that integrates the time-tested features of the original with modern advancements. Price.. peter and chias menu Reloading The .38 S&W/.38. For most shooters .38 means .38 Special. There is another .38 though, a contemporary of the .38 Long Colt. In 1877 Colt brought forth their first double-action sixgun, the Lightning, chambered in .38 Long Colt. That same year Smith & Wesson introduced the .38 Smith & Wesson chambered in their spur trigger revolvers ...Smith & Wesson 38 S&W SPECIAL CTG Year and Approximate Value. 76,160. I inherited a Smith and Wesson 38 S&W SPECIAL CTG, MOD 64. The Serial # is D583872. It belonged to my mother and I believe my father bought it for her in the late 60s or early 70s. For the last 30 years it has been wrapped up in a sock in a box in her closet. word finder 6 lettersspoof number free Stamped on top of the barrel. "Smith and Wesson Sprinfield Mass. USA. Patented Feb 6. 06, Sept 14. 09, Dec 29. 14." Right side of the barrel is stamped "38 S&W SPECIAL CTG". Left of the barrel is stamped "SMITH & WESSON". Under the grips on the butt of the gun is stamped "614953" which I believe is the serial number. how to get the true triple katanabongs for meth New Customers Can Take an Extra 30% off. There are a wide variety of options. Hello all, I'm a newbie and need some help. I would like to know the model, year, and value of this S&W .38 special ctg revolver with 6" barrel. The serial number on the butt of the walnut checkered grip is: K92530. From what I have read this a "K" series frame. The model number on the inside of the cylinder appears to be: U41439 with a "B ...25609 posts · Joined 2012. #2 · Dec 9, 2012. As you have identified, it is a .38 M&P model 10-5, three screw. Probably shipped between 1962 and 1967. Are you certain of the SN on the butt, as it should fall in the 1967-68 time frame. The serial number should also appear in the ejector rod flat under the barrel and on the face of the cylinder.10388 posts · Joined 2012. #5 · Nov 30, 2018. Welcome to the forum from Texas! "CTG" is just an abbreviation for "cartridge"". Your .38 Special looks to be on the cusp of when S&W started using model numbers and not names. In 57-58 timeframe all those M&_ Hand Ejectors became Model 10s.