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#1 · Mar 24, 2017. I have a Smith & Wesson 38 Special CTG revolver that was my grandfathers. I was told that he bought it from a local police department when they …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!Sept. 14. 09. Dec. 29. 14. ” The left of the barrel is additionally stamped “Smith & Wesson”, while the right is marked “Regulation Police . 38 S&W CTG”. These revolvers were manufactured from 1917 to 1940. Serial Number: 2981. This firearm qualifies as a Curio & Relic, and requires FFL Transfer or NICS Background Check.Mar 14, 2014 · The S&W Victory Model is the author’s choice of test guns if wanting to handload the .38 S&W to its (safe) potential. Technically, the .38 S&W bore diameter is slightly larger than that of .38 Special and .357 Magnum but in practice, components intended for the latter will work well enough. Some of these early guns were actually re-chambered ... 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 …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 …

Welcome to the forum. "CTG" is the standard abbreviation for cartridge. Several different five-shot models carried the designation "airweight." Can you post a photo of your gun and give us a partial serial number? Also, open the cylinder and see if there is a Model number designation on the frame, like MOD 37.Malta is set to reopen to most U.S. travelers on June 17, following the addition of 38 states, Washington D.C. and Puerto Rico to the country's "amber" list. Malta is set to reopen...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 ...You have what the Smith and Wesson Catalog calls a post war "S" serial range, made btw 1945 and 1948. Yours would have shipped most probably in the first half of 1947. I have you surrounded with two of my own; S818xxx, a 4" model and S944xxx, a 6" model. The 4" shipped August 1946 and the 6" shipped November 1947.Seller Description For This Firearm. i have smith & wesson gun for sale in great shape. item- i01022293. cc-IER. UPC. ECOM00228600. Caliber. .38 SPL. Finish.

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 637 is a variation of the Model 37 Chiefs Special Airweight® that integrates the time-tested features of the original with modern advancements.Seller Description For This Firearm. This firearm is from 1934 so there is some obvious wear on it. UPC. ECOM00171383. Caliber. .38 S&W. Finish. NICKEL. Capacity.Color case hardened hammer and trigger. This barrel is. marked “38 S&W Special CTG & U.S. Service CTG” on the left side. Believe it or not, this gun can be considered a “pre-five-screw four-. screw model” since the 5th frame screw was added to the basic. Hand Ejector design about 1905.Smith & Wesson 642-1 Airweight 38SPL+P Police Trade-In Hammerless Revolver with Crimson Trace Lasergrips. Online shopping from a great selection of discounted Smith …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 ...

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The Model 638 is a variation of the Model 38 Bodyguard Airweight® that integrates the time-tested features of the original with modern advancements. • Lightweight alloy frame for easy carry. • Stainless steel barrel and cylinder. • Snag-free enclosed hammer. • Rated for continuous +P Use.Inherited a "Smith & Wesson 38 S&W Special & US Service CTG'S" revolver, and would like to know the Mfg. Date and Model #, if any. Serial Number is 216xx. 1610 is on the cylinder. G2944 on "wings" of cylinder pivot (hinge), in front of cylinder. 4 screws on right side, 1 screw on left side to hold on grips, 1 screw inside (front of) edge of ... 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. Inherited a "Smith & Wesson 38 S&W Special & US Service CTG'S" revolver, and would like to know the Mfg. Date and Model #, if any. Serial Number is 216xx. 1610 is on the cylinder. G2944 on "wings" of cylinder pivot (hinge), in front of cylinder. 4 screws on right side, 1 screw on left side to hold on grips, 1 screw inside (front of) edge of ...

Shop for your Smith & Wesson Model 38 parts, accessories and schematics with Numrich Gun Parts. The store will not work correctly when cookies are disabled. ... 38 (J Frame) 38 (J Frame) Parts List. Sort by: Show Available. 0 Schematic w/ Parts List. 1 Extractor Rod. 2 Center Pin. 3 Center Pin ... Select Options. 200 Grain Long Round Nose (.361) $20.00. 30 Day Backlog. (0) Select Options. 38 Smith & Wesson. Hornady Custom .38 Special 158 Grain eXtreme Terminal Performance Centerfire Pistol Ammunition, 25, JHP (1) $39.99 (Save 34%) $26.49 $1.06/Round. Winchester USA HANDGUN .38 Special 150 grain Lead Round Nose Centerfire Pistol Ammunition, 50, LRN $35.99 (Save 21%) $28.39 $0.57/Round 5% Bonus Bucks. Smith & Wesson M442 13222 38 1 7/8 DON'T Tread ON ME Revolver. Smith & Wesson Model 10-7 Police Turn-In Revolvers .38 Spl 4" Blued Tapered Barrel - 6 Round. Surplus Good. Smith & Wesson Model 10-6 Police Turn-In Revolvers 38 Spl 4" Blued Heavy Barrel - 6 Round. Surplus Fair. View 1 photos for 38 Smith Mill Rd, New Freedom, PA 17349, a 4 bed, 4 bath, 3,763 Sq. Ft. single family home built in 2003 that was last sold on 05/12/2023. Smith and Wesson 38 special CTG value and age. Jump to Latest Follow. 39K views 20 replies 10 participants last post by Johnny1v Apr 28, 2021. P. Pietro Discussion starter. 14 posts · Joined 2017. #1 · …Smith & Wesson 38 Winchester CTG. Jump to Latest Follow 331 views 9 replies 7 participants last post by sig_230 Mar 7, 2024. J. Jerry Neilsen Discussion starter 3 posts · Joined 2024 Add to quote; Only show this user #1 · Mar 6, 2024. I’m looking for age date on a Smith & Wesson 32 Winchester CTG serial 3068. ...CTG is just letting you know it shoots the 38 special cartridge. That one was made around 1982. I have a newer version with a stainless steel barrel & cylinder Psalms 144:1 ... A forum community dedicated to Smith & Wesson firearm owners and enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about performance, gunsmithing, troubleshooting, reviews ...Hi..And Thanks in Advance to whomever replies to this post..I have a 38 S&W CTG Serial Number on buttt says S V 777016 and on top of barrel it reads "Smith & Wesson Springfield Mass USA Patented Feb 6 06 Sept 14 09 Dec 29 14. Would like to know age and value if possible. I have included pictures. Thanks, [email protected] posts · Joined 2010. #10 · Jan 25, 2024. From around 1942 there were letters V, then SV. When the war ended it became only S. The single piece ejector rod and 4-line inscription began in 1948. In 1948 as the second millionth was shipped they restarted at C1. C continued till around 1967.The Victory Model Smith and Wesson .38 Caliber Revolver. The Victory model was so named for the "V" prefix which was placed before the serial number and represented "Victory" against the Axis powers in World War II. Serial numbers for the .38 special Victory model began at about V1 in early 1942 and ran until VS811119 with a date …

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Welcome to the forum! Concur it's an M&P 1905 4th Change. The S&W Standard Catalog puts the serials 241704-700000 between 1915 and 1942. Not a lot of help. They weren't made at an even x-number per year, so extrapolating your serial in that range isn't going to be exact. If the production was relatively linear then I'd guess 1928- ish.M, these guys nailed it pretty well. My estimate is 1920-21 based on serial, grips and absence of MADE IN USA on the lower right. The B preceeding the serial on the barrel is for Blued (an N for nickel required deeper engraving and other prep work).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.Michael Janich’s well-used Smith & Wesson Airweight, wearing a custom finish and a set of Crimson Trace Lasergrips. The .38 Special surpassed it by the end of the 19th century. By the early 1900s, Browning’s .45 ACP downright walloped it. The .38 Super and .357 Magnum continued to embarrass the .38 S&W through the 1930s, but only in ways ...Wiregrassguy. 25617 posts · Joined 2012. #2 · Nov 3, 2012. You have a refinished victory model .38 S&W that has been modified to chamber .38 special cartridges. That is why SPECIAL is stamped on the right side of the barrel. S&W would have stamped .38 S&W SPCL CTG. Also, it appears that the barrel has been shortened and the front …The Smith & Wesson Model 14 Target Masterpiece and Model 15 Combat Masterpiece are by far some of Big Blue’s best old school blued steel K-Frame .38 Special goodness. These guns were from a bygone era, back when gasoline was leaded, television was the Big Three Networks, and spare ammo on a cop’s duty belt was carried in a …In these parts, $150-$200+? If it is an inheritance, that in my opinion is the greater value. The 1905 M&P 4th change was in production from 1915-1948 with approximately half produced in the war era 1939-1945. These are the most common handgun of the western world. Value is based on condition-condition-condition.Nearly one-third of millennials say managing their work, family, and personal responsibilities has become more difficult in the past five years. And nearly half—47%—are working mor...The Lockheed P-38 Lightning was one of the best-known World War II planes. Find photos, facts, and specifications for this classic fighter airplane. Advertisement During its time, ...0521922. General Manufacturer Product Information. This is an old Smith and Wesson top break .38 s&w ctg. 5 shot revolver. Those of you familiar with this style will know the …

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38 S&W CTG is a classic revolver cartridge developed by Smith Wesson in the late 1800s. It is a rimmed, and centerfire that is designed to be used in small-frame revolvers. Here …What needs to be emphasized is that 38 Smith and Wesson is a Proprietary load developed by S&W back in the 1870’s, succeeded by the S&W 38 Police Special (38 Special). 38 S&W was a black powder, then smokeless powder load designed to put out about 100 foot-lbs of energy, as opposed to ~ 300 ft-lbs for 38 special.Smith & Wesson M&P Bodyguard Gray Crimson Trace 1.875" 38 Special Revolver. $467.49. Add to Compare. (19) Smith & Wesson Model 642 Airweight Matte Silver with Crimson Trace Laser 38 Special Revolver. $686.99. Add to Compare. (13) Smith & Wesson Model 642 LS Ladysmith 38 Special Revolver. The Smith & Wesson Model 2, also referred to as the Smith & Wesson .38 Single Action, was a .38 caliber revolver produced in both single and double action by Smith & Wesson. The manufacturer's first of that caliber, its 5-shot cyclinder was chambered in .38 S&W. The single-action was produced in three varieties from 1876 through 1911, with ... You are considering a Smith & Wesson 38 Special — The Barrel is 4″ long from breech threads to crown. The barrel is in good shape with no major damage — no deep cuts, gouges or rust. The Bluing is in Good condition. The bore has some fouling but is shiny and with strong rifling, front sight is included. Pick this up today to repair or ...Push the cylinder release and tap the cylinder with a small plastic faced hammer to see if you can get it to pop loose. If these fail, get it to a gunsmith. More than likely there's some light gunpowder residue in between the ejector star and the back face of the cylinder where they meet.I have a Smith & Wesson Model Military & Police 12-2 Air Weight Revolver with a Mint,,K-frame Square Butt . 4" .38 Special Fixed Flat Latch Diamond Magnum Square Butt Stock. Made in 1961 ...Click for more info. Seller: R&G LLC. Area Code: 860. $1,099.00. COLT SAA TARGET MODEL 38 SP. 5.5" 1st GEN.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 637 is a variation of the Model 37 Chiefs Special Airweight® that integrates the time-tested features of the original with modern advancements.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 ...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: UsedFind 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. ….

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 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 ....38 S&W Ammo . Don't spend time comparing prices! The Sportsman's Guide is the only place you need to search for hard to find .38 S&W Pistol Ammo. We carry a variety of brands and bullet grains to ensure that you find exactly what you're looking for. Browse our selection of .38 Caliber Bullets and .38 S&W Ammunition today!The Victory Model Smith and Wesson .38 Caliber Revolver. The Victory model was so named for the "V" prefix which was placed before the serial number and represented "Victory" against the Axis powers in World War II. Serial numbers for the .38 special Victory model began at about V1 in early 1942 and ran until VS811119 with a date …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 ...Seller Description For This Firearm. Smith & Wesson Mod 38 Airweight 5 rounds 38 special 2" Barrel. UPC. ECOM00279278. Caliber. .38 SPL +P. Finish. BLUE. Capacity.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.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 …Father's day is celebrated on June 19th each year. Celebrate the day by sending one of these fantastic father's day messages. This Father’s Day, why not take a break from the tradi...jonesy814. 21023 posts · Joined 2012. #2 · Apr 14, 2017. I am far from an expert and may be corrected on this but i believe you have. 38 Military & Police model of 1905 4th change From between 1915 to 1925 or so. Looks like it's been nickel plated a some point in its life. 38 smith & wesson ctg, 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. , 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 ... , Since Smith & Wesson was very adept at producing its M&P model—technically referred to as the .38 Hand Ejector Model of 1905 Fourth Change—it …, The Smith & Wesson Model 36 "Chief's Special" is one of the most popular S&W's ever made. They have been carried by countless off duty police officers, detectives, and civilians for decades now ..., Select Options. 200 Grain Long Round Nose (.361) $20.00. 30 Day Backlog. (0) Select Options. 38 Smith & Wesson. , It is a British Service Revolver (S&W M&P, Model 1905, 4th Change) chambered in .38/200 Webley or .38 S&W. The barrel has been cut down from 5" to 3" which renders it a mere shooter, but a nice looking gun. The grips are period correct (<1942) and look to be in great shape. They are worth good money by themselves., 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., 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 ... , 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 &..., 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 …, 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 ..., 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 ..., 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 ..., SMITH & WESSON .38 special ctg .38 SPL Description: Guns Listing ID: 1103763 This revolver is in very good condition. 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 SOLD, 25 Feb 2012 ... Very good condition S&W revolver, from what I'm told it's a K stainless steel frame. Don't know much about it (or revolvers in general), bought ..., The .38 Special and the .38 Smith and Wesson are not interchangeable. The .38 Smith and Wesson is larger in diameter than the .38 Special. That makes it physically impossible to chamber a .38 Smith and Wesson in a .38 Special gun in most cases. An exception to this is in cases of ammo that is out of spec, or if a cylinder is particularly …, 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 ..., 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 ... , What is a SMITH WESSON 38 Pistol Worth? A SMITH WESSON 38 pistol is currently worth an average price of $573.74 new and $478.31 used . The 12 month average price is $578.73 new and $464.26 used. The new value of a SMITH WESSON 38 pistol has risen $85.38 dollars over the past 12 months to a price of $573.74 . The used value of a SMITH WESSON 38 ..., Early 1900's revolver. Nickel plated and original walnut grips. Fixed front sites and a grove cut out for rear sites. Mechanically works and functions. UPC. ECOM00195371. Caliber. …, 11 Mar 2021 ... Smith and Wesson 44 special ctg. I know nothing about this revolver, I am posting for a friend. I believe it was inherited., Inspect it carefully under a bright light. A lot of people say these are OK to shoot with mild to standard pressure, 148gr-158gr lead bullet loads. You should avoid shooting plus P (+P) loads and jacketed bullets, or light weight bullets like 110gr or 125gr. Just be aware that the aluminum frame CAN crack., Help Identifying a 38 S&W Special CTG. I have a 38 S&W Special CTG and would like to get some more information about it. There is a stamp between the cylinder and the trigger marked US-AC-16528. The serial number is 9976XX. There is no V prefix. There is also a marking D-43377. I believe it is a 4" barrel., 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 …, 487 posts · Joined 2009. #3 · Oct 7, 2010. The first Victory M&P models appeared in May 1942; S&W added the V to their six digit serial number and started over at 1 as they began production of their "second million" in the M&P line. They made about 200,000 of these by the end of the year, and more than 300,000 more by the end of the …, CTG is just letting you know it shoots the 38 special cartridge. That one was made around 1982. I have a newer version with a stainless steel barrel & cylinder Psalms 144:1 ... A forum community dedicated to Smith & Wesson firearm owners and enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about performance, gunsmithing, troubleshooting, reviews ..., Wiregrassguy. 25617 posts · Joined 2012. #2 · Nov 3, 2012. You have a refinished victory model .38 S&W that has been modified to chamber .38 special cartridges. That is why SPECIAL is stamped on the right side of the barrel. S&W would have stamped .38 S&W SPCL CTG. Also, it appears that the barrel has been shortened and the front …, 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., It wasn&rsquo;t always like this. There was a time when four little boys didn&rsquo;t fill our house with noise and laughter. There was a time when the silence was deafenin..., Customer Appreciation Savings. Use code AMMOSEEK for $10 off your first order. No minimum purchase. Search Showing. Now Seeking. .38 S&W Ammo. Cost Range. $0.51 - $1.998. Saved Searches., #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 …, U.S. stocks traded mostly lower, with the Nasdaq Composite dropping over 60 points on Wednesday. Here are some big stocks recording losses in toda... U.S. stocks traded mostly lowe..., This is an old Smith and Wesson top break .38 s&w ctg. 5 shot revolver. Those of you familiar with this style will know the rear top latch and the side release need to be pushed together to open ...