Smith & Wesson Model 36

Infobox Weapon
name= Smith & Wesson Model 36


caption= Smith & Wesson Model 36 Revolver
origin=flagcountry|United States
type= Service Revolver
is_ranged=yes
service= 1950–present
used_by= various law enforcement, security personnel, and private citizens
designer=
design_date=
manufacturer= Smith & Wesson
unit_cost= $751.00 MSRPSmith & Wesson Product Guide 2008]
weight= 19.5 oz. with 1.875" barrel, 21.4 oz. with 3" barrel | (unloaded)
length= 6.9375" with 1.875" barrel, 7.5" with 3" barrel
part_length= 1.875", 3"
caliber=.38+P
action=Double Action
range=23 meters
max_range=46 meters
feed=5-round cylinder
sights=The Smith & Wesson Model 36 is a revolver chambered for .38 Special. Like nearly all other "J-frame" Smith & Wesson revolvers, it has a 5-round capacity in a swing-out cylinder, and features an exposed hammer. It features a blued finish and either wood or rubber grips. It is also offered in special Lady Smith and Chief's Special Models. [ [http://www.smith-wesson.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?storeId=10001&catalogId=10001&langId=-1&productId=53944&tabselected=tech&isFirearm=Y&parent_category_rn= Product: Model 36 - S&W Classics - 1 7/8" - Blue, Color Case or Nickel ] ]

The gun was introduced at the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) conference held in Colorado Springs, Colorado, in October 1950, as the Chief's Special. When Smith & Wesson went to a number system in 1957, the Chief's Special was designated the Model 36. [ [http://www.snubnose.info/docs/Model_36.htm Model 36 "Chief's Special" Smith & Wesson .38 Special Snubby ] ] A stainless steel version of the Lady Smith .38 was for a time sold as the Model 60 though today this model denotes a .357 Magnum version.

Its 2" barrel version is one of the preferred backup and conceal carry weapon for law enforcement officers and for civilian use. The "Bodyguard" variant of this revolver is especially suited to the concealed carry role, as the hammer cover design prevents the hammer from snagging on the shooters clothing when it is drawn.

References

External links

* [http://world.guns.ru/handguns/hg105-e.htm World Guns page]
* [http://www.smith-wesson.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?storeId=10001&catalogId=11101&langId=-1&productId=14754&tabselected=over&isFirearm=Y&parent_category_rn=15704 Smith & Wesson official page]
* [http://www.snubnose.info/docs/model60-15.htm The Snubnose Files]
* [http://www.shootingtimes.com/handgun_reviews/smith_12_0507/index2.html Shooting Times review]