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model #2
The Smith & Wesson Model 2, also referred to as the Smith & Wesson .38 Single Action, was Smith & Wesson's first .38 caliber revolver. Chambered in .38 S&W, its cylinder held 5 shots. The single action version was produced in three varieties from 1876 through 1911, with total production exceeding 223,000.
The Smith & Wesson Model 2 was a "top-break", with the barrel release catch located on the top of the frame, just in front of the hammer. It was a larger caliber version of the third model of the Smith & Wesson Model 1 1/2.
My father was just given a Smith and Wesson model #2 serial number 9xxx chambered in 32 rim fire and I have had a lot of luck before picking the brains of those smarter than I so I figured I would give it a shot.
From what I've found there is a good chance that based on the serial number this...