Poll: New Smith & Wesson Model 36 or Model 10?

[cigars]

Both are classics. In a world where polymer-framed-everythings all look alike, the 36 and 10 have tons of character. Either one would do quite well in a knife fight.

 

[F2CMaDMaXX]

Had a look round armslist, nothing good that wasn't at least as much as the brand new guns

 

[BillGabby1]

Here's real life cool..
Bill on the right with his 4" K and I don't know what Jelly Bean has.. (I didn't know that bad bubblegum was so little.. but Bill was big)..

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Bill Jordan was probably shooting the prototype M-19 or an early M-19, he was instrumental in its development.
He was touted as the fastest man alive, having survived several shoot outs along the Mexican border.
One hell of a peace officer!
Gabby

 

[BillGabby1]

Bill Jordan was probably shooting the prototype M-19 or an early M-19, he was instrumental in its development.
He was touted as the fastest man alive, having survived several shoot outs along the Mexican border.
One hell of a peace officer!
Gabby

I always dreamed of getting a 36, but they were out of my reach, and I ended up getting a Charter Arms Undercover 38.
One of the best buys I've ever made, bought it around 1970 as an off duty or undercover weapon, it is the one gun I've had longer than any other, I've carried it in my boot top clear across the country breaking many laws on CCW I'm sure, but back then I was ignorant of them and just went my merry way. No one ever told me if I was printing as that would be nearly impossible thru the boot top and my Wrangler boot jeans that covered the boots.
No I didn't have an ankle holster I just tucked it in the top of my boot and it would snuggle down around my ankle bone and most of the time I forgot it was in there. It shows the miles I put on it but I have no intention of replacing it, although my EDC is an auto loader nowadays.
Now and then I get tired of carrying it and break out the snubby for a change with a speed loader in my pocket.
Gabby

 

[F2CMaDMaXX]

Might have "accidentally" found a Model 36, product code 101502 - but i can't find what that code means it is, or from when.

 

[tkdguy]

Not at all the same gun.

Model 10 is a K frame, 6 shot.

Model 36 is a J frame, 5 shot, a much smaller gun.

Wayno is spot on. Totally different comparisons. Both may have different applications.

 

[Certaindeaf]

Bill Jordan was probably shooting the prototype M-19 or an early M-19, he was instrumental in its development.
He was touted as the fastest man alive, having survived several shoot outs along the Mexican border.
One hell of a peace officer!
Gabby

Yea, he's well known.. great reading and writing by him.
Here's somethin somethin on Bryce..

The FBI'S Legendary Sharpshooter - Jelly Bryce

 

[Certaindeaf]

I always dreamed of getting a 36, but they were out of my reach, and I ended up getting a Charter Arms Undercover 38.
One of the best buys I've ever made, bought it around 1970 as an off duty or undercover weapon, it is the one gun I've had longer than any other, I've carried it in my boot top clear across the country breaking many laws on CCW I'm sure, but back then I was ignorant of them and just went my merry way. No one ever told me if I was printing as that would be nearly impossible thru the boot top and my Wrangler boot jeans that covered the boots.
No I didn't have an ankle holster I just tucked it in the top of my boot and it would snuggle down around my ankle bone and most of the time I forgot it was in there. It shows the miles I put on it but I have no intention of replacing it, although my EDC is an auto loader nowadays.
Now and then I get tired of carrying it and break out the snubby for a change with a speed loader in my pocket.
Gabby

Nice. I've got a perfect old CA off-duty that I've only shot about 100 rounds through.. I don't think I ever carried it really. I like it a lot.

 

[kenboy]

Model 36 for me but me like em both

 

[F2CMaDMaXX]

OK, just grabbed this, it's a no lock 36, i'm guessing it's not very old, but still pre lock, anyone an idea on age?

 

[BillGabby1]

Someone should jump in here soon that has access to their data base and using the S/N should be able to give you a build date. Looks very well taken care of. Nice gun, I'm jealous!

 

[coop44]

Been keeping my eyes open for a 2" (actually 1 7/8") model 10 RB. Either that or 581/681 L frame 4". The 38 special is still a viable self defense round.

 

[Larrabee]

Very nice chief, looks brand new. I don't have the book so can't look up the date but I'd guess 1984/85. The grips should be numbered to the gun. Keep the box and grips in good shape to help the resale value down the line.

 

[Mikej]

In this thread here it says pinned barrel ended in 1982. So it's newer that '82.
http://www.migunowners.org/forum/archive/index.php/t-92503.html

sorry that's all I got fer ya'. Glad you got your gun though! They sure are pretty. I loves me some S&W revolvers!

 

[F2CMaDMaXX]

Check this one out, 60's version in what looks like the same shape, i can't see it going for a song though, very cheap right now!

http://www.gunbroker.com/Item/60647...m_campaign=Browse Abandonment&utm_content=BA2

 

[F2CMaDMaXX]

Been keeping my eyes open for a 2" (actually 1 7/8") model 10 RB. Either that or 581/681 L frame 4". The 38 special is still a viable self defense round.

I can almost guarantee you'll want one of these!
The Firing Line Guns For Sale on GunsInternational.com



And this one is just beautiful
Beautiful S&W K-38 5 screw w/box

 

[BillGabby1]

On the M-36 I got a result of my query back and they reported it was made in 1985.
Looks like a good year!
Gabby

Would Like Manufacture Date For S&W Model 36 S/N AHH38xx Thanks | Gun Values Board

 

[F2CMaDMaXX]

Wow, awesome thanks

 

[BillGabby1]

Yea, he's well known.. great reading and writing by him.
Here's somethin somethin on Bryce..

The FBI'S Legendary Sharpshooter - Jelly Bryce

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That's great reading, what a life story.
I wonder who was the faster him or Bill Jordan?
Does anyone have Jordan's story?
Gabby

 

[Certaindeaf]

That's great reading, what a life story.
I wonder who was the faster him or Bill Jordan?
Does anyone have Jordan's story?
Gabby

I can't say but I've got an autographed book of his!