Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this top-break double/single-action revolver today for a penny-start auction, this is the Smith & Wesson .38 Double-Action 5th Model.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: .38 Double-Action 5th Model
Serial: 540936
Date of Manufacture: 1909-1911
Caliber: .38 S&W
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 4"
Optics/Sights: Forged Round Blade Front with Notch Cut Rear
Stock/Grips: Black Hard Rubber Grips with S&W Monograms
Action: Top-Break / Double/Single-Action
Markings: Standard / The top of the barrel rib is marked “SMITH & WESSON SPRINGFIELD MASS, U.S.A.” The left side of the barrel is marked “38.S.& W. CTG". The right side of the frame is marked with a small S&W logo. The bottom of the butt is marked with the serial number “540936”.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Smith & Wesson .38 Double-Action 5th Model is a double/single-action top-break revolver chambered in .38 S&W featuring a 5-shot fluted cylinder with a nominal length of approximately 1.21". Standard barrel lengths include 3 1/4", 4", 5", and 6"; a 1 1/2" barrel variation has been reported in both forged and pinned front sight configurations, either of which would be exceptionally rare. Similar to the preceding 4th Model, the revolver utilizes a top-break action and was offered in either blue or nickel finish, with nickel examples featuring a blued trigger guard. Grip options included black hard rubber stocks bearing the S&W monogram or the much rarer walnut extension-type stocks found on target-sight variations. Standard service sights consist of a round-blade front sight forged into the barrel rib and a rear sight formed by a notch cut into a raised portion of the barrel latch. Scarce target-sight models featured a square-cut blade front sight pinned into the barrel rib, paired with an adjustable rear sight mounted on the barrel latch. Additional features include a frame with a left-side sideplate secured by a single screw. Serial numbers ranged from 539001 through 554077, with approximately 15,000 manufactured circa 1909–1911.
Model: .38 Double-Action 5th Model
Serial: 540936
Date of Manufacture: 1909-1911
Caliber: .38 S&W
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 4"
Optics/Sights: Forged Round Blade Front with Notch Cut Rear
Stock/Grips: Black Hard Rubber Grips with S&W Monograms
Action: Top-Break / Double/Single-Action
Markings: Standard / The top of the barrel rib is marked “SMITH & WESSON SPRINGFIELD MASS, U.S.A.” The left side of the barrel is marked “38.S.& W. CTG". The right side of the frame is marked with a small S&W logo. The bottom of the butt is marked with the serial number “540936”.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Smith & Wesson .38 Double-Action 5th Model is a double/single-action top-break revolver chambered in .38 S&W featuring a 5-shot fluted cylinder with a nominal length of approximately 1.21". Standard barrel lengths include 3 1/4", 4", 5", and 6"; a 1 1/2" barrel variation has been reported in both forged and pinned front sight configurations, either of which would be exceptionally rare. Similar to the preceding 4th Model, the revolver utilizes a top-break action and was offered in either blue or nickel finish, with nickel examples featuring a blued trigger guard. Grip options included black hard rubber stocks bearing the S&W monogram or the much rarer walnut extension-type stocks found on target-sight variations. Standard service sights consist of a round-blade front sight forged into the barrel rib and a rear sight formed by a notch cut into a raised portion of the barrel latch. Scarce target-sight models featured a square-cut blade front sight pinned into the barrel rib, paired with an adjustable rear sight mounted on the barrel latch. Additional features include a frame with a left-side sideplate secured by a single screw. Serial numbers ranged from 539001 through 554077, with approximately 15,000 manufactured circa 1909–1911.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3-day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
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Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Additional Details
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Additional Information
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https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1177053676 |
BidPrice: |
0.01 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-05-31 21:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
515 |
SoldOutTime: |
2026-05-31 17:20:20 |
