Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this PAIR of top-break revolvers today for a penny-start auction; this is the Smith & Wesson .38 Safety Hammerless 5th Model.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: .38 Safety Hammerless 5th Model
Serial: 256001 & 251987
Date of Manufacture: 1907-1940
Caliber: .38 Smith & Wesson
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 3.25"
Optics/Sights: Small V-Notched Rear w/ Fixed Blade Front
Stock/Grips: Genuine Two-Piece Mother of Pearl Grips w/ Inlaid Smith & Wesson Medallions
Action: Double-Action / Top-Break
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Smith & Wesson .38 Safety Hammerless 5th Model is a classic early 20th-century concealed-carry revolver and one of the final refinements of S&W’s famous “lemon squeezer” design. Built on the top-break frame and chambered in .38 S&W, this revolver used an internal hammer system combined with a grip safety, allowing it to be carried without an exposed hammer spur while still requiring a firm grip to fire. That made it especially popular as a pocket, coat, or defensive revolver during an era when compact personal-protection handguns were in high demand. The top-break action, automatic extraction, and rounded snag-free profile made the Safety Hammerless series practical, quick to load, and easy to carry. As the 5th Model, this example represents the last major production variation of the .38 Safety Hammerless line, making it appealing to collectors who appreciate the evolution of Smith & Wesson’s early double-action revolvers. These revolvers are desirable not only for their mechanical design, but also for their place in the transition from 19th-century top-break revolvers to the later solid-frame hand ejector models. With its concealed-hammer profile, grip safety, and unmistakable S&W craftsmanship, the .38 Safety Hammerless 5th Model remains a historically important and collectible revolver that captures the practical defensive handgun design of its period.
Contents:
Model: .38 Safety Hammerless 5th Model
Serial: 256001 & 251987
Date of Manufacture: 1907-1940
Caliber: .38 Smith & Wesson
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 3.25"
Optics/Sights: Small V-Notched Rear w/ Fixed Blade Front
Stock/Grips: Genuine Two-Piece Mother of Pearl Grips w/ Inlaid Smith & Wesson Medallions
Action: Double-Action / Top-Break
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Smith & Wesson .38 Safety Hammerless 5th Model is a classic early 20th-century concealed-carry revolver and one of the final refinements of S&W’s famous “lemon squeezer” design. Built on the top-break frame and chambered in .38 S&W, this revolver used an internal hammer system combined with a grip safety, allowing it to be carried without an exposed hammer spur while still requiring a firm grip to fire. That made it especially popular as a pocket, coat, or defensive revolver during an era when compact personal-protection handguns were in high demand. The top-break action, automatic extraction, and rounded snag-free profile made the Safety Hammerless series practical, quick to load, and easy to carry. As the 5th Model, this example represents the last major production variation of the .38 Safety Hammerless line, making it appealing to collectors who appreciate the evolution of Smith & Wesson’s early double-action revolvers. These revolvers are desirable not only for their mechanical design, but also for their place in the transition from 19th-century top-break revolvers to the later solid-frame hand ejector models. With its concealed-hammer profile, grip safety, and unmistakable S&W craftsmanship, the .38 Safety Hammerless 5th Model remains a historically important and collectible revolver that captures the practical defensive handgun design of its period.
Contents:
This example will ship with the presentation case and key as pictured above.
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.
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
Handgun Standard Shipping with Insurance $50.00
Long Gun Standard Shipping with Insurance $70.00
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Payment Details
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Please note we place a 7 business day hold on shipment, for all non-certified payments.
Payment MUST be received within 14 days.
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
GunbrokerLink: |
https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1180225179 |
BidPrice: |
0.01 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-06-21 22:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
655 |
