Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Auction Company is pleased to present this double-action revolver today for a penny-start auction; this is the Smith & Wesson Model 37 No-Dash, also known as the .38 Chiefs Special Airweight!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: 37 No-Dash
Serial: J973288
Date of Manufacture: 1982
Caliber: .38 Special
Finish: Nickel
Barrel Length: 2"
Optics/Sights: 1/10" Serrated Ramp Front with Integral Frame Notched Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Walnut with S&W Medallions
Action: Double-Action Revolver
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Airweight model 37 is the younger brother to the Model 36 “Chief’s Special,” an identical gun with a steel frame instead of aluminum. The 37 came out in ’51 and remained unchanged until Smith & Wesson finally dropped them all together in 2006. In the mid-1950s, the Air Force ordered a specialized version of the Airweight for military police use. This version implemented not only an aluminum frame but also an aluminum cylinder and barrel. Testing proved that the cylinder and barrel failed quickly due to heat warping, and the model was discontinued. There have been a few variations of the Model 36 and 37 throughout the years, such as the Model 36 Gold, which, as you can probably guess, had gold accents throughout the pistol. In later years, Smith & Wesson began offering the tiny pistol with thicker grips, understandably.
Contents:
This example is in PHENOMENAL condition with no signs of regular consumer use or handling as far as we can see. This example will ship with the Factory Smith & Wesson Box and paperwork.
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.
Model: 37 No-Dash
Serial: J973288
Date of Manufacture: 1982
Caliber: .38 Special
Finish: Nickel
Barrel Length: 2"
Optics/Sights: 1/10" Serrated Ramp Front with Integral Frame Notched Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Walnut with S&W Medallions
Action: Double-Action Revolver
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Airweight model 37 is the younger brother to the Model 36 “Chief’s Special,” an identical gun with a steel frame instead of aluminum. The 37 came out in ’51 and remained unchanged until Smith & Wesson finally dropped them all together in 2006. In the mid-1950s, the Air Force ordered a specialized version of the Airweight for military police use. This version implemented not only an aluminum frame but also an aluminum cylinder and barrel. Testing proved that the cylinder and barrel failed quickly due to heat warping, and the model was discontinued. There have been a few variations of the Model 36 and 37 throughout the years, such as the Model 36 Gold, which, as you can probably guess, had gold accents throughout the pistol. In later years, Smith & Wesson began offering the tiny pistol with thicker grips, understandably.
Contents:
This example is in PHENOMENAL condition with no signs of regular consumer use or handling as far as we can see. This example will ship with the Factory Smith & Wesson Box and paperwork.
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
Any orders placed with magazines that are not compliant with your state, county, or city regulations will not ship with your order.