Tanaka S&W M36 3inch 'Chiefs Special' .38 Special Square Butt HW Ver2 Model Gun

About Real S&W M36 Square Butt .38 spl 'Chiefs Special' 3 inch Revolver The Smith & Wesson Model 36 "Chief's Special" in .38 Special with a 3-inch barrel and square butt is a classic, compact revolver that holds a significant place in firearms history. Introduced in 1950, the Model 36 was the first J-frame revolver from S&W, designed as a lightweight, concealable sidearm for plainclothes officers and off-duty police?hence the name "Chief's Special," as it was popular among police chiefs and detectives. This particular variant features a 3-inch barrel, which offers a slightly longer sight radius and improved ballistic performance compared to the more common 2-inch snubnose version, while still maintaining a relatively compact profile. The square butt refers to the shape of the grip frame, which provides a more secure and comfortable hold compared to the rounded "round butt" configuration found on some later J-frames. Chambered in .38 Special, the Model 36 is a five-shot, double-action/single-action revolver with a traditional hammer, allowing for both quick double-action trigger pulls and precise single-action shots. Its all-steel construction (blued or nickel-plated finishes were common) gives it a solid feel, though later versions included lighter alloys. The 3-inch square-butt Model 36 is particularly sought after by collectors and shooters due to its balanced handling, historical significance, and relative rarity compared to the more prolific 2-inch versions. It remains a reliable choice for concealed carry, backup duty, or as a classic example of mid-20th-century revolver craftsmanship. About Tanaka S&W M36 3inch 'Chiefs Special' .38 Special Square Butt HW Ver2 Model Gun This Tanaka S&W Tanaka S&W M36 3inch 'Chiefs Special' .38 Special Square Butt HW Ver2 Model Gun is also made up of Heavy weight construction. Heavy weight is a unique technology of a Japanese Airsoft company, it is a metal-like technique that gives the Airsoft gun the appearance of real metal, a

Brand

Tanaka Works

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gear

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183.40 USD

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• eHobby Asia — 183.40 USD In stock

Specs

M36 M37