[rollingthunder]

I have an IJ 38 s&w Thank you to hrf who informed me it was made in 1913!
I would just like to confirm that it is a third model and safe for modern ammo I would like to avoid hurting myself or the gun.

Butt- PAT. AUG 25,96
Pats Pending
Trigger guard-5 5550
grip frame-D5 5550
top of barrel- Iver Johnson`s Arms & Cycle Works
-Fitchburg, Mass U.S.A.-
Owl is facing The butt
Coil spring not leaf type
5 shot
T style release above cylinder

 

[RJay]

Yes , It is a third model, Iver Johnson went to Smokeless frame in 1909, your firearm was manufactured in 1913, If it is in good mechanical condition then it would be safe to fire modern S&W ammo in it. If there are any doubts, take it to a guns smith and have it checked for safety.

 

[rollingthunder]

Thank you for the information And yes it is in good firing condition. I appreciate the response Better to be safe than sorry!