Smith & Wesson Model 36 " Chiefs Special Airweight", .38 Special cal. double action revolver.  Serial #28892, mfg. 1953.  Very good condition.  2" barrel has an excellent bright shiny bore, fixed sights.  95% finish on barrel with light muzzle wear.  Aluminum cylinder has 80% finish with edge wear and index marks.  Alloy frame has 95% finish with some “peppering” finish loss on right side. Matching serial numbers on barrel, frame and cylinder.   Early flat latch. Wood checkered grips with diamond pattern are very good with light wear.  Locks up well.  Very good example early manufacture – rare with aluminum cylinder!  C&R OK.