Smith & Wesson "Heavy Duty", .38 Special cal. double action revolver. Serial #S73853, mfg. 1949. Excellent condition. 4" pinned barrel has an excellent bore. Forged round blade front sight and square-notch rear frame sight. 4 Screw N-frame. Blue finish is 98%+ with just a faint cylinder index line. Fluted and non-recessed cylinder. Hammer and serrated trigger have beautiful case color. Square butt diamond checkered walnut grips are excellent with silver S&W medallion. Comes with factory gold color box. Beautifully preserved Smith Heavy duty with box! C&R Ok. Gunrunner West item.