SMITH & WESSON SINGLE ACTION 38 PISTOL: Pre 1898 production, .38 caliber, third model serial number 50,011. Patent dates 1865, 1869, 1871, 1875. Barrel measures 3 1/4''. Hard rubber grips with S & W monogram. Scattered light surface rust and loss of nickel finish. Overall length 7 1/2''.