Pre-War Pre-Lock Five-Screw Smith & Wesson Model of 1905 4th Change .38 Special – Circa 1938

Smith & Wesson Model of 1905 4th Change .38 Special – 6" Blued – Pinned Barrel – Pre-War – Circa 1938

Pre-Lock Five-Screw K-Frame | Barrel-Shaped Ejector Rod Knob | Color Cased Hammer & Trigger | Checkered Wood Grips with Gold S&W Medallions | Vintage Condition

OVERVIEW

Offered here is a Smith & Wesson .38 Military & Police Model of 1905 4th Change revolver chambered in .38 S&W Special, serial number 670140, featuring a 6" pinned barrel, traditional blued finish, color cased hammer and trigger, and checkered wood grips with gold Smith & Wesson medallions.

The Model of 1905 represents an important chapter in Smith & Wesson's revolver history, serving as a predecessor to the legendary Model 10 Military & Police. Built on the classic K-frame, these six-shot double-action revolvers became widely appreciated for their dependable construction, practical design, and traditional Smith & Wesson craftsmanship.

This particular example features the desirable 4th Change variation, distinguished by its traditional five-screw frame construction, pinned barrel, barrel-shaped ejector rod knob, and classic pre-war styling. It also bears the patent markings FEB. 6. 06, SEPT. 14. 09, and DEC. 29. 14.

The blued finish displays wear consistent with age and handling, while the cylinder has developed an attractive vintage patina. The wood grips show additional wear and some damage along the bottom, reflecting the revolver's long history.

Based on published serial-number references and documented examples, this revolver dates to approximately 1938–1939.

SPECIFICATIONS & HIGHLIGHTS

• Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
• Model:.38 Military & Police Model of 1905
• Variation: 4th Change
• Caliber:.38 S&W Special (.38 Special)
• Action: Double-Action / Single-Action Revolver
• Capacity: 6 Rounds
• Barrel Length: 6"
• Barrel: Pinned
• Frame: K-Frame, Five-Screw
• Finish: Blued with Vintage Patina on Cylinder, Color Cased Hammer and Trigger
• Internal Lock: Pre-Lock – No Internal Key Lock
• Grips: Checkered Wood with Gold Smith & Wesson Medallions
• Front Sight: Fixed Blade
• Rear Sight: Fixed Notch
• Ejector Rod Knob: Barrel-Shaped
• Patent Markings: FEB. 6. 06 | SEPT. 14. 09 | DEC. 29. 14
• Cylinder: Swing-Out, 6-Shot
• Production Era: Pre-War
• Approximate Manufacture: 1938–1939
• Serial Number: 670140

CONDITION

Vintage Condition with Wear Consistent with Age and Handling. This revolver retains its classic blued finish with visible wear that reflects its age and history. The cylinder displays a distinctive vintage patina, complementing its traditional pre-war appearance. The checkered wood grips with gold Smith & Wesson medallions exhibit age-related wear along the bottom edges. Overall, a classic example of an early Smith & Wesson five-screw revolver with plenty of vintage character.

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