New Guns 2025: Smith & Wesson Model 36 Classic Revolver

This revolver chambered in .38 Special is a throwback to the iconic carry-size revolvers that made Smith & Wesson famous in the mid 20th century.

posted on February 2, 2025
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Smith & Wesson has officially eliminated the internal lock system with its latest line of Classic revolvers, which includes the J-frame-sized Model 36 chambered in .38 S&W Special. This is a throwback to the iconic carry-size revolvers that made Smith & Wesson famous in the mid 20th century. Watch this video as our friends at American Rifleman had a chance to get on the range with the gun just ahead of SHOT Show 2025.

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