Smith & Wesson .38 M&P Special (1906-1909) Value & History

Question
Hi Sid,

We found this gun in the attic and was wondering if it is worth anything?  We did do some internet searches, even called Smith & Wesson.  Just wondered if you knew what it was worth.  They said the age was from 1906-1909.  

Thank you for your time!!!!!

Wishing you a GREAT day,

Deb

Answer
Hi Deb,

The S&W .38 Military & Police is one of S&W more famous revolvers. Smith began production of this model in 1899. The M&P was a predecessor to the S&W M-10. The revolver fired the .38 Smith & Wesson Special.

Since you spoke with reps at S&W I'll defer to their estimation at to dates of production. Doing so would narrow down the revolver to actually being a .38 Hand Ejector Model of 1905 (M&P) which was manufactured between 1906 - 1909.

The value is very dependant on condition of course so I am only able to give you an approximate based upon the firearm being in good condition.

The approximate retail value of this gun in "good" condition would be $300 to $400.

I hope this helps and thanks for the question.

Sid Lark