Smith & Wesson Terrier .38 S&W
Circa 1948
Some handguns just make you smile, and the Smith & Wesson Terrier is one of them. Built on Smith & Wesson’s early I-Frame, the Terrier predates the familiar J-Frame and is just a touch smaller — which only adds to its charm. With its rounded, old-school front sight and compact lines, it’s about as “classic snub” as it gets.
These old Terriers have that smooth, hard-metal feel you just don’t get anymore — a reminder of how well these revolvers were fitted and finished. They aren’t just pretty; they’re shooters.
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