A friend brought over a couple of S&W's yesterday that had belonged to his father, one in particular seemed a bit unusual. At first glance I figured it was a 38-44 as it is on an N frame, but the barrel is clearly marked as a 38 special. The serial number seems to indicate 1952 production. Its a nice looking revolver with the early target grips and a 6" barrel and adjustable sights, but I was not aware that S&W ever produced an N frame 38 special. The numbers do match on the frame and barrel. I will try to post some pictures later when I have a chance to examine it more carefully.