S&W case hardened/colored frame?

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A question for you S&W experts:

I recently saw a S&W model 36 with a case hardened or colored frame. The colors were beautiful, sorry circumstances did not allow a photo. Did Smith and Wesson ever offer this option on any new guns from the factory, or would this finish have necessarily been applied to the gun after it was purchased?
 
I don't remember a 36 but there have been several N and K-frame offerings with frames done by Turnbull. I wanted the Heritage model 24 .44Spl in particular but never got one. They were MIM guns but before the lock.
 
My research indicates they were made for a limited period of time during '08 and '09. It would be beautiful without the lock.

Still looked pretty good even with the lock. Maybe I can get pix in a while.

Thanks for your help.
 
I have seen a model 10 case hardened. Can't remember if it had a lock but it was a 4 inch round butt
 
Just Google "S&W revolvers with color case hardened frames". You will find a photo of a Model 36-10 finished that way.

Thanks Bannockburn. The photo led to a link discussing the gun. It is most likely a factory finish and part of the Heritage Series. The missus thinks it’s pretty so maybe...
 
Well, if she thinks it is pretty, that is reason enough.
Me? I just can't help thinking that S&W never made a case hardened receiver back when that was a functional improvement by Colt and Winchester. (They did case harden hammers and triggers, and made that a trademark, that is what the Marcas Registradas means.)
 
Well, if she thinks it is pretty, that is reason enough.
Me? I just can't help thinking that S&W never made a case hardened receiver back when that was a functional improvement by Colt and Winchester. (They did case harden hammers and triggers, and made that a trademark, that is what the Marcas Registradas means.)
I know, the fact that it's not a traditional S&W finish makes it challenging to get your head wrapped around it. The fact that Turnbull did the work and their colors are so beautiful makes it easier. For me it just depends on what it is and I HATE to see Turnbull colors on the frame with a stainless or white-sided hammer/trigger. ;)
 
I know, the fact that it's not a traditional S&W finish makes it challenging to get your head wrapped around it. The fact that Turnbull did the work and their colors are so beautiful makes it easier. For me it just depends on what it is and I HATE to see Turnbull colors on the frame with a stainless or white-sided hammer/trigger. ;)

I’m ignorant about the Heritage Series. Based on your comment, apparently Turnbull did the coloring on these guns, is that correct?
 
Just Google "S&W revolvers with color case hardened frames". You will find a photo of a Model 36-10 finished that way.
I did that after reading.

Interestingly, I don't like any of them. I guess it's a life of expecting; blued, stainless or nickel.

I love the treatment on the right rifle or revolver but can't warm up to the S&W done so. Surprising since, after reading the OP's post it seemed like a good idea to me.

Todd.
 
I did that after reading.

Interestingly, I don't like any of them. I guess it's a life of expecting; blued, stainless or nickel.

I love the treatment on the right rifle or revolver but can't warm up to the S&W done so. Surprising since, after reading the OP's post it seemed like a good idea to me.

Todd.

If the right deal can be made, it may be more attractive! :thumbup:
 
Man, that's a good looking gun.

The stags and T-grips aren't factory are they? Either way, they look right at home.

No history on this one, a gunshop trade-in. No box or papers. The wife likes it. Done deal, not much more than a regular 36 plus stags. She’s happy, I’m happy.
 
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