Smith & Wesson Pre-32 Regulation Police J Frame .38 S&W 2" Barrel Blued Used - J159
Smith & Wesson Pre-32 Regulation Police J Frame .38 S&W 2" Barrel — Blued
Part # J159 | Used | Pre-Model Number Era
Factory Smith & Wesson used blued 2" barrel for the J Frame Pre-32 Regulation Police revolver chambered in .38 S&W. The Pre-32 is the pre-model-number designation for the J Frame Regulation Police produced before S&W adopted model numbers in 1957–58. A collectible vintage variant.
Important: This revolver is chambered in .38 S&W — a distinct cartridge that is not interchangeable with .38 Special. Verify your caliber before ordering.
Compatibility:
- Frame: J Frame
- Model: Pre-32 (Regulation Police / pre-model-number era)
- Caliber: .38 S&W (NOT .38 Special)
Specifications:
- Barrel Length: 2"
- Finish: Blued
- Era: Pre-1957 (pre-model-number)
- Condition: Used
- OEM: Factory Smith & Wesson part
Note: Disassembly and installation by a qualified gunsmith is recommended. Some parts may require fitting. Pre-model-number parts may vary slightly — verify fit before installation.
How to find your model number: Swing out the cylinder and check behind the yoke on the frame. Model numbers began in 1957–58. If no model number is present, your revolver may be a pre-model-number variant — contact us with your serial number for assistance.