Description
Smith & Wesson Model 36 Field Ethos .38 Special Revolver
The Smith & Wesson Model 36 Field Ethos puts a distinctive premium spin on one of the most recognizable compact revolvers in Smith & Wesson history. Built around the classic J-Frame architecture, this Field Ethos edition preserves the traditional proportions and exposed-hammer design associated with the legendary Model 36.
Chambered in .38 Special, this configuration features a 1.88-inch barrel, 5-round cylinder, blued finish, fixed sights and walnut boot grips, creating an elegant interpretation of the classic compact Smith & Wesson revolver.
Field Ethos Edition Model 36
The Field Ethos edition distinguishes this Model 36 from standard configurations with a carefully selected combination of traditional materials and premium styling.
The classic blued metalwork and walnut grips give the Smith & Wesson Model 36 Field Ethos an unmistakably traditional appearance while retaining the compact dimensions of the J-Frame platform.
Classic .38 Special Chambering
The Model 36 is chambered in .38 Special, the cartridge historically associated with Smith & Wesson’s compact Chiefs Special revolver.
The pairing of .38 Special with a five-shot J-Frame remains one of the most recognizable configurations in the Smith & Wesson revolver lineup.
1.88-Inch Barrel
The Smith & Wesson Model 36 Field Ethos features a compact 1.88-inch barrel that preserves the traditional snub-nose proportions of the Model 36.
The short barrel keeps overall dimensions compact while maintaining the unmistakable profile that has defined this revolver family for generations.
Five-Round J-Frame Cylinder
A traditional 5-round cylinder complements the compact dimensions of the J-Frame.
This configuration stays true to the original Model 36 concept, combining a small frame with straightforward revolver operation and .38 Special chambering.
Traditional Blued Finish
The blued finish gives this Field Ethos Model 36 a distinctly traditional appearance that recalls classic Smith & Wesson revolvers.
Paired with the walnut grips, the deep blue metalwork creates an attractive combination for shooters and collectors who appreciate traditional firearm styling.
Walnut Boot Grips
The Smith & Wesson Model 36 Field Ethos is fitted with distinctive walnut boot grips that complement the revolver’s premium presentation.
The natural wood provides a classic contrast against the blued frame and reinforces the traditional character of this Field Ethos edition.
Fixed Sights
The Model 36 uses a straightforward fixed sight system appropriate for the compact dimensions and traditional design of the revolver.
The fixed configuration maintains the clean exterior profile associated with classic short-barreled J-Frame revolvers.
Double-Action and Single-Action Operation
An exposed hammer gives the Model 36 traditional double-action and single-action capability.
The revolver can be fired through a double-action trigger pull or manually cocked for single-action operation, preserving the versatile operating characteristics associated with the classic Chiefs Special design.
Classic J-Frame Architecture
The Smith & Wesson Model 36 Field Ethos is built around Smith & Wesson’s compact J-Frame, an architecture originally developed specifically to provide .38 Special capability in a highly compact revolver.
The small frame, five-shot cylinder and short barrel give the Model 36 its recognizable proportions and make it one of Smith & Wesson’s most enduring revolver designs.
A Premium Take on the Chiefs Special
The Model 36 traces its heritage to the famous Smith & Wesson Chiefs Special, introduced in 1950 and later designated the Model 36.
The Field Ethos edition celebrates that heritage with traditional blued metalwork and walnut grips while preserving the compact dimensions and straightforward operation that made the original design so enduring.
Smith & Wesson Model 36 Field Ethos Features
- Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
- Model: Model 36
- Edition: Field Ethos
- Frame: J-Frame
- Caliber: .38 Special
- Action: Double-action / single-action
- Barrel Length: 1.88 inches
- Capacity: 5 rounds
- Hammer: Exposed
- Sights: Fixed
- Grips: Walnut boot grips
- Finish: Blued
- Color: Blue / Walnut
- Platform: J-Frame revolver
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