The Smith & Wesson Model 19 is a double action/single action revolver chambered in .357 Magnum, built on the medium K frame. Introduced in 1957 at the suggestion of Border Patrol officer and combat shooting pioneer Bill Jordan, the Model 19 was designed to provide a .357 Magnum revolver with the handling characteristics and carry weight of the K frame .38 Special revolvers that law enforcement officers were already familiar with. The result was a significantly lighter and more balanced revolver than the large N frame Model 27 that had previously been the only Smith & Wesson platform available in .357 Magnum. The Model 19 became one of the most widely carried duty revolvers in American law enforcement through the 1960s, 1970s, and into the 1980s. The 2.5 inch barrel configuration offered a compact package suited to plainclothes and detective use while preserving the adjustable sights and .357 Magnum capability of the full size model.

This example features a blued finish throughout and is fitted with wood grips with finger grooves. The revolver has a smooth combat trigger, a ramp front sight, and a micrometer click adjustable rear sight. No original box or accessories included.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
• Model: 19-6
• Caliber: .357 Magnum
• Action: Double action/single action
• Barrel: 2.5 inches
• Frame: K frame, steel
• Finish: Blued
• Grips: Wood with finger grooves
• Trigger: Smooth combat trigger
• Sights: Ramp front, micrometer click adjustable rear
• Safety: Hammer mounted firing pin
• Capacity: 6 rounds