
Smith & Wesson · Pistol
Smith & Wesson Model 10
.38 Special · introduced 1899
Also known as Military & Police, M&P, Victory Model
About the Smith & Wesson Model 10
The Smith & Wesson Model 10 is a medium revolver built on Smith & Wesson's K-frame, introduced in 1899. Chambered in .38 Special with a 6-round cylinder. Built with a carbon steel frame, this revolver continues Smith & Wesson's tradition of robust, reliable revolver construction. The 4.0-inch barrel provides an excellent balance of sight radius and portability, suitable for both duty carry and range work. The double-action/single-action trigger system allows both deliberate double-action shots and precise single-action fire when the hammer is manually cocked, providing versatility across different shooting scenarios. Weighing 964g (34.0 oz) empty, this revolver provides a solid, confidence-inspiring heft that helps absorb recoil without being overly burdensome for extended carry. Smith & Wesson has been producing K-frame revolvers for well over a century, continuously refining the platform with improved metallurgy, ergonomics, and manufacturing techniques while maintaining the fundamental reliability and accuracy that has made their double-action revolvers the benchmark against which all others are measured.
The Model 10 served as the standard sidearm for countless law enforcement agencies and military forces. Its simple, reliable design made it one of the most successful firearms ever produced.
Smith & Wesson Model 10 specifications
General
- Type
- Pistol
- Firing mechanism
- Double action single action
- Trigger
- Double action single action
- Trigger pull
- 2.0 kg (4.5 lb)
- Calibres
- .38 Special
- Magazine capacity
- 6 rounds
- Magazine
- Rotary magazine
Dimensions
- Barrel length
- 102 mm (4.0 in)
- Overall length
- 235 mm (9.3 in)
- Height
- 124 mm (4.9 in)
- Width
- 37 mm (1.5 in)
- Weight (empty)
- 0.96 kg (2.13 lb)
- Sight radius
- 140 mm (5.5 in)
Barrel
- Rifling twist
- 1:19 in (476 mm)
- Rifling
- Right hand
- Grooves
- 5
Materials
- Barrel
- Carbon steel
- Receiver / frame
- Carbon steel
- Finish
- blue
Performance
- Muzzle velocity (typical)
- 260 m/s (853 fps)
- Muzzle energy (typical)
- 273 J (201 ft·lb)
- Effective range
- 45 m
History
- Introduced
- 1899
- Production status
- Discontinued
- Country of origin
- US
Features
- K frame
- Fixed sights
- Swing out cylinder
- Transfer bar safety
- Stainless steel construction
- Exposed hammer
Safety
- Transfer bar
Also known as M&P (Military & Police). The most produced revolver in history.
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