S&W Model 12

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The Smith & Wesson (S&W) Model 12 is .38 Special revolver on Smith & Wesson's K-frame (medium size) platform. It is an aluminium alloy-frame version of the Smith & Wesson M&P. It was made from 1953 to 1986 in both two- and four-inch barrel configurations. It weighs 524 grams (19 oz) unloaded.

The Model 12 variants 12-1, 12-2, and 12-3 had a slimmer frame than the standard steel K-frame revolver. The final version, the Model 12-4, had the same frame thickness of the other K-frames. It also featured a rounded butt.

Since the gun is an alloy frame, it is not advisable to use +P ammunition since the frame may "move" during shooting. This is apparent when the primers have elongated firing pin marks.

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