5-shot revolver chambered .38 Special. Equipped with 2" barrel, aluminum alloy frame and carbon steel cylinder. Has a fully concealed hammer. Weight 15.8 oz. Front ramp sight serrated and rear sight a fixed square notch. Rubber combat grips from Michael's of Oregon are standard. Finish blue/black or satin nickel. Introduced in 1993. Note: Current production models now rated for +P ammunition. Two engineering changes.