.38 S&W caliber, 5″ ribbed barrel marked “SECRET SERVICE SPECIAL”.  Nickel finish over and Meriden Arms factory composite grips.  Triggerguard is blued, and casehardened hammer.  Manufactured especially for “FRED BIFFAR & CO.” around the turn of the century.  It remains in very high original condition retaining 98-99% original nickel, excellent grips and bore.