Smith & Wesson Safety Hammerless
| Smith & Wesson Safety Hammerless | |
|---|---|
Smith & Wesson Safety Hammerless Revolver | |
| Type | Revolver |
| Place of origin | United States |
| Production history | |
| Manufacturer | Smith & Wesson |
| Produced | 1887-1940 |
| Specifications | |
| Caliber | .38 S&W Blackpowder .32 S&W |
| Action | Double Action |
| Feed system | 5-round cylinder |
| Sights | Fixed |
The Smith & Wesson Safety Hammerless or Smith & Wesson New Departure (nicknamed by collectors as the Lemon Squeezer) is a double-action revolver that was produced from 1887 to 1940 by Smith & Wesson. Based on the Smith & Wesson Model 2 double-action design, the revolver incorporated an internal hammer and an external grip safety on its back-strap. It was chambered in .32 S&W and .38 S&W calibers; these revolvers were discontinued prior to World War II, being eclipsed by the stronger hand ejector models.