[laytonj1]

I just acquired a s&w model 36, serial number on the bottom of the grip is aba48xx
the number located on the crane is 87671, the aba48xx number does not appear there

any help dating this fine little nickel beauty would be greatly appreciated.

Also, if anyone can tell me if it is safe to shoot +p ammo out of it, i'd really appreciate it.

ABA48XX = 1982.
Though not rated by S&W for +P, 36's are all steel so a little +P ain't gonna hurt it.

Jim