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Category - Smith & Wesson Revolvers - Model 28 - .357 Magnum Revolvers

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Smith & Wesson Revolvers - Model 28
.357 Magnum Revolvers

Smith & Wesson 28-2 N Frame Highway Patrolman , Boxed, Unfired, .357 Magnum, 6 inch

Description:
The Model 28, also known as the Highway Patrolman, traces its heritage back to the Smith & Wesson Registered Magnum. The Registered Magnum was renamed the .357 Magnum (first production model completed April 8, 1935).[3] The .357 Magnum was temporarily discontinued in December 1941 when S&W turned their focus to wartime production but was reintroduced in December 1948 with the new series beginning at serial number S72000 and incorporated an internal hammer block for prevention of accidental discharge if dropped.[4]
Law enforcement agencies demanded the power of the .357 Magnum model 27 but its high-polish finish and labor-intensive topstrap checkering added expense with no added utility for use as a duty firearm. Additionally, the high polish finish of the 27 was prone to fingerprints and other handling smudges that were readily visible.
Eventually, departments and the general public requested a more affordable version of the model 27 and S&W responded with the development of the Highway Patrolman (later renamed the Model 28 in 1957). The manufacturing changes made for a more affordable revolver since the model 28 was not a super-high polished firearm. Instead, the 28 was semi-polished along with bead-blasted (non checkered) top strap and trigger guard which reduced production cost. The 28 is mechanically identical and robust to the model 27 and the same high quality materials were utilized. "Highway Patrolman" is engraved onto the barrel at the factory as well as the nomenclature ".357 CTG.". Although the model 28 top strap and frame rounds are bead blasted to achieve a matte appearance, the non-bead blasted surfaces do exhibit some luster.
This gun is excellent and appears to remain unfired since factory. An excellent example to adorn any investment firearm collection, or enjoy the trill of shooting the N frame Smith & Wesson.
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Ten Below Firearms is a Veteran owned and operated business. We specialize in out of production models of high quality firearms. 
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Layaway:If needed we offer a 60 day layaway program.
   We offer FREE 60-day layaway. Buyer must pay at least 1/3 down and the remaining balance in 60 days. On all uncompleted layaways, all payments made will be non-refundable. The 60 days begins the day the buyer commits to buying the gun. 90 day layaway is available with 1/2 down, via phone. All layaway sales are final. Layaway is not available on negotiated prices. 

Price: $1,855.00

Curio/Relic: Yes
Handgun Caliber: .357 Magnum
Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: 28-2 Highway Patrolman
Serial Number: N249290
Barrel Length: 6 inch
Condition: Excellent
Metal Condition: Excellent
Wood Condition: Excellent
Bore Condition: Excellent
Barrel Type: Solid Rib
Action: DA/SA
Triggers: DA
Finish: Blued
Sights: Target Adjustable
Manufacture Date: 1972
Case: Box
Item Location: Mn
Grips: Walnut Targets