Smith $ Wesson model 28

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GaryED50

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You guys won't believe this. I went to Turners Ourdoorsman this morning looking for a New Revolver and asked if they had a L frame 357 magnum. The guy paused and then asked

"How about a N frame 357 magnum?"

I'm sure my jaw dropped and when I could think clearly again I asked

"Where is it?"

He then showed me a beautiful blued steel model 28 smith and wesson with a 4 inch barrel. Pinned Barrel recessed chamber mouths and I swear almost no trace of a turn line on the cylander. $800.00

I had to have it snapped it up asap. they wouldn't let me take pics though. soon as I can I'll post some

Gary
 
Gary, the M-28's are great revolvers and should outlast both of us. I had no idea that they had gotten so pricy.. Did it come with the box, tools, or paperwork?

Looking forward to seeing photos.
 
Congrats. IMO $800 is on the high side for a 28 but if you really want something it's worth whatever your willing to pay for it. Looking forward to the pictures.
 
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No box or paper work but it includes a black leather holster. Its called a pancake holster I believe. Holster has a soft plush interior to protect the guns finish.

Gary
 
Model 28s are great- built like a truck and will last forever. I have a 4" and a 6" and love shooting them.

That being said- $800 is way more than they are selling for on GB...yes, there are plenty of pristine examples listed for about $800, but they are not selling at that price.

If you want it, and have no issues with the cost, then get it, they are great revolvers!
 
I think you overpaid. But they aren't coming down in price and in 20 years $800 will seem like a bargain. On the other hand I think you got a better gun than an L frame.
 
Saw a pre28 highway Patrolman in average condition tagged at $900. I never thought I'd live to see 28s moving at those prices.
 
Local shop has two, not minty, but still nice, $800 plus tax, so $870 gets one.

Anything on Gunbroker, add $75 for shipping and transfer.
 
About 5-6 years ago I bought a 28-2 for $165 and few days later I was offered a first year HP for $190 and I bought it, too. Didn't think I needed both so I sold the 28 and kept the HP. Still have it. Guess the wife will sell it and buy a new car.

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Just got a 28 yesterday from a man that does'nt shoot its a 4000ish sn. It has not been shot in 20 years.I think its a 1977 but I'm not really sure. it came with a leather holster like the state patrol used years ago.I thought I stole the mans gun @ 250.00 bucks. Looks pretty good & shoots like a dream.I had forgot how cool the 28 is. hope you enjoy yours they are a great handgun.:D
 
I love N-Frame .357's. My first revolver was my 4" 28-2 and while it's since been joined by it's more refined cousin in the form of a 5" 27-2, the old Highway Patrolman will always have a place in my heart.
 
I have a special place in my heart for the Model 28. I carried one for most of my 20 years in LE.

Put down a lot of moose and a buffalo with mine.

I have a Model 27 I love, but it just doesn't have the same meaning as my Model 27 which my dept. gave me when I retired.

I don't have the box it came with (new issue) but I have the letter from my department.

Its hell on bowling pins. Its not for sale, $900 or any other price.

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GaryED50, As for price remember you did not pay to much, you just bought ahead of the curve. In 12 -18 months, if things keep going the way they have been, $800.00 is be a good Price for a CLEAN M-28.
 
In the post-WWII era, many police officers, especially highway patrol officers, wanted a .357 Magnum revolver, but S&W made that caliber only in its high cost .357 Magnum revolver, later called the Model 27. In response to the clamor for a less costly version that would better fit police budgets, S&W made the Highway Patrolman, later called the Model 28. It is identical, except for cosmetics, with the Model 27. The barrel rib and top strap are sandblasted instead of checkered, the grips are plain walnut, and the finish is a matte blue rather than the high polish blue of the parent gun. Otherwise, the guns are identical, even to the hand tuned lockwork.

The Model 28 is a very fine gun and will serve well, possibly better than a Model 27 since there is a tendency to keep Model 27's in the safe while Model 28's go shooting.

Jim
 
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