I have always been a Colt guy but lately I have discovered classic Smiths. My last two purchases have been Smiths. I am really pleased to find them. I narrowed down my search to a blue 586 no dash and a blue 27-2 in 3.5" both are seldom seen for sale in my area. They both came from private collections so neither have had many rounds shot, mostly pampered. The 586 is a 1983 model and the 27-2 is a 1969 model. A few pictures of the two.