Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this classic double-action revolver today for auction, this is the Smith & Wesson 28-2, also known as the Highway Patrolman!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: 28-2
Serial: S328094
Date of Manufacture: 1969
Caliber: .357 Magnum / .38 Special
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 4" Pinned Barrel
Optics/Sights: Serrated Ramp Front with Adjustable Micrometer Click Rear
Stock/Grips: Walnut Grips with Checkering and S&W Medallions
Action: Double/Single-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Smith & Wesson Model 28, also known as the Highway Patrolman, is a .357 Magnum/.38 Special double-action/single-action revolver introduced in April 1954. Built on the square-butt N-frame with five screws, it was designed as a utilitarian version of the Model 27, featuring a durable satin blue finish. Notably, it is the only N-frame revolver with a non-serrated, adjustable rear sight leaf and a barrel rib without serrations, a feature it shares with the Model 56. The revolver has a six-shot, fluted, counterbored cylinder with a nominal length of 1.62" and is offered with either a 4" or 6" pinned and ribbed barrel. Grip options include Magna-style or target walnut grips with S&W medallions and diamond inserts. Early models featured a six-groove serrated backstrap and forestrap, later updated to a ten-groove pattern for improved handling. Additional distinguishing features include “Highway Patrol” stamped on the barrel, a 1/8" Baughman Quick Draw front sight, an adjustable micrometer click rear sight, a shrouded extractor rod, a .400" semi-target hammer, and either a .265" serrated or .400" smooth trigger.
Model: 28-2
Serial: S328094
Date of Manufacture: 1969
Caliber: .357 Magnum / .38 Special
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 4" Pinned Barrel
Optics/Sights: Serrated Ramp Front with Adjustable Micrometer Click Rear
Stock/Grips: Walnut Grips with Checkering and S&W Medallions
Action: Double/Single-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Smith & Wesson Model 28, also known as the Highway Patrolman, is a .357 Magnum/.38 Special double-action/single-action revolver introduced in April 1954. Built on the square-butt N-frame with five screws, it was designed as a utilitarian version of the Model 27, featuring a durable satin blue finish. Notably, it is the only N-frame revolver with a non-serrated, adjustable rear sight leaf and a barrel rib without serrations, a feature it shares with the Model 56. The revolver has a six-shot, fluted, counterbored cylinder with a nominal length of 1.62" and is offered with either a 4" or 6" pinned and ribbed barrel. Grip options include Magna-style or target walnut grips with S&W medallions and diamond inserts. Early models featured a six-groove serrated backstrap and forestrap, later updated to a ten-groove pattern for improved handling. Additional distinguishing features include “Highway Patrol” stamped on the barrel, a 1/8" Baughman Quick Draw front sight, an adjustable micrometer click rear sight, a shrouded extractor rod, a .400" semi-target hammer, and either a .265" serrated or .400" smooth trigger.
The original test-production revolvers were marked “PATROLMAN”, and the name change to Highway Patrolman was suggested by Mrs. Florence Van Orden of The Evaluators Ltd. to then-president Carl Hellstrom. Approximately 8,427 units were manufactured in the first year, and production continued from 1954 to 1986, cementing the Model 28’s reputation as a rugged, reliable duty revolver for law enforcement and professional use.
Contents:
This example will ship with the matching factory-labeled box and all the contents pictured above!
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
Handgun Standard Shipping with Insurance $50.00
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Payment Details
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Payment MUST be received within 14 days.
Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Additional Details
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