Smith Wesson 327 .357 Mag Blk 2" *EXCELLENT 8-SHOT DOUBLE-ACTION REVOLVER*

The Smith & Wesson Performance Center Model 327 is a high-end, lightweight, large-frame revolver built on Smith & Wesson’s N-Frame platform and engineered to deliver magnum-level performance in an unusually compact and carry-friendly package. Chambered in .357 Magnum and capable of firing .38 Special cartridges, the 327 stands out primarily for its combination of an eight-round cylinder and extremely light construction, achieved through a scandium alloy frame paired with a titanium cylinder and barrel shroud, which dramatically reduces weight compared to traditional all-steel N-frame revolvers. Designed and tuned by Smith & Wesson’s Performance Center, the revolver typically features a short barrel (commonly 2 inches in snub configurations, though longer variants exist), a hand-tuned double-action/single-action trigger system, and enhanced internal polishing and fitting intended to improve smoothness and consistency over standard production models. The result is a revolver that feels closer to a duty-sized magnum in capacity and strength, yet carries like a compact defensive handgun, making it popular among enthusiasts who want revolver simplicity without sacrificing firepower. Despite its relatively small size for an N-frame, the 327 is known for producing significant recoil and a pronounced muzzle blast when firing full-power .357 Magnum loads, a tradeoff directly tied to its weight savings and short barrel length, though many shooters find it more controllable than ultralight J-frame magnums due to its larger grip and frame geometry. 

Performance Center enhancements often include improved sights, such as a fiber-optic front sight and a fixed or shallow rear notch, along with tighter cylinder lockup and smoother trigger breaks that help maximize accuracy at defensive distances. Variants like the TRR8 and other limited editions expand the platform with longer barrels, accessory rails, or optics-ready configurations, further demonstrating its adaptability beyond pure concealed carry roles. Overall, the Smith & Wesson Performance Center 327 is widely regarded as a specialized “high-capacity revolver,” blending modern materials and custom-shop tuning with classic revolver operation, making it a distinctive option for shooters who value reliability, simplicity, and power in a lightweight but premium package.

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This example will ship with the factory-labeled Smith And Wesson case and all of the contents pictured above.