Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this double/single-action revolver for a penny-start auction, this is the Smith & Wesson 327 Night Guard.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: 327 Night Guard
Serial: DCH9422
Date of Manufacture: 2008-2011
Caliber: .357 Magnum
Finish: Black
Barrel Length: 2.5"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front Tritium Dot Sight with Fixed Cylinder and Slide Rear Sight
Stock/Grips: Checkered Smooth Hardwood Grips with Finger Grooves
Action: Double/Single-Action
Markings: Standard
Model: 327 Night Guard
Serial: DCH9422
Date of Manufacture: 2008-2011
Caliber: .357 Magnum
Finish: Black
Barrel Length: 2.5"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front Tritium Dot Sight with Fixed Cylinder and Slide Rear Sight
Stock/Grips: Checkered Smooth Hardwood Grips with Finger Grooves
Action: Double/Single-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Smith & Wesson Model 327 Night Guard is one of the most distinctive and sought-after defensive revolvers ever produced by Smith & Wesson, combining the immense power of the .357 Magnum cartridge with the lightweight construction and modern features of the company's innovative Night Guard series. Introduced in the late 2000s, the Model 327 Night Guard was designed for individuals seeking a powerful, high-capacity revolver suitable for personal protection, concealed carry, or home defense. Built on Smith & Wesson's large N-frame, the revolver utilized a scandium-alloy frame, dramatically reducing overall weight while maintaining the strength required to handle full-power .357 Magnum loads. Weighing approximately 28 ounces unloaded, the 327 Night Guard offered a significant weight savings compared to traditional steel N-frame revolvers, making it far more practical for everyday carry. One of the revolver's defining characteristics is its eight-shot cylinder, providing two additional rounds over the traditional six-shot design and giving users increased firepower without transitioning to a semi-automatic pistol. The revolver features a 2.5-inch stainless steel barrel housed within a matte black finish that minimizes glare and enhances corrosion resistance, while a tritium night sight front blade ensures rapid sight acquisition in low-light environments. The rear sight consists of a fixed notch machined into the top strap, emphasizing the revolver's defensive role rather than target shooting applications. Equipped with synthetic Hogue grips, the 327 Night Guard offers improved recoil control and a secure purchase despite the substantial muzzle blast and sharp recoil generated by magnum ammunition in such a lightweight platform. Like other modern Smith & Wesson revolvers, it incorporates the company's internal lock system, although opinions on this feature vary among enthusiasts and collectors.
The Model 327 Night Guard also accepts moon clips, allowing shooters to perform remarkably fast reloads and utilize either .357 Magnum or the softer-shooting .38 Special cartridges with equal reliability. Due to its limited production period and unique combination of attributes—lightweight construction, eight-round capacity, compact dimensions, and formidable ballistic capability—the 327 Night Guard has developed a devoted following among revolver aficionados. Many owners regard it as one of the finest fighting revolvers Smith & Wesson has ever manufactured, blending old-school wheel gun dependability with contemporary materials and defensive enhancements. Today, examples in excellent condition command increasingly strong prices on the collector market, as shooters recognize the Night Guard series as a short-lived but highly innovative chapter in Smith & Wesson's long history of revolver development. The Model 327 Night Guard stands as a testament to the enduring relevance of the defensive revolver, proving that with thoughtful engineering and modern materials, the classic double-action revolver can remain a highly effective and practical sidearm in the twenty-first century.
Contents:
Contents:
This example will ship with all of 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
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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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Additional Information
GunbrokerLink: |
https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1184214622 |
BidPrice: |
0.01 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-07-05 21:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
1827.02 |
SoldOutTime: |
2026-07-05 18:03:45 |
