I think you all are correct, it appears to be a 2nd model HE as there is no extractor tip shroud. Of course photos will help as will the serial number. I didn't have a camera with me when I put down the deposit. I immediately liked the gun because it had a Micro adjustable rear target sight. Every revolver or pistol I've ever shot has a POI to the left because I have small hands and can't get straight behind the gun so it recoils left.

I live in the East Bay (Northern California) and the gun shop is in San Carlos on the other side of the bay, 30+ miles and horrible traffic away.

Many thanks for the info/advice so far.