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The ultimate Highway Patrolman thread.including N frame ser# ranges
,Ultimate Highway Patrolman Thread After searching for, and reading almost every Highway Patrolman thread,(there are currently 24 pages when using the search function). I found myself longing for a thread where one could go for all things H.P.
This thread would ideally include serial number ranges, pictures of members guns,including Ser.#s(excluding digits as preferred) , any info received in letters , and, of course, plenty of opinions. Kind of a Highway Partolman database, where newbies and all could be directed to, to answer questions. April, 1954, Highway Patrolman introduced, Ser.# S103500 ,8,427 produced in 1954, Sometime,late 1956 to 1957 the upper sideplate screw deleted at approx. Ser.# S171584 (earlier 4 screw N frames have been noted,but this is generally conceded to be the dividing line.)_ Al The time between when the upper sideplate screw was deleted and the model number was stamped is when the 4 screw non-model marked N frames were produced. By my estimate, there were approximately 11,000 n.m.m. 4 screws produced throughout the various models including ,,357 Magnum ,Highway Patrolman ,38/44 Heavy Duty ,44 hand ejector ,1950 Target models , and 1955 Target models. ,How many of these were Highway Patrolman , who only knows. But do keep your eye out for this scarce variation and let us know whenever you find one 1957, the Highway Patrolman is model # stamped MOD 28 at approx ser.# S1821xx - 1960, as with all N frames during this timeframe, the extractor rod thread is changed from right hand thread to left hand thread to prevent unscrewing and binding under recoil. At this time a model marked , 28-1 , was produced ,but no examples have been found. (Optimistic Note; to you who read this,If ever you should find a model marked 28-1, do what you must to make the deal and contact us here at this forum. We all would love to see one. 1961, or 1962 the Mod.28-2 is born with the elimination of the triggerguard screw, and a change to the ,cylinder stop. Note;: The earliest 28-2 I have observed is S222652 AND IS A 3 screw gun. 1968 , Diamond center stocks are deleted 1969 begin N serial # prefix 1982,Model 28-3, cylinder counterbore,pinned barrel deleted , cylinder length shortened to 1.57" 1986 , The Highway Patrolman dies an untimely, buy business wise death. Would any of you having info to add please post it and I will add it to this original post. There you are, take care and have a great 2008 , Regards ,,Al ,,S serial prefix , N frames, the Highway Patrolman Years,. 1954--1955 , ,S103500, to S139999 1955--1956, S140000 to S149999 1956--1957, S150000 to S175999 1957--1958 S176000 to S181999 1958--1959 S182000 to S194499 1959--1960 S194500 to S206999 1960--1961 S207000 to S219999, 1961--1962 S220000 to SS227999 1962--1963 S228000 to S231999 1963--1964 S232000 to S235999 1964--1965 S236000 to S257999 1965--1966 S258000 to S261999 1966--1967 S262000 to S289999 1967--1968 S290000 to S304999 1968--1969 S305000 to S329999 1969--1970 S330000 to S333454 1969--1972 N1 to N100000 1973 N1000000 up 1974--1977 N200000 1975--1976 N300000 1977--1978 N400000 1978--1980 N500000 1979--1980 N600000 1980-- N700000 1980--1983 N800000 1982--1986 N900000 N97xxxx being the highest known 1986 Here is the list (breakdown) of members guns by ser.# range and particulars 6 4" 5 screws ,S# range S1046** to S1343** 1 6" 5 screw S# Range S1650** 2 n.m.m. 4 screw S# range S1762** to S1822** 1 4" 1 6" 4 MOD 28 4 screw S# range S1926** to S205*** 4 4" 2 6" 7 28-2 S prefix S#. range S223*** to S294*** 4 4" 3 6" 22 28-2 N prefix S#. range N1141** to N5756** 14 4" , 8 6" 4 28-3 N prefix S# range N9562** to N959*** 3 4" 1 6" |
This oughta be good. I'll add info when I get home.
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Sounds like a good idea. I only have one HP, but enjoy reading anything S&W. Ive been collecting Smiths for a long time and ive found there is always something to learn.
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Not much to offer here except this pic of one of the nickel "salesman sample" guns that I used to own....
http://www.fototime.com/94E4D01A947EE64/standard.jpg Oh yeah, how about an early sales flyer: http://www.fototime.com/E77E234EC7EAA0B/orig.jpg |
Just one, a Model 28-2 4", N 228,XXX.
http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w...d/000_1183.jpg http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w...d/000_1188.jpg |
Al, I have posted this before. I own a model marked 28 4" 4 screw with serial number S18217X.
I know Smith didn't always ship in s/n sequence order, but it is slightly lower than the s/n you posted. |
Here's a 4" 28-3 with a pretty late "N" S/N, N959XXX:
http://www.fototime.com/9BC0B720E83133C/orig.jpg Bill |
Check out this thread that includes the following comment by hsguy on the origin of the name, “Highway Patrolman.”
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Ever seen that pretty picture of all the K frame 3"ers Rob has? http://smith-wessonforum.com/groupee...on_biggrin.gif |
My 6in , 5-screw Highway Patrolman , ser.no. S1650xx
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v4...1/PB220001.jpg |
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That gun was one of two that I had and let go about 3 years ago when I was changing directions.... I know, sad reason, but it's true. The known nickel 4" guns are in the N40xxx and N43xxx serial number ranges, give or take a few #'s. Value (after I sold mine off http://smith-wessonforum.com/groupee...icon_frown.gif) climbed to $2k plus, but that's what happens.... Never look back, just enjoy the hardware that we have and be happy http://smith-wessonforum.com/groupee...icon_smile.gif |
SmithNut,
Rob ~ a couple of years ago I posted a Variant thread on the Highway Patrolman. Listed every variant and every forum member contributed that had a unusual Model 28 or HP.... Could you look in the archives and resurrect the thread? It was the most in depth thread on HP's that we've done.... Giz |
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http://smith-wessonforum.com/eve/for...6131026471/p/1 |
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I don't have a HP, but I sure enjoy all this. And that thread is next..
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A few of mine:
5-Screw With Stags - SN: S1269XX https://i122.photobucket.com/albums/...%20R%20Box.jpg https://i122.photobucket.com/albums/...%20L%20Box.jpg 4-Screw 28 (NoDash) - SN: S1926XX https://i122.photobucket.com/albums/...%20R%20Box.jpg https://i122.photobucket.com/albums/...%20L%20Box.jpg 4-Screw 28 (NoDash) Working Gun - SN: S2035XX https://i122.photobucket.com/albums/...%20R%20Box.jpg https://i122.photobucket.com/albums/...%20L%20Box.jpg 28-2 N284XXX: https://i122.photobucket.com/albums/...%20R%20Box.jpg https://i122.photobucket.com/albums/...%20L%20Box.jpg 28-2 (Refinished High Gloss) SN: N5610XX https://i122.photobucket.com/albums/...%20N561086.jpg https://i122.photobucket.com/albums/...561086%20L.jpg Small and humble contribution. |
28-2, N575656, 4" bbl
28-2, S264774, 6" bbl |
This one is my only claim to fame which I've posted previously; here's another view:
http://i7.tinypic.com/7wrjvcp.jpg Pre-model, 5 screw Highway Patrolman, S1343xx. |
28-2; 4"; SN S 332267: DOB 1969/1970 (I think)
Working gun rayb |
4" 28-3 N9574xx
http://i241.photobucket.com/albums/f...ristmas018.jpg |
I have but two,
28 no dash four screw, S194XXX 28-2 purchased by me from F.Morton Pitt in LA in 1968 S294XXX Both Diamonds of course, the 28-2 large grips. Note the serial #s, I didn't plan that, it just happened. (embarrased, can somebody point me to one of the "how to post a picture thread) |
Here is an interesting HP.
http://www.cabelas.com/cabelas/en/content/community/gun...sp?hierarchyId=11647 |
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Rob, Thanks so much for digging that one back up, thought it was archived forever.... Giz |
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No need to be embarrassed - bdGreen tells it best: http://smith-wessonforum.com/eve/for...4/m/8311066552 |
Anyone notice that the later HPs had almost as glossy a finish as other S&Ws of the day?
The original HPs and older 28s still had a fairly matte satin blue finish. |
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N5006XX, from 1977 or 1978 I think.
http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b1...er-G/28-2b.jpg http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b1...er-G/28-2a.jpg |
rm06 , that is possibly one of the finest photographs of a H.P. ,or any gun for that matter,,I have ever seen, ( applause,.....).
Regarding the finish variations on H.P.'s the most popular theory is what day of the week a gun was polished (how good the polisher felt at the time) would make one or another shinier than the rest. But having seen examples across the 29 years they were produced I cannot say I've noticed any particular timeframe where they were shinier than most. Maybe others can add their opinions http://smith-wessonforum.com/groupee...n_rolleyes.gif Regards ,,Al |
I have a sad story about a model 28 my dad had. He was a sheriff deputy in Barton county Kansas in the early 70’s and had a 4 inch 28 that he had hard chromed by someone named “Tiny” in SE Kansas. It was a beautiful gun. It had a great trigger and a lot of good memories with it. I carried it when I was in college while working security. Now the sad part. My dad and his wife had a major house fire in September. Everyone but the dog made it out, but the top floor of the house was gone. While visiting at Christmas I asked my dad about the gun. He said the rubber grip had milted to the frame and the cylinder was welded to the frame as well. I thought that I could get it and put it on a plaque for him and my kids when I got it. He told me that when the house was being cleaned up it was thrown away. So now it’s gone. I have plans to find another 28 and try to make it look like his, but it won’t be. Sorry for the sob story, but it feels good to vent to people that understand.
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Sir, mine is hardly an "ultimate" Highway Patrolman, being somewhat worn, but it still functions just fine. S293xxx.
Single-action: http://i67.photobucket.com/albums/h3...6/IMG_0474.jpg Double-action: http://i67.photobucket.com/albums/h3...6/IMG_0546.jpg Hope this helps, and Semper Fi. Ron H. |
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28-2 I put in layaway.
A 4 inch, three screw, S223xxx. I'd give you the last three, but I can't remember them. What's the earliest known 3 screw? |
Giz, here's the only HP in my safe. It's actually my 5 year old son's gun given to him by his grandfather when he turned two. Every time I ask my son if I can shoot it, he's says "No, I want to shoot it first."
It's a 28-2 N5156XX from 1978 or 1978 I presume. http://i161.photobucket.com/albums/t...shrmg/28-2.jpg |
This is my 4" M28-3, non-pinned, non-recessed, smooth combat trigger, SN N9562XX, date 1985-1986?
http://www.hunt101.com/data/500/30132S_W_M28-3.jpg When was the transition from "N"-prefix to the three-letter-prefix done for the Model 28-3's? Buck |
Great looking HP's http://smith-wessonforum.com/groupee...icon_smile.gif
Any numbers reported under S104600 ? Highest number reported ? Thanks ! |
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My 28-2: S/N# N539XXX. DOB: 1978. From my father's estate. Not sure if it is a 3 or 4 screw. Too lazy to go look . . .
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Nice 28's you guys, dang, some great photos too! Had a HP in '78 when I worked for an armored car service in the five boroughs in NY - yeah, dumb. Sold it in 1980 - dumber.
Odinkar - truly a sad story |
jpmccr- Yours is a 3 screw.
4 screw revolvers ended in 1961-62, maybe 1963 or so. Well before the "N" prefix began. |
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PZ93C, thanks. I was all comfortable downstairs surfing last night and I just didn't want to go get my keys, go upstairs, unlock my cabinet, pull it out of it holster, look at it, put it back, lock it back up, and come back downstairs. (It is going to be hard getting started this new year http://smith-wessonforum.com/groupee...n_rolleyes.gif).
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My S-serial HP that taught me trigger work, tuning(and came out well), got a bit of a cold blue makeover (it was already re-blued, just tired)and makes me a better shooter...
http://i218.photobucket.com/albums/c...steelplate.jpg |
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My 28-2 Highway Patrolman has three screws recessed and pinned. The Serial # is S271xxx. How does one post photo's. Thanks http://i240.photobucket.com/albums/f...m/DSC_0002.jpg |
I have a 28-2 ser no S-250,000. It has a target hammer and trigger with a 4" bbl. It appears to be unfired. The letter from Roy says it went to an employee who picked it up at Camfour. I believe it was Dave Baker which was a code name at Camfour for employee. Havn't found out who the real Dave is yet! Larry
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Great H.P.'s everybody. I promise to update the original post with all pertinent info,including N-prefix Ser.# rarges.
Please remember if you have a letter,post the ship date along with the Ser.# so others can use as a reference. Thanks ,,,Al |
Here is the list (breakdown) of members guns by ser.# range and particulars http://smith-wessonforum.com/groupee...icon_smile.gif
6 4" 5 screws ,S# range S1046** to S1343** 1 6" 5 screw S# Range S1650** 2 n.m.m. 4 screw S# range S1762** to S1822** 1 4" 1 6" 4 MOD 28 4 screw S# range S1926** to S205*** 4 4" 2 6" 7 28-2 S prefix S#. range S223*** to S294*** 4 4" 3 6" 22 28-2 N prefix S#. range N1141** to N5756** 14 4" , 8 6" 4 28-3 N prefix S# range N9562** to N959*** 3 4" 1 6" Please add your own Ser.#'s to the mix , don't you find it interesting to see them broken down this way? Thanks for your contributions, keep it up , ,,,Al |
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