My experience with the "Blueing" S&W used on their earlier SS revolvers was less than satisfactory as far as wear and durability, at least on our 1980's issue model 66's.
Although I am not up on the exact formulas and methods manufacturers are now using on SS guns, many are very durable and long lasting. The "Kim Pro II" finish, for example, on a SS 1911 I own that sees a lot of holster time still looks like new. The problem might be finding one that matches the original finish with the rest of the gun.