Highway Patrolman

[Walkin Horse]

I stopped by the LGS today and hidden I found a 28-2. Looks brand new,with no blue wear or much of a turn line. It has a pinned barrel and recessed cylinder. SN N502346. I got it for $900. How did I do? I also came across a used snake. See the other thread.

 

[WardenRoss]

Pure green with envy!

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[TJm15.38]

You got a real nice one with target grips. I would have taken that deal. Congrats!

 

[Retired W4]

I think you did just fine for a very nice example. I'm thinking the revolver is from ~1978 but the stocks with the speed loader cut came into being around 1980, so likely not original. Regardless, fine Highway Patrolman.

 

[Pine_Worker]

You dun good!

 

[robvious]

the grips are worth about $150.. so well done...

 

[.455_Hunter]

The gun is outstanding, but I wouldn't even leave the LGS with the sections of 2x2's, I mean "target" grips.

 

[colt_saa]

Looks like you had a fantastic Saturday

If that's typical of this shop I would be going back there at least once a week

 

[Walkin Horse]

Looks like you had a fantastic Saturday

If that's typical of this shop I would be going back there at least once a week

I went there about 6 weeks ago and left with a Colt Pony and a used SA 35. I can’t go to often.

 

[.38SuperMan]

Went to a good size show today and one of the vendors had a 1978 6” that appeared unfired without a box and the asking price was $1050. Of course asking and getting are two different things.

 

[Hawg Rider]

Very nice HP! Just a few years ago 6" Model 28-2s could be had for $400-$500 because everyone wanted 4" versions. 6" bbl. versions were kind of the redheaded stepchildren of N-frame S&W revolvers. Now they're selling for quite a bit more money, and deservedly so. HPs are very well made, rugged, accurate, and dependable revolvers. You should have a lot of fun with your new acquisition. Enjoy!

 

[Narragansett]

How can you go wrong? You bought a no frills M27 that looks to be in super shape. You did not overpay, but you did not steal it either. The added target stocks are a nice feature. All in all, you did just fine.

 

[jcs266]

I have that exact 28-2 and it's a dream to shoot. Even 158gr Rem SJHP full power loads are easily handled with that big gun. Accurate too of course.

Great find - It's a classic!

 

[A10]

You done good. I would bet those target stocks came with it from the factory. It's late enough in the run of frames that it may have shipped around 79 or 80 with them.

 

[Jocko-44]

You did good! Beautiful gun!

 

[Skyhunter]

I'd say that you did well.
That's a good looking revolver!
Enjoy!

WYT-P
Skyhunter

 

[Rudi]

Man! That is purdy.

 

[squid8286]

Very nice-looking revolver!

 

[BC38]

Very nice. Too nice for my collection - it would be the prettiest one in the safe.

 

[YeshuaIsa53]

A good-looking workhorse.