More desireable: M27 or M28?

[bobcat3388]

I agree Penmon. I have found the M28-2, 4" and since then have been doing that exact same thing. I found a 27-2, 6" in a presentation case, little to no wear evident on the gun or case that just keeps calling my name. The auction is almost over, and they are asking $1250 for it. Being new to this, I am trying to determine if this is a good deal or not.

 

[henry1089]

Either way you win
I have a couple of both. i will say i shoot the 28's more for no reason other than if they get banged up at the range i don't care as much, they are deadly accurate, and very comfortalbe in the hand, (as are the 27's) IMHO the 28 is a working mans gun, take it out and run it hard, clean it up, and repeat ASAP

 

[silentflyer]

To me the 8 3/8" M27 is the perfect wheel gun IMHO.

 

[Tom_R]

Two Of the best Revolvers ever made.

I had a beautiful nickel model 27-2. It was too pretty, after having it as a safe queen I traded it and some cash for a custom 1911 that I shoot all of the time.

I also have a model 28-2. My first Smith and Wesson Revolver. It gets shot a lot. Every time I go to the range, it is in the bag. Great trigger, super accurate.

It depends on what you are looking for.

You want beauty, go for this:


You want handsome ruggedness, go for this:

 

[BigBill]

Don't forget the world famous S&W nickel finish in the m27-2.

 

[A10]

What Iggy said

 

[bigchuck83]

I have had a model 28 and that is what I'd buy for a heavy use shooter but I'd love to get a model 27 someday. Only advice I can give is if you get either one In good shape never sell it.


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[STCM(SW)]

M27? Yea, but it does not go out in bad weather...

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M28-2? A working revolver I really like.

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[RIDE-RED 350r]

The thing I've noticed about the 28 is that they have been climbing in price over just the last few years. I recall it being pretty common to see them for sale for under $600, nowadays it seems to be a rarity.

Being that you like both, I would get a 28 while the gettin' is good before they go too crazy.

 

[bananaman]

When I got into revolvers, I was looking for a 27. Couldn't find anything nice at a reasonable price. (call me cheap if you want) SO.... I settled for a 6" Model 28 no dash from 1960. It is a very nice gun. Do I regret not waiting? NO! At a reasonable price, would still like a 27. (BECAUSE) Bob

 

[tug700]

Buy a 27 for future value and let in reside in the safe. Buy a 28 for all other uses plus it will grow in value but at a slower and lower rate of growth.

 

[les.b]

I mostly agree with the posts on this thread, but please don't think that the model 27 is some delicate desert flower that will wilt at the slightest touch!! It is the same gun as the 28, just finished to a higher degree. You can shoot it every day for the rest of your life if you take reasonable care of it. It is just as sturdy as the model 28!!!

Best Regards, Les

 

[mojave30cal]

I'll take the pretty blonde every time.

 

[fyimo]

I'm not sure if anyone mentioned it but they are Identical revolvers mechanically in every way. The Model 28-2 is exactly the same as the model 27-2 except for the high luster blue and checkered top strap. I sold all of my 27-2's off and I kept this one 28-2 with s serial number and it has a 4 inch barrel.

 

[Ceapea]

To me the 8 3/8" M27 is the perfect wheel gun IMHO.

Bought it new and unfired at an estate auction. The estate of a S&W dealer! It is still unfired, along with the same condition M19-4.
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