Congratulations on your purchase of a soon to be Classic S&W revolver. For a long time they were over looked as everyone clamored for their beautiful sister the Model 27 with its high luster blue and steel checkered top strap. Just 2 to 3 years ago the Model 28 was undervalued and often sold for $450 to $500. They have risen in price recently to the levels in price that is where it should be because mechanically they are identical to the Model 27.