Smith & Wesson Model 28-2 Highway Patrolman .357 Mag Revolver, 6" Pinned Barrel, Matte Blue
The Model 28-2 Highway Patrolman is Smith & Wesson’s duty-tuned N-frame revolver built for sustained .357 Magnum service use. Manufactured between 1970 and 1972, this full-size six-shot wheelgun pairs the strength of a carbon-steel frame with a bead-blasted matte blue finish originally specified for law-enforcement agencies. The heavy, pinned 6-inch barrel, wide-spur hammer, and smooth combat trigger make it a practical yet collectible example of S&W’s classic production era.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Condition: Excellent – Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling – Sharp lands and grooves.
This revolver displays little sign of prior use beyond the light handling marks noted above.
What’s Included
- Smith & Wesson Model 28-2 Highway Patrolman revolver with factory walnut Magna stocks
The Highway Patrolman designation reflects S&W’s goal of delivering a rugged, affordable magnum for state patrol agencies. The matte bead-blasted finish reduces glare in bright daylight and resists the holster wear common to duty carry.
A pinned, heavy-profile barrel and solid N-frame provide the strength needed for high-round-count training with full-power .357 Mag loads. The 1:18.75 RH twist stabilizes everything from 125-grain defensive rounds to 180-grain hunting loads.
Sights are pure service grade: a Baughman serrated ramp up front and a fully adjustable S&W micrometer rear, giving the shooter a clear sight picture and precise windage/elevation control.
Controls are classic S&W. The wide-spur hammer offers positive purchase for single-action precision, while the smooth combat trigger promotes consistent double-action work. Checkered walnut Magna stocks fill the hand without excess bulk, aiding recoil management.