Smith & Wesson Model 28-2 Highway Patrolman .357 Magnum Revolver – 4" Heavy Pinned Barrel (1973)
Produced in 1973, this Smith & Wesson Model 28-2 Highway Patrolman pairs the strength of the N-frame with a practical matte blue finish that made it a favored duty sidearm. It retains desirable pre-1982 features—pinned heavy barrel, recessed chambers, and checkered walnut Magna stocks—while delivering the robust .357 Magnum performance collectors and shooters value.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good – Shows some prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent – Clean, mirror finish with sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Minor scratching, scuffing, blemishing, and light holster wear are present on exterior surfaces.
What’s Included
- Smith & Wesson blue two-piece factory cardboard box with serial-numbered label
The serial prefix N195XXX dates this revolver to the second year of the 28-2’s 1970s production run. Being the service-grade counterpart to the Model 27, it offers the same forged N-frame strength but with a matte bead-blasted finish that reduces glare and cost without compromising durability.
The 4-inch heavy barrel is pinned to the frame for secure alignment and sports a solid rib with a pinned serrated Baughman ramp front sight. Chambers are recessed, fully enclosing cartridge rims for added support when firing high-pressure .357 Magnum loads.
S&W’s smooth-face, case-hardened trigger and wide checkered hammer provide a consistent, reliable double-action/single-action pull. A fully adjustable S&W micrometer rear sight allows precise elevation and windage corrections, complementing the crisp iron sight picture.
Checkered walnut Magna service stocks with inlaid S&W medallions complete the square-butt N-frame, offering a secure grip and classic appearance. The carbon-steel frame, cylinder, and barrel are all finished in an even matte blue oxide that resists reflection and blends minor handling marks.