Smith & Wesson Model 27-2 .357 Magnum, 5-inch Pinned & Recessed N-Frame, High-Polish Blue (1979–1980)
This Model 27-2 is a .357 Magnum N-frame revolver from 1979–1980 with the classic pinned-and-recessed configuration and a 5-inch tapered barrel. It features a high-polish blued finish, adjustable sights, and factory checkered target stocks with S&W medallions, and it comes with the original Smith & Wesson wood presentation case, factory cleaning kit, and instruction sheet.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: There are minor scratches and small blemishes present. The action cycles smoothly and lockup is tight. Light carbon is visible above the forcing cone, and there are light scorch marks on the cylinder consistent with normal firing.
What's Included
- Smith & Wesson wood presentation case with blue velour liner
- Smith & Wesson factory cleaning kit: cleaning rod, bore brush, and cotton mop, plus screwdriver
- Smith & Wesson Model 27 instruction sheet/manual
Built on the robust N-frame with a square-butt grip frame, this Model 27-2 carries the hallmark features that define the series: a pinned barrel and recessed cylinder, a high-polish blued finish, and a finely checkered topstrap and barrel rib to cut glare. The 5-inch tapered barrel with a partial ejector-rod shroud strikes a practical balance of sight radius and handling.
Sighting equipment is fully adjustable, with a pinned ramped front blade and an adjustable micrometer rear sight. The checkered rib and topstrap complement the sight picture by reducing reflections for clear alignment.
The revolver is configured with a wide, serrated target trigger and a wide, checkered hammer spur, pairing well with the double-action/single-action mechanism. Its six-shot fluted cylinder is chambered in .357 Magnum, and capacity is 6 rounds.
Produced in 1979–1980, this 27-2 represents the classic configuration with direct lineage to the original 1935 Registered Magnum. Correct factory rollmarks are present, including SMITH & WESSON, .357 MAGNUM, MADE IN U.S.A., and MOD. 27-2.