When was the first Smith and Wesson Model 28 made?
The Model 28, also known as the Highway Patrolman, traces its heritage back to the Smith & Wesson Registered Magnum. The Registered Magnum morphed into the 357 Magnum (first production model completed April 8, 1935).
When did the Smith and Wesson Highway Patrolman come out?
Twenty-five guns with 5 in barrels and nickel finish marked “F.H.P.” (Florida Highway Patrol) #32 through #56 shipped in 1959. Adjustable rear sights and Baughman front sight. The Smith & Wesson (S&W) Model 28, also known as the Highway Patrolman, is an N-frame revolver chambered for the .357 Magnum cartridge, in production from 1954 to 1986.
When was the first Smith and Wesson Magnum made?
The Registered Magnum morphed into the 357 Magnum (first production model completed April 8, 1935). The 357 Magnum was temporarily discontinued in 1941 when S&W turned their focus to wartime production, but was reintroduced in December 1948 with the new series beginning at serial number S72000.
When did the highway patrolman Model 28 come out?
S&W responded with the Highway Patrolman (later renamed the Model 28 in 1957). The manufacturing changes made for a more affordable revolver, though mechanically the Highway Patrolman is the same as the more ornate Model 27. The Model 28 was in production from 1954 through 1986.
Where can I find the serial number on a Smith and Wesson pistol?
Look up the pistol’s full serial number — including all letters and numbers — in the back section of the “Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson” book. These listings inform you of the pistol’s date of manufacture, based on the serial number.
How to identify a s and W revolver and when was it made?
Many people have questions about how to identify a S&W revolver and when was it made. I borrowed this from a thread on Highroad.org forum. It has a lot of info that might be of interest to many of you. This is where to look for the model number (not used until around 1957). Sometimes the serial number is here, especially in later models.