I wanted a S&W 28-2 a few years ago and never got around to making that happen. Last night, I fixed that problem. I probably overpaid by a couple of hundred, but I really don't care. I don't think I'd be likely to find another one in this condition. GB pictures will have to suffice for now (although they are MUCH better than anything I could take). Hopefully it's on the way to my FFL today or tomorrow and I can carve out some time to get to the range after New Year's.
Posts: 1029 | Location: Georgia | Registered: September 09, 2007
I remember when McBride’s Guns in Austin had a cardboard box on the countertop full of those, your choice, $179. Back when the Texas Department of Public Safety switched to semi-autos in the early 1980s. I bought a couple on my meager UT Student/Employee income.
Posts: 27305 | Location: SW of Hovey, Texas | Registered: January 30, 2007
"But, as luck would have it, he stood up. He caught that chunk of lead." Gunnery Sergeant Carlos Hathcock "If there's one thing this last week has taught me, it's better to have a gun and not need it than to need a gun and not have it." Clarence Worley
Dang! You did good on that purchase. 4" 28-2 is some S&W goodness. And I've said it before the "Highway Patrolman" roll mark is so cool. Well done sir.
I got a call from my FFL today while I was driving home. I stopped by on my way and was happy with my quick look in the store. Once I got home, I went over it really well. I'm not sure that it has ever been fired. It looks BRAND NEW. I'm happy to have finally landed a 28, especially one in this condition. It's looking like a range trip will have to wait for a few weeks at least, but it will get there soon.This message has been edited. Last edited by: bryanZ06,
Posts: 1029 | Location: Georgia | Registered: September 09, 2007
Now you can get the red dot sight adapter, put a C-More optic on the barrel, ditch the wooden grips for some rubber ones, and have it refinished in a tactical matte black. Oh, and don't forget to have the cylinder machined for moon clips and ...
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Posts: 5328 | Location: Commonwealth of Virginia | Registered: January 15, 2007
I've owned several 28s, but never in that nice of condition. I know you will enjoy it and thank you for the photos. Always good to see a classic Smith and Wesson.
Posts: 4680 | Location: Middletown, PA | Registered: January 09, 2007
I had that one on my watch list. Congrats on picking up a really nice package. You did not pay too much at all. The 4" HP's are selling really well these days. I've got my share, but I'm looking to add a 5 screw to my collection.
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Posts: 10463 | Location: St Augustine | Registered: March 09, 2007
That's as pretty a M28 as I've ever seen...always preferred the satin bluing on them over the high gloss M27. Congrats on the find and don't sweat the $. You'll soon forget the outlay as you enjoy your 'grail' gun. I traded one off five decades ago, that was in similar condition, that still haunts me....Best regards, Rod
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