The difference between the Models 27 and 28s were mainly cosmetic. Model 27s look nicer. The tops of Model 27 barrels were grooved to reduce glare. The really old-school Model 27s had deep, rich bluing while Model 28s had more matte-like bluing. But both shoot well as, beneath the cosmetics, they're the same gun.
.357 Magnum rounds won't beat up the shooter fired from a steel N-frame revolver because physics. N-frame (and L-frame) .357s are true magnum guns. K-frame .357s (except the Model 66-8) are really .38 Special guns that can handle some magnum cartridges. But a lot of police departments back in the day trained with .38s and only issued Magnum rounds for duty use. The K-frames were more popular because they are several ounces lighter and most cops went their entire careers without ever firing a shot outside of a target range.
For an officer who served in rural areas, the Highway Patrolman was the cat's meow for those who had to buy their own guns.
So Comrade Misfit, the question becomes... is this fine example of a wheelgun now in your possession, or is this just an interesting blog post? If it is the former, I anxiously await a follow up post detailing a day at the range.
ReplyDeleteNo, it's mine. A range report will follow.
ReplyDeleteMy, that is pretty.
ReplyDeleteLet us know how it shoots.
Why would I just love to see some kid trying to shoot accurately with that smaller grip after seeing all the limp-waisted automatic spraying videos?
ReplyDeleteActually Cap'n, that would be a light-saber, but otherwise it'll do.
ReplyDeleteTakes two hands ...