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Manufacturer
	Smith & Wesson More Info

About the Gun

An evolution of Smith & Wesson's Model 10 revolver, built on their K-frame, also known as the Military & Police Magnum, features a heavy 3 or 4 inch barrel and fixed sights. The revolver was widely used by law enforcement agencies, including the FBI and New York State Police, and was the last revolver issued to FBI agents before their transition to semi-automatic pistols.

Production

This revolver was manufactured starting in the early 1980s and ran through the mid-1980s.

Market value

This gun in 95% condition is valued at approximately $650–$900, based on recent sales data.

Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge:	.357 Magnum
Alias:	.357 Smith & Wesson Magnum
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Analysis

This .357 Magnum revolver, built on a forged carbon steel K-frame, was produced from 1974 to 1999, evolving through five variants with incremental engineering improvements. Available in 3-inch and 4-inch barrel configurations, it features a heavy barrel, fixed sights, and a hammer-block safety, ensuring reliability and safety for law enforcement use, notably by the FBI. The 3-inch variant gained prominence for concealability, while the 4-inch offered balanced accuracy. Blued finishes dominate, with rare nickel versions commanding premiums. Current market values range from $475–$2,000, driven by condition, rarity, and provenance, particularly for FBI-associated or early pinned and recessed models.