Selected Handgun Detail

Manufacturer
	Smith & Wesson More Info

About the Gun

The Night Guard series are short-barrel, compact, double-action revolvers built especially for personal defense and concealed carry. They employ advanced construction and design features, and they share a common configuration across three different frame sizes and six different chamberings.

Production

Production of this specific model occurred between 2010 and 2012.

Market value

MSRP at launch was $1,153. Current market value for used examples in excellent condition typically ranges from $1,000 to $1,300.

Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge:	.41 Remington Magnum
Alias:	N/A
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Analysis

The Model 357 Night Guard offered N-frame .41 Magnum capability in a scandium package, providing a middle-ground ballistic option between .357 Magnum and .44 Magnum with effective penetration and expansion from loads like 210-grain JHPs, while allowing milder .41 Special equivalents or reduced-power reloads for manageable recoil in the lightweight frame. It appealed to users seeking a distinctive big-bore carry revolver with less recoil than full .44 Magnum equivalents yet more authority than standard .357s, with Pachmayr grips aiding control during strings despite the stout kick from hot loads. Fixed tritium front and U-notch rear supported rapid low-light targeting, suiting defensive or trail roles in the semiauto-dominated era. Low production volume—tied to the niche .41 Magnum demand—creates higher scarcity than most N-frame Night Guards, driving collector interest and firm secondary values today. No variants in the Night Guard run; it remains a standout for those prioritizing cartridge uniqueness in a compact scandium revolver.