And Wesson Serial Numbers N Frame: Smith

The Smith & Wesson N-Frame is the legendary large-frame revolver platform, home to iconic models like the .357 Magnum (Model 27), the .44 Magnum (Model 29), the Highway Patrolman (Model 28), and various .45 ACP revolvers (Models 22, 25, 1955 Target). For collectors and owners, the serial number is the key to unlocking a gun’s birthday, engineering changes, and historical context.