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Mr. Smith

11-13-13, 17:18

There was a time in my life that I thought a Smith 28 was just a gun that old men had.
Now I know better.

I did about 12hr of bodywork on it and got it down to a 1000 scratch, blasted and prepared.
Then it went to charcoal blue.
The trigger and hammer were cut down and polished along with the screws.
Installed a custom set of grips out of walnut fit and polished them.
Did my standard action job put a cylinder stop in.

Then all I had to do was get some good pics.

http://i807.photobucket.com/albums/yy358/SuperiorFirearms/Smith%2028%20in%20charcoal%20blue/IMG_2339_zpsf32a55ac.jpg (http://s807.photobucket.com/user/SuperiorFirearms/media/Smith%2028%20in%20charcoal%20blue/IMG_2339_zpsf32a55ac.jpg.html)

http://i807.photobucket.com/albums/yy358/SuperiorFirearms/Smith%2028%20in%20charcoal%20blue/IMG_2331_zpscd2d2257.jpg (http://s807.photobucket.com/user/SuperiorFirearms/media/Smith%2028%20in%20charcoal%20blue/IMG_2331_zpscd2d2257.jpg.html)

http://i807.photobucket.com/albums/yy358/SuperiorFirearms/Smith%2028%20in%20charcoal%20blue/IMG_2348_zps41b74106.jpg (http://s807.photobucket.com/user/SuperiorFirearms/media/Smith%2028%20in%20charcoal%20blue/IMG_2348_zps41b74106.jpg.html)

http://i807.photobucket.com/albums/yy358/SuperiorFirearms/Smith%2028%20in%20charcoal%20blue/IMG_2354_zps4dcbde69.jpg (http://s807.photobucket.com/user/SuperiorFirearms/media/Smith%2028%20in%20charcoal%20blue/IMG_2354_zps4dcbde69.jpg.html)

What do you think about my work?

PT Doc

11-13-13, 17:20

You really should consider doing this for a living. :)

Mr. Smith

11-13-13, 17:27

Thanks it is a great and wild ride to say the least.
I am living my dream.

wlptpd3

11-13-13, 19:14

That's beautiful Joe, a one of a kind piece of true craftsmanship.

ucrt

11-13-13, 22:18

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Nice job!

I love my 28's. They probably were the best value in .357...ever. They are bomb-proof. When you were out of ammo you still had a pretty good "weapon" in your hand. :)

What do you charge for that kind of work?

Thanks for posting.

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PD Sgt.

11-14-13, 00:38

That is some great work there. The grips are fantastic, and really make a perfect compliment to all the other work.

Dave Berryhill

11-14-13, 07:57

Very nice work! Who made the grips?

Mr. Smith

11-14-13, 09:38

I sent you a PM about the price.

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Nice job!

I love my 28's. They probably were the best value in .357...ever. They are bomb-proof. When you were out of ammo you still had a pretty good "weapon" in your hand. :)

What do you charge for that kind of work?

Thanks for posting.

.

Mr. Smith

11-14-13, 09:43

Thank you all for your complements.

Dump1567

11-14-13, 12:25

Nice.
If you haven't already posted, I'm sure the members on the http://smith-wessonforum.com would love to see these pics.

RogerinTPA

11-15-13, 15:20

Another created masterpiece as usual. Well done Mr Smith.

Mr. Smith

11-15-13, 16:08

Thank you
I have never gotten on http://smith-wessonforum.com but I will try.

MistWolf

11-17-13, 15:15

There was a time in my life that I thought a Smith 28 was just a gun that old men had.
Now I know better.

With age, comes wisdom

Nicely done

DTHN2LGS

11-17-13, 15:43

Nice work!

Those are good guns, I wouldn't mind getting one someday.

Riverkilt

11-17-13, 16:48

That is beautiful work - you're a craftsman. I AM an olde man and for all the handguns I've collected in my rampant addiction my S&W service revolver remains my favorite.

Mr. Smith

11-18-13, 12:29

Thank you all

Mr. Greene

11-18-13, 12:31

Awesome job. There's nothing better than an old smith revolver and that one is truly awesome

Don Robison

11-18-13, 12:32

Damn, now you're really making miss my first carry gun from the 80s. That thing is beautiful.

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Mr. Smith

11-18-13, 12:36

You can have one if you would like just give me a call.
Thanks

G woody

11-19-13, 09:27

"WOW"

Mr. Smith

11-19-13, 11:35

Thank you

fomeister

11-19-13, 13:38

Beautiful and hardcore, the 28 is one of my favorite guns. I am anxious to see my 27 when you get through with it.

Mr. Smith

11-19-13, 16:49

As am I brother as am I.

SE Flyer

11-24-13, 07:16

Great looking revolver. Curious though as you state you are a former VSM regional endorsed instructor, yet your website still shows you as a VSM instructor. What's the deal? How come you are no longer? I've had some colleagues recommend you as a good trainer in the Kentuckiana region.

d90king

11-24-13, 11:55

Very nicely done Joe! Looks fantastic...

mattexass

11-24-13, 13:29

Joe,

That is amazing. Everytime I see your work I feel more the urge to get my grandfathers K frame your way. It'll happen one day. Once again amazing work the photos make it hard to stand.

Drifting Fate

11-24-13, 18:42

Taste does refine with age.

Mr. Smith

11-25-13, 16:12