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Lot 1561:Houston Police Officer's Smith & Wesson Model 28-3 Revolver

May 3rd, 2025|Bedford, TX
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Lot 1561:Houston Police Officer's Smith & Wesson Model 28-3 Revolver

May 3rd, 2025|Bedford, TX
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Houston Police Officer’s Inscribed Smith & Wesson Model 28-3 Highway Patrolman Double Action Service Revolver with Holster and Houston Police Badge

Manufactured in the mid-1980s, this S&W Model 28-3 Revolver was carried in the line of duty by Houston police officer Thomas A. Payton and as such is inscribed to him. According to his included Texas law enforcement commission, Payton served with the Houston Park Police Department from August 27, 1973, to August 31, 1985, and Houston Police Department from September 1, 1985, to September 18, 1991, which is nearly a 20 year career in Texas law enforcement. The death record for Thomas Arthur Payton indicates he passed away a couple of days before his 61st birthday on September 18, 1991, meaning he was still serving his city at the time of his death. Houston Park Police merged with the Houston Police Department on September 1, 1985. This revolver would have been acquired by Payton around the merger of the two departments. The full floral scroll engraved silver grip cap features the inscription “T.A. PAYTON” and his badge number “882” on separate raised gold banners. Included is Payton’s “882” Houston Police badge and his Frisbie leather holster.

ConditionVery fine with 75% plus original blue finish remaining and exhibiting authentic wear and tear associated with a Texas law enforcement side arm carried daily in the line of duty by a Houston police officer. Mechanically excellent. The holster is fine with typical wear related to daily use. This S&W Model 28-3 Revolver will be a great addition to any law enforcement collection.
Details
ManufacturerSmith & Wesson
Model28-3
TypeRevolver
Serial number
ClassModern Handgun
Caliber / Gauge357 Magnum
Barrel4 inch solid rib
Finishblue
Gripwalnut
Bore conditionBright with strong rifling.

Item LocationBedford, TX
Views582
Catalog page473
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