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

Houston Police Officer’s Inscribed Smith & Wesson Model 28-3 Highway Patrolman Double Action Service Revolver with Holster and Houston Police Badge

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: May 3, 2025

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

Houston Police Officer’s Inscribed Smith & Wesson Model 28-3 Highway Patrolman Double Action Service Revolver with Holster and Houston Police Badge

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: May 3, 2025

Estimated Price: $2,500 - $4,000
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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

Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: 28-3
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 357 Magnum
Barrel: 4 inch solid rib
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 430
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 473
Class: Modern Handgun
Bore Condition: Bright with strong rifling.
Description:

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.

Rating Definition:

Very 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.



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