Smith & Wesson · Pistol · In Production · 2004
| Weight (empty) | 652 g (23.0 oz) |
| Overall Length | 191 mm (7.52") |
| Barrel Length | 64 mm (2.52") |
| Height | 152 mm (5.98") |
| Width | 41 mm (1.61") |
| Magazine Capacity | 8 rounds |
| Firing Mechanism | Double Action Single Action |
| Muzzle Velocity | 410 m/s (1345 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 681 J (502 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 45 m (49 yd) |
| Frame Material | Scandium Alloy |
Primary Caliber: .357 Magnum
The Smith & Wesson Model 327PD is an ultra-lightweight N-frame revolver chambered in .357 Magnum, introduced in 2004 as a compact variant of the revolutionary Model 327 that combined the unprecedented eight-shot cylinder capacity with exotic Personal Defense (PD) series lightweight construction. Built on the company's large N-frame architecture using both scandium aluminum alloy for the frame and titanium for the cylinder, the Model 327PD weighs just 23 ounces (652 grams) with its compact 2.5-in...
Country of Origin: United States