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Smith & Wesson Chemical Co Model 277 Tear Gas Pistol
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This parkerized top-break tear gas pistol utilizes the N-frame common to Smith & Wesson's Model 27 and 29 magnum revolvers. Longer-barreled and shoulder-stocked versions are also manufactured for police use, as well as for emergency signaling and line-throwing applications.