With the new Self-Defense Revolver from Diamondback just seven months on the market, the Florida-based gunmaker has announced a new model with a more subdued finish. 

The .357 Magnum snub-nosed SDR was teased at SHOT Show this year and has been a hit at other industry events such as the more recent NRA Show in Texas. Using a stubby 2-inch barrel with a 45-degree target-crowned muzzle, the SBR is crafted from forged stainless steel. A six-shot double-action/single-action revolver with an exposed spur hammer, it has low-profile fiber-optic sights and a streamlined push-button cylinder release.  

However, it was only available in a bright polished finish at launch, whereas the company last week announced a new variant with a more matte glass bead finished stainless. 

Compare the two side-by-side: 

All other features and specs remain the same with the overall length of the Diamondback SDR listed as 6.53 inches, while its height is 4.44 inches. Weight is 21.2 ounces, unloaded.

The price difference between the two variants is negligible, with the polished gun running about $40 more (MSRP of $821) than the bead blast model, which has a very lucky ask of $777.