I've got this idea that I need a Smith and Wesson model 27 or 29.

[Will Carry]

I just like the old school looks of it. It's a man's pistol, not some sissy nickle plated automatic.

Can anyone talk some sense in to me?

[daddyo]

Buy eet.

[gregintenn]

I just like the old school looks of it. It's a man's pistol, not some sissy nickle plated automatic.

Can anyone talk some sense in to me?

You are talking crazy! Replace that "or" with an "and" and you'll be on track.

[bigwakes]

You can never have too many pistols.

[Garufa]

No man is complete without one, the other, or both.

Don't forget the Model 28. It's not as pretty as a 27 but is the exact same gun.

[Bassoneer]

I just like the old school looks of it. It's a man's pistol, not some sissy nickle plated automatic.

Can anyone talk some sense in to me?

You, sir are a wise individual. A smart man indeed. I like the way you think.

B

[mwhuffman]

It makes perfect sense. My model 19 is one of my favorite guns to shoot. Blued, hefty, a real old-school piece. It never fails to draw attention at the range.

[DaveTN]

Can anyone talk some sense in to me?

Sure… if you want a .357 forget the 27 and go for the 19, 66, or the 686. I tried to like the N Frames I even carried one on duty for a short time. But they are too bulky for duty use and offered me nothing in competition over the K or L frames.

But if you want a .44mag the 29 is the way to go. (My choice would be the 629.)

[Guest BEARMAN]

A man can never have "too many" Smith and Wesson revolvers. IMHO

[VERO1]

Careful buying that first S&W revolver! It will lead to a bunch of them!

[hipower]

I just like the old school looks of it. It's a man's pistol, not some sissy nickle plated automatic.

Can anyone talk some sense in to me?

Buy one or both. Sold a 629 last year and really regret it. So to ease the painful memories of loss--I've picked up a 637/642 and two 66 guns; a 4in and a 1 7/8in. I don't regret any of them and don't plan on selling.

[eapking]

Boy sounds like my story. Started out leaning towards the 29 due to the Dirty Harry factor. Ended up with a 27 after much homework on this good revo site:

Handguns: The Revolver Forum - TheFiringLine Forums

Here's the thing...you really want an old one. Like in the case of the 29 or 27, get one that is a "dash 2" or earlier. Main reasons: no lawyer lock, pinned bbl, and recessed cylinders. Yes and the model 28 is a worthwhile gun as well (aka: Highway Patrolman).

[krunchnik]

I kinda did the big bore thing,but alas its only a Ruger Redhawk in .41 Magnum,Not a Smith but it will do.I say go for it,nothing beats a good revolver.:D

[leroy]

Collect 'em all brother!!! You simply cant have too many S & W revolvers!!

Keep shootin and collectin!

leroy

[Guest 6.8 AR]

I still "want" a Smith revolver. If my wife heard me utter the "need" word, she would probably shoot me.

[leroy]

...I still "want" a Smith revolver. If my wife heard me utter the "need" word, she would probably shoot me. ...

dont tell her!! Sneak off and get it ---HEHEHE.

Keep up the good work1

leroy

[daddyo]

dont tell her!! Sneak off and get it ---HEHEHE.

That has always worked for me....

[eapking]

I'd like to get an SP-101 for carry.

[1gewehr]

I tried really hard. But I just can't think of a single reason why you shouldn't buy a nice M27 or M29. Sorry. I guess you'll just have to get one.

[Kevo]

Alas my poor K-frame sized paws ruined my Dirty Harry fantasies. However, shooting a gentleman's "tuned" N-frame 357, SAO was an enticing experience. Have you had an oppurtunity to shoot one ?

[DMark]

..... Can anyone talk some sense in to me?

Not me.

[Sidinman]

Nice collection there DMark

[leroy]

DMark:_____________

What a great collection. I (...like you...) love the model 27's. I think that they were (...in the old days, at least...) the "pride" of the S & W shops. They were the oldesd "magnum"; and they look the best due to the crosshatched topstrap. I really like the 4 inch; they are getting hard to find.

PS-- I LOVE THE "SLICK" GRIPS TOO! THEY ARE A VALUABLE COMMODITY TODAY.

Again, thanks for posting that great collection!

Regards,

leroy

[BimmerFreak]

A man can never have "too many" Smith and Wesson revolvers. IMHO

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[DMark]

.... I really like the 4 inch; they are getting hard to find....

leroy,

Thanks for the kind comments. Oddly enough, a pinned & recessed 4 inch Model 27 is the rarest of all. Other than custom orders, S&W only made them as standard production from 1979 to 1982. I lucked out and found mine on GunBroker a couple of years ago.

Before "clean up."

After.

Agree that the "slick" presentation stocks look great on these N Frames. I also find them easier to shoot when using magnum loads.

To the OP - - - Look for Model 27s made before 1982. They are know as P&R guns and will be well made. You should be able to buy one for less than the cost of the new "re-introduced" Model 27s with that horrible lock-hole of the side of the frame.

Good luck!

Edited October 29, 2010 by DMark