I just picked up a nice 29-2 (6.5") in a trade on the Board. They don't last long. I have a 29-3 (4") and you can see the quality difference when they did the change. I have not had a chance to see the 629 4.2" yet but it is hard to beat the old blued 29's
Model 29 classic seems hard to find?
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Thanks for all the replies. I was refering to a new 29 classic as the older 29's are hard to come by. I've read the history behind the 29 and the various pros and cons to each model. But if I found a vintage example that met my expectations I would seriously consider it. I'm a picky guy so I thought I might be better off buying new. And I want a blued finish. I have other stainless firearms so I'm not against stainless, except this time.
Wait, what!? Smith makes a 29 in 4.2"! Where, tell me where gawd damn your hide...I need! I thought we were relegated to prohib or 6"+! (foolish Plinker)
ok it is engraved so not my preference but here it is. (Mine is just the 629).
http://www.grouseriver.com/Smith_Wesson_M29_Engraved_4_p/gun-000494.htm
Johnn Peterson
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I wish. No, it's just the same basic model and size. I contacted Milt Sparks and they kindly maded me up a replica of his holster to go with it. The grips however are a set of S&W factory ivory, something I lucked onto at a local gun show a number of years back. Fairly hard to come by and I've been offered more for the grips alone than the gun is worth.Oh, however, on a visit to his home at Salmon Idaho in the early 70's, I did have the opportunity to actually handle his S&W during a discussion on that topic we were having in his living room
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Johnn Peterson
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Here is hoping you post the picture another 15 times in the next 12 months.
Thanks guy. I've mentioned previously, rather than go into a long winded line of dialogue on an item, I find it easier to just post a photo. Takes all the guess work out of what's being discussed and eliminates the differences of assesment and interpretation.
Oh, however, on a visit to his home at Salmon Idaho in the early 70's, I did have the opportunity to actually handle his S&W during a discussion on that topic we were having in his living room
You were talking to the God of the 44 magnum himself, quite the honor.
oh my gawd, oh my gawd...how to hide $1300 from the wife? Sell the Glock and a few sks's...hmmm. I hate you...and thank you
oh my gawd, oh my gawd...how to hide $1300 from the wife? Sell the Glock and a few sks's...hmmm. I hate you...and thank you
If it wasnt engraved i would like it. I may get my 29-2 cut down, i know its blashphamy!!!
Johnn Peterson
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I consider that first meeting him at his home, the highlight of my years of shooting and hunting. Shortly after starting out in handguns and reloading, it wasn't long before his articles and books etc became a main point of focus to my new interests. I had written to him on a couple of occasions for info and in one of those letters, made arrangements to visit him at his home in Salmon.
In addition to a day long visit, I purchased a couple more of his books which he signed, along with a few others I had brought with me.
My present avatar, this photo, is one I took of him posing beside my truck as I was preparing to leave for home, in '73 I believe.
Sort of or a somewhat copied photo idea from this one out of a 1st edition Lyman Cast Bullet Handbook.
I did meet him once more, the following year I believe, at the gun show in Kalispel Montana where he and his wife were the guests of honour at the dinner that evening.
and it's awesome every time!
oh my gawd, oh my gawd...how to hide $1300 from the wife? Sell the Glock and a few sks's...hmmm. I hate you...and thank you
if it helps alleviate the temptation, they probably don't have it in stock. I called about the redhawk and super redhawk and they didn't have them.
In addition to a day long visit, I purchased a couple more of his books which he signed, along with a few others I had brought with me.
My present avatar, this photo, is one I took of him posing beside my truck as I was preparing to leave for home, in '73 I believe.
Sort of or a somewhat copied photo idea from this one out of a 1st edition Lyman Cast Bullet Handbook.
I did meet him once more, the following year I believe, at the gun show in Kalispel Montana where he and his wife were the guests of honour at the dinner that evening.
Wow. That is great stuff. thanks for sharing
I have three 29-2 revolvers, two blued and one nickeled, 4", 6.5", and 4" respectively. Have a 3" 629 as well, but really prefer the 29's. Never met Elmer, though I have met Mike Venturino at a couple fun shows in MT when I was working there. Nice guy, though shorter then I had anticipated. Had some nice guns though. Montana seems to have quite a few talented 'smiths and a fair bunch of "gun people". Always liked the place. Anyway , you won't go wrong with a nice 29, the earlier the better.- dan
Johnn Peterson
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I'll go out on the limb a little. While I've never owned a 5" N frame smith, I have 'tried' a couple owned by my buddy. IF I had to pick my ideal barrel length, it would 5". From what little experience I have with one in that length, it just 'felt' better. However, taking into consideration Elmers experience on that issue, I'll stick with his preference for the 4" and keep what I presently have.
Johnn Peterson
CGN Ultra frequent flyer
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- Chemainus B.C.
So was Elmer, but I wouldn't have wanted to ever get on his bad side. My coming out in 2nd place wouldn't have been in doubt.
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Very nice picture and yes please keep on posting it !
