Which S&W 29

msmyth

December 25, 2003 08:35

Does anyone recall which S&W 29 (29-4, 29-5, etc) was the has the longer cylinder lock grooves? S&W made some improvements before discontinuing it, and I can't remember which one had the beefier locking system for using heavier loads. (during recoil, the shorter grooves on the 29-2 would allow the cylinder to open).



Mark in Toledo

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  select-fire

  December 25, 2003 10:45

  welcome to the forum.. I own a 29-2 and the gun has never failed me to open ect, with the heaviest handloads. Factory loads shoot fine also..

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  msmyth

  December 26, 2003 06:27

  Yes, the older models were/are reliable. I bought a newer model after reading about it in one of the gun mags in 1990 or 1991. It was Smith's way of competing with the Ruger Redhawk. I had to sell mine, and now am financially able to buy another. I don't care for the stainless model.
  
  Mark in Toledo

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  Ronald J. Snow

  December 26, 2003 06:39

  I do not know about the longer grooves you mention. However, S&W is offering a BLUE Model 29 exclusively through RSR, item #SW161234FC and it comes with a 6.5" barrel. Retail should be about $600. and should be available soon.

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  Der Gebirgsjager

  December 26, 2003 07:10

  RSR, (800)541-4867,www.rsrwholesale.com Item #SW161234FC, Model 29 Revolver, .44 Mag., 6.5" Bbl., 6 shot, Blue Finish, with "Dirty Harry" Collectible Badge, Dealer Price $499.99.

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