Thread: Model 29 best and worst model or years?
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Old 09-16-2009, 07:50 AM
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The best 44 Magnums from a fit and finish perspective are the ones made and shipped in 1956. Since this was the first year for this model, S&W did an extra special job of polishing and fitting each gun. The early guns also hold up well when used with Elmer Keith's recommended 44 Magnum load.

Strictly from a shooting point of view, the Model 29 with the endurance package (1989) and later model variations (yes, even the Model 29-10 with the internal lock) are superior to the earlier ones.

Bill
Since he's probably handled and owned more 29s than the rest of us combined I think it's pretty safe to go with this.

Bob
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