The Registered Magnums in the 1930s, and their descendants through the Model 27-2, were always the top of the S&W line. The 44 Magnum was more powerful, but the 27 was the most deluxe revolver and was the flagship of the S&W line.

The 27 has long been my favorite revolver with the 5" being my personal preference for the best one. But I also have some in 3.5", 4" (that one is actually an RM), 6.5" and 8.375". The 6" is the only one I have never owned because that length never excited me.

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