Perfect M27-2

bamabiker · #1 10-22-2011, 03:01 PM

Perfect for me that is.
Last Sat. at the AGCA show I picked up a 3.5" M27-2. This is my first M27. It's serial #N6288xx should put it around 1979. It was in the original box that notes the target hammer and trigger but not the target stocks that it came with. The box did not have any tools or paper work in it, only the paper it came wrapped in and a business card from B&B Sport Shop here in Birmingham with a description of the gun typed on the back. Anyone remember this shop?
It is not in perfect condition as far as finish goes with some slight freckling and a couple of small spots on the side plate. It also had that gold stuff in the stampings. But since I got it at a good price and everything is good and tight I think it'll be perfect for what I want, a M27 that I can shoot and occasionally carry.
This morning I gave it a good cleaning and removed the gold stuff. Tried a pair of magnas with a Tyler T grip I picked up at the OGCA show a few weeks ago. I think I like this set up the best, targets are just a little big for my hands.
Sorry this got so long but I'm kind of pumped about this gun. Here's some pics.
With the targets it came with

With the magnas and Tyler

Thanks for letting me share.

VM · #2 10-22-2011, 03:05 PM

Nice pictures Greg and great score. I like the Magnas/Tyler combo better too.
Congrats!

rags · #3 10-22-2011, 03:09 PM

Nice catch Greg! I like the Magna look as well.

You done good!

Rugskipper · #4 10-22-2011, 03:39 PM

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Originally Posted by bamabiker

Sorry this got so long but I'm kind of pumped about this gun.

Don't be sorry, that's one sweet ride and you have good reason to be pumped. Besides, you gave us pictures, and we like pictures!!!

Flint Ridge · #5 10-22-2011, 04:59 PM

Fine looking Smith for sure. I am on the prowl for a shiny 27-2 myself.

crsides · #6 10-22-2011, 05:53 PM

Magnas all the way.

nice

Charlie

Art Doc · #7 10-22-2011, 05:57 PM

After 1974 (I think) all 27s came with full target options which I believe is a mistake on the 3.5" version. I also think that 1979 was the last year for the 3.5" barrel with the 4" replacing it as a standard length during that year.

gkitch · #8 10-22-2011, 06:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SaxonPig

After 1974 (I think) all 27s came with full target options which I believe is a mistake on the 3.5" version. I also think that 1979 was the last year for the 3.5" barrel with the 4" replacing it as a standard length during that year.

That's the way I remember it too.

Incidently, I saw a Burt Reynolds movie from about 1974 called "Shamus". He was carrying a 3.5" 27 I believe.

rbswede · #9 10-22-2011, 07:01 PM

Nice can't blame you for being pumped. I have a Lew Horton 8 shot 3.5 and i love it. Think you will find many days of enjoyment.

RB

Retired W4 · #10 10-22-2011, 07:58 PM

And a great shooter it will be, I'm sure. Full out .357 magnums will feel like nothing compared to a smaller frame revolver. Enjoy, and be safe.

michael thornton · #11 10-22-2011, 08:42 PM

thats sweet! i havce had a few 5 inch 27s and 6 and even 4 but still havent ran up on the 31/2 great find!

Mike1957 · #12 10-22-2011, 09:42 PM

If you ever decide that it`s "not" perfect for you, let me know. I`d love to get hold of a 3 1/2" 27.
Besides, I really need another N Frame. Picked up a model 15 a couple of weeks ago. Now I have 7 K frames and only 6 N frames. I`m out of balance.

Sportsterguy · #13 10-23-2011, 12:33 PM

Sweet looking 27! You did very well. They were made for shooting so a few very light flaws is no problem. It still looks great! They do handle .357's with ease.

feralmerril · #14 10-23-2011, 04:30 PM

Soooo much sweeter with the magna`s instead of the targets on that 3 1/2"!!

old bear · #15 10-23-2011, 04:52 PM

Good grab, I'm envious. It looks good with the magnas & T-grip. IMHO the O/S target grips don't look balanced with the short barrel.

Now go forth and shoot it, lots.

ditrina · #16 10-23-2011, 05:06 PM

I"LL TAKE IT!!!>>>

Great Grab.. great Gun.. You won't be sorry..

rbmac52 · #17 10-23-2011, 06:05 PM

Excellent acquisition. Everyone needs at least one Model 27-2.

gunnut44 · #18 10-23-2011, 08:58 PM

Nice find, it looks great. They are getting harder to find and expensive!

Biginge · #19 10-23-2011, 09:02 PM

Great find, great grab, great grips with the Tyler T. Looks perfect.

regards

Bill

1blindref · #20 10-24-2011, 09:21 AM

Nice find - congrats!!

I like the magnas and Tylers on the short barreled 27's. I think they have a much more balanced look.

tom turner · #21 10-24-2011, 09:55 PM

IMHO, I hate targets on a 3 1/2" N frame . . . but MAGNAs look perfect and INCREDIBLE on that barrel length 27-2.

Congratulations on your find. I bought mine a couple of years ago from a forum member how said it looked very nice. Unfortunately . . . it looks TOO perfect and I can't bear to shoot that gorgeous wheelgun. In a way I wish it had a few little blemishes on it. I don't buy guns to keep as safe queens . . . I love to shoot my guns.

One day I'll surely break down and shoot it too.

Again, wonderful find on the best lookin' S&W revolver model of all time, IMHO!

JSW · #22 10-25-2011, 09:23 AM

The 3 ½ inch 27 is truly one of the classics. Yours is a beauty.