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While I don’t have too many revolvers in my humble collection of handguns, this S&W Model 27-2 from Dayton Gun Headquarters shipped mid-1964 is the top wheel gun I possess.
Back then, Joe Hanen of Dayton/Hanen Special Model 14-2 fame was running the distributorship. These beauties in their deep blue and checkered top straps must have been the ‘halo’ guns of the time, designed to bring foot traffic into the shop in the hope of selling either the 27 or another lesser model. I imagine Visiting Dayton Gun HQ was like visiting Galpin Ford in California to see the new Shelby Mustang models.
I don’t have much history on my 27-2, other than that I inherited it from my grandfather [I doubt he was the first owner though]. Besides the family heirloom connection. I like how this 3 ½” barreled variant speaks to anyone who gazes upon it. Warning: This dog bites!!!
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While I don’t have too many revolvers in my humble collection of handguns, this S&W Model 27-2 from Dayton Gun Headquarters shipped mid-1964 is the top wheel gun I possess.
Back then, Joe Hanen of Dayton/Hanen Special Model 14-2 fame was running the distributorship. These beauties in their deep blue and checkered top straps must have been the ‘halo’ guns of the time, designed to bring foot traffic into the shop in the hope of selling either the 27 or another lesser model. I imagine Visiting Dayton Gun HQ was like visiting Galpin Ford in California to see the new Shelby Mustang models.
I don’t have much history on my 27-2, other than that I inherited it from my grandfather [I doubt he was the first owner though]. Besides the family heirloom connection. I like how this 3 ½” barreled variant speaks to anyone who gazes upon it. Warning: This dog bites!!!
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Wow nice early -2 there! Those stocks number to her?
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06-22-2021, 10:09 AM
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Wow nice early -2 there! Those stocks number to her?
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Unfortunately no. I believe the original stocks were of the diamond / checkered variety as that would be correct for 1964. The LOA does state that the gun shipped with checkered Goncalo Alves stocks, but did not specify Magnas or Targets. When I inherited the revolver it wore GA target stocks, sadly also not numbered to the frame. I personally like the Magnas more on N-frame guns, Targets on K-Frames.
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06-22-2021, 11:52 AM
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the only thing the pre 29s early 29s and i believe the first 57s had over a 27 was the "coke" target grips. the later S&W targets are just so fat mid toward the butt end. If S&W would have seen it to install the Coke targets on the pre 27s, earlier 27s, that would have been the cream on the pie. I think the Magna grips feel and also look good. Dryheat`s photo up a ways in thread shows Magna CP grips, sweet! and of course the pre war Magna stocks are tops.
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the only thing the pre 29s early 29s and i believe the first 57s had over a 27 was the "coke" target grips.
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That's why I had a friend find me a pristine set of Cokes for my 6.5" 27.
My 6.5" 29-2 and my 27. Both wearing Cokes.
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The 27, flagship of S&W! Love the checkered top strap. Classy
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Here’s my m27-2 nickeled, the m27-2 & m28-0 in blue so no one gets jealous. It’s like a brides wedding day, , something shiney, something bright blue, something dull blue, they all rock. Any caliber as long as it’s a N frame. I like RedHawks too. Big frame women too.
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Here is my 27-2, 5”, from the late 70’s. It is wearing grips from
BluMagnum, super slim Skeeter Skelton style. The scratch on the
hammer and other issues are when new from the factory. QC
was not great back then either.
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06-23-2021, 11:46 AM
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That's why I had a friend find me a pristine set of Cokes for my 6.5" 27.
My 6.5" 29-2 and my 27. Both wearing Cokes.
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Sweet! now that is a perfect 27.
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05-09-2022, 01:36 PM
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I saw md 53 nice for $1000. Info appreciated.
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I saw md 53 nice for $1000. Info appreciated.
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Sort of an odd thread to pick for this question, you'd get faster responses with a new thread.
But, We also need more info in order to better answer.
1- What is the SN, so we can approximate age; 2- we need pictures, to help establish condition; 3- is it just the revolver, or is there an original box, tools and paperwork included; 4- Are there a supply of cartridge cases with it, as nobody makes ammunition for the M53. All these things add or detract from value.
As an example, a 4-screw (early) M53 in ANIB condition is worth probably $2500, a 3-screw ANIB is about $1800, if you interpolate the 7 year-old values listed in the SCSW. Those values drop to about $800 and $650 for fair condition revolvers.
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Yes, it is. A dash-2, from 1977:
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If S&W would make an eight shot model 27 with quality parts,,I would stop carrying an auto and start buying new S&W’s again.
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The Model 27 is the Pinnacle of beauty. I have a 27-2 5", one of my favorite revolver
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If S&W would make an eight shot model 27 with quality parts,,I would stop carrying an auto and start buying new S&W’s again.
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There are 6 variations of the 8 shot, carbon steel, Model 27. Four in blue and two in nickel
Which one do you want?
I shoot the 8 shot, 3 1/2" blue Model 27 most often
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If S&W would make an eight shot model 27 with quality parts,,I would stop carrying an auto and start buying new S&W’s again.
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Without the damn lock. 
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Sort of an odd thread to pick for this question, you'd get faster responses with a new thread.
But, We also need more info in order to better answer.
1- What is the SN, so we can approximate age; 2- we need pictures, to help establish condition; 3- is it just the revolver, or is there an original box, tools and paperwork included; 4- Are there a supply of cartridge cases with it, as nobody makes ammunition for the M53. All these things add or detract from value.
As an example, a 4-screw (early) M53 in ANIB condition is worth probably $2500, a 3-screw ANIB is about $1800, if you interpolate the 7 year-old values listed in the SCSW. Those values drop to about $800 and $650 for fair condition revolvers.
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Forsale on armslist pawn shop $1000.00
Your over reacting.
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Senor chismr….I wish I was at that gun show you seen that 29 with a 3 1/2 barrel Nickel for 950.00. I could not have gotten my wallet Out fast enough. Darn I wish I was there. MD
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For me that 3.5 inch barrel scratches the itch...
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Great Thread!
The 27's are far & away my favorite Smith & Wesson. I only have one, a 27-2 3.5 " that Mr. Jinks stated, left the Smith & Wesson Factory in April of 1968. I would absolutely love to have another..... at any rate, here's mine - I love those lazy ampersand's. Lol, didn't even know they existed until I bought this one a month or so ago!
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I only have one - a pre-27 in 6". That seems to be the least popular length for some reason, but I like it a lot. I shoot home cast 358429s out of it almost exclusively. Just seems appropriate to this gun's heritage. I have the numbered magnas but it shoots better for me with a pair of early diamond targets so it wears those now, with the factory magnas safely stashed. I plan to order an El Paso Saddlery carved belt and crossdraw holster for it. I have 5 .357s but it's my favorite, followed closely by a 3-screw Ruger flattop 4 5/8".
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My addition to the thread.
A 27-2 from the early ‘70’s before they came with the wood presentation box. Just a standard 27, except for the Culina stocks.
Even being standard it’s very classy.
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Jeromejr. I tried to send you a PM regarding your 657. And it said your inbox is full. Could you text me at 828-964-9230. Thanks pal
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You're close, but Pre-27s are cooler!
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Wound up with this 5" from a friend, full 1970s Mag-na-port package, chrome bore, hard chrome cylinder, jeweled hammer and trigger, fabulous trigger, ported of course.....not going anywhere 😊
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