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06-18-2018, 02:36 PM
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Early M29 and M57
I just acquired this minty Model 29. It is an "S" prefix and lazy ampersand. It dates to 1964.
Below that is it's .41 Magnum cousin, a very early 1964 [Edited] Model 57. Also "S" prefix, Cokes, presentation cases and lazy ampersand.
EDIT: See update in post #9. Both are 1964 models.
I love these older big bores! Enjoy!
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06-18-2018, 03:32 PM
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Very handsome but I believe the 57 was introduced in 1964 so I would question your 1963 date. Also, being picky, not sure I would call a M29-2 made in the 9th year after introduction of the 44 an "early" example. But again, very handsome.
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Very nice examples of a Model 29-2 and a Model 57. Art Doc is correct about the Model 57 being introduced in February 1964 with large shipments beginning in March/April of that year. I assume you have a clamshell style case for your 44 Magnum and a case lined with dark blue velour for your 41 Magnum.
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06-18-2018, 04:25 PM
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I will have to go look again. The Model 57 has a Jinks letter. It was shipped within the first few months (I think it was August '64), so it would be a 1964. That is what I meant by "early". Not the 29-2. Sorry, my bad.
Yes, I have the standard blue flocked case for the Model 29 and the blue velour fabric case for the Model 57.
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06-18-2018, 05:25 PM
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WOW, those are two beautiful revolvers and two very popular ones as well. That is one heck of a way to make an entrance.
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06-18-2018, 05:47 PM
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Beautiful! Lucky you! Thanks for the pics. 
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06-18-2018, 06:39 PM
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When they were made or what you call them is irrelevant to me. They're both beautiful examples, congrats. Turning green over here.
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06-18-2018, 07:34 PM
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4" N frames are among my favorites. Congrats on an outstanding pair.
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06-19-2018, 12:15 PM
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Thank you all!
Ok, I have my facts straight now.
Model 57: #S248XXX was shipped on 7/21/1964 according to the Jinks letter.
Model 29-2: #S238XXX is also a 1964.
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06-23-2018, 09:27 PM
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I am jealous!
Great pair.
I am still looking for a 4" 29-1 as well as a early 29-2.
Congratulations!
Stu
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Very cool S&W big bores. I have a M29-2 but that pair would be awesome, well done. Just a little envious. 
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