Recent content by nativetexan27

Live in CA, want to buy a model 57 4" nickel or blue, Because of laws here we cannot buy any of the older Smiths that don't pass the "drop test" from out of state and have it shipped here. But OK to buy one within the state that's already here is my understanding of the law. I'm not concerned...

Bill, Thanks for the response. And you described it perfectly. Travis

Thanks, never thought of that, I'm still curious as to the history of why S&W made some of the barrels that way, during what time period, and a little history behind it.

I have a model 29-2 Blue 4" that I bought new in the 70's and noticed many years ago that the front Baughman sight is held in place by two pins. Seems to be a slot that was machined into the barrel for the sight. Friends of mine with model 29's all have front sights that seem to be machined as...

Either, I would send it back to the factory for barrel swap and finish change if necessary. Thanks for inquiry. Travis

I want to buy a blue or nickel 4" barrel for my model 29-2. S&W would do the barrel swap and change of finish if necessary. My 29-2, serial number N6295-- has a 5 and 7/8" barrel on it. Did all 6 inch models come with this barrel length? I was in law enforcement for over 28 years and always...