Hey, guys. I had asked about whether or not this N-frame would of been a good deal in a previous thread; seen here: Is $600 fair for a VG condition 5" Model 27-2 w/o Box or Papers?

I figured it was probably an alright deal, but the advice of those that commented in that previous thread really sealed the deal for me. I'd been looking at it for two weeks, and was both suprised and relieved that it was still there w/ the $599 pricetag hanging on it.

I checked the gun out thoroughly for any finish or mechanical issues...and found none. The action seemed a little gummy though, and I found later that the lockwork looked like it was lubed about 20 years ago, then left to congeal. The particular shop this was in also offers 10% discounts to service members...so the OTD price came out to $590.

I've wanted a Model 27 for a while now, but they always seemed too high in price when I didn't have the cash or too low in condition when I did. This one worked out perfectly, and the 5" barrel was nice to find as well. I thought it was pretty clean for the price, and GB completed auctions seem to have these guns going for a bit higher...so I didn't feel too bad relinquishing the cash for it, or for the M28 & M442 I had to sell to fund this 27-2 and my new Model 639.

I brought it home and popped the sideplate, and was a little overwhelmed with how sticky the lockwork was It took a few hours of soaking to get all that gunk off and some good scrubbing w/ a nylon brush to clean the inside of the frame. Once it was done though, the action was soo much smoother. I really love these N-frames, and I'm glad to finally have a 27...I just find something extremely appealing about that checkering on the topstrap and barrel rib. This one'll be a keeper for me and I'm happy to be the one that'll give this gun it's honest wear

Thanks for looking, guys.
-Rob