29-2 at Local Pawn Shop

[Retired W4]

I took my wife to an appointment yesterday and had some time to kill so I stopped into a shop. I've talked with the owner before about S&W revolvers so when the conversation came to S&W's he said he had something to show me. He went into the back room and came out with a beautiful 4" blue 29-2. It appeared to never had been in a holster and possibly never shot outside the factory. Of course the next thing out of my mouth was How Much? The answer...$1000, gun only. That got my attention. I started thinking about how many 44 Magnums I had and how this 29-2 would fit in. About then my wife called and she was finished at the doctor's office. I bid farewell to the owner and told him I would see him later. The gun was from ~1972/73 and is a little new for my taste, being a three screw without the diamond stocks, BUT...

I will be setting up for a show this weekend so I will have time to think about it. He took the gun back in the back room so I know he's not putting it out for display, at least for the moment. We shall see.

 

[AudieMurphy]

waiting for the "Buy it" posts, or the "you'll regret it if you dont buy it"

 

[raljr1]

waiting for the "Buy it" posts, or the "you'll regret it if you dont buy it"

Not me, I'm calling all the pawn shops in the Atlanta area.....just kidding.

 

[ken158]

Just remember, a pawn shop has half or less invested in items that come out of pawn so if you really want it, take cash and start low…

 

[Hawg Rider]

That would be a "no brainer" for me! I really like Model 29-2s, and a 4" for $1000 is a deal. 29-2s are selling for $1500+ these days, especially the 6-1/2" and 4" versions. Even if you didn't want to keep that 29-2, you could probably flip it at this weekend's show and make a few Benjamins on the deal.

 

[Retired W4]

I won't have time to see it again until Tuesday but I will probably end up owning it. Pictures to follow if a deal is made.

 

[smithra_66]

I bought a 4" 29-2 made in 1980 about 5 years ago for a grand.

Getting one today at the same price, and a few years older? No brainer.

Do it!

 

[stansdds]

$1000 for a blued, 4 inch, Model 29-2 in nearly perfect condition? If I was looking to spend $1k, that would be an instant buy for me!

 

[Hair Trigger]

I trust W4's judgment on the condition enough that I'm ready to hop in the pickup and burn up I-85 to get to Hotlanta and grab that thing, only 4-1/2 hours each way. I was amazed at the value increases in the new 5th Ed.

 

[AudieMurphy]

I'm calling the pawn shop...If I can get him $1500, he can break me off a couple bills ...nah,just joking

 

[JRB416]

I won't have time to see it again until Tuesday but I will probably end up owning it. Pictures to follow if a deal is made.

I'm with you W4 on the earlier 44 Magnums. Four and five screw 44's are what get my attention. But, a four inch -2 in high condition for $1000......it would likely come home with me.

Good luck with the show this weekend and I hope we get to see some pics of your new to you 29-2 next week.

 

[DEF3]

W4, you could always send it up to CT.

 

[Rammer Jammer]

Go get it before it's gone

 

[lppd4]

I paid a bit more for a 29-3, so $1000 for a pristine 29-2 is a helluva deal

 

[arjay]

I'll take it! When I was looking at these a dozen years ago asking was about $700 and I never pulled the trigger. I did find a nice 4 screw for the same price though

 

[llowry61]

A thousand bucks is a nice deal especially a 4 inch. Put up some pics if you get it.

 

[Charlie Foxtrott]

If the gun is clean as stated.

Then that is a very good deal!

 

[pharman]

My wife would understand!

I would have phoned my wife and told her I would be a little late picking her up and told her what was going on...my wife would have understood...No problem...I would have bought the 29-2 on the spot!

 

[gmborkovic]

I cant believe some members posts these threads about indecision.
There is no decision to make for buying this 4" mop-29.

 

[SLT223]

I took my wife to an appointment yesterday and had some time to kill so I stopped into a shop. I've talked with the owner before about S&W revolvers so when the conversation came to S&W's he said he had something to show me. He went into the back room and came out with a beautiful 4" blue 29-2. It appeared to never had been in a holster and possibly never shot outside the factory. Of course the next thing out of my mouth was How Much? The answer...$1000, gun only. That got my attention. I started thinking about how many 44 Magnums I had and how this 29-2 would fit in. About then my wife called and she was finished at the doctor's office. I bid farewell to the owner and told him I would see him later. The gun was from ~1972/73 and is a little new for my taste, being a three screw without the diamond stocks, BUT...

I will be setting up for a show this weekend so I will have time to think about it. He took the gun back in the back room so I know he's not putting it out for display, at least for the moment. We shall see.

You're over thinking it. That's a good value for sure. If you really feel like you have too many already, please pm the contact info. I lost count of how many I have, but I'd like to talk to that guy.

 

[boykinlp]

3 WORDS!
LAY A WAY

OK, really only one word! Call the place up and just say "put it on layaway for me"!!
Larry

 

[Model29-26.5]

I'd have bought immediately.
No questions.

 

[lrb1200]

I never walk away to think.

Not looking for another 4 in., irrelevant

That condition, that price, in front of me,
three words to the guy on the other side of the counter....
Wrap It Up.

 

[bedwards]

Have you bought it yet?

 

[Narragansett]

I own 2 44's, and I am not looking for another, but I would buy that. Not sure why. but I am stuck on 1911/s at the moment

 

[cmansguns]

This hobby has direct mathematical equations that tell you when to buy

If you really think that a 29-2 for $1000 is a great deal you really need to sit back and apply some mathematical equations to the numbers, just like I do. THEN....and only then can you apply a "factor"...there are three.

Once you have calculated the numbers, then applied the correct factor you are ready to make your play, and if you have done everything right, the gun comes home with you and everyone is satisfied.

First...the numbers: I was born in 1945, and the average annual salary of a working man was $2310. running a inflation calculator backwards $1000 today = $57.38 in 1945, or 2-1/2 % of a mans annual salary.

2024 average working mans annual salary is $56000 and $1000 represents only 1.8% so the gun bought now for $1,000 is cheaper than the same gun bought in 1945!

Second...the "factors" as I said there are only 3 of them:

1. IIBE (If I Buy Early) = asking price PLUS
2. IIGSD (If I Get a Screaming Deal) = asking price MINUS
3. IWIN (I Want It Now) = whatever will be ......will be

Obviously you can see that my method is the absolute best at obtaining decent calculations before the art of the deal is applied AND if you follow up with "winning factor" you will always be happy....no buyers remorse.

Below examples were all obtained by forgetting all calculations, but applying the I WIN factor.

 

[stansdds]

I have mostly avoided IIBE purchases, got a few IIGSD purchases, and some IWIN's.

 

[.455_Hunter]

The gun was from ~1972/73 and is a little new for my taste...

I have to chuckle at that sentiment, because the gun is older than me, and I am planning for retirement.

 

[toddimusnimski]

If you really think that a 29-2 for $1000 is a great deal you really need to sit back and apply some mathematical equations to the numbers, just like I do. THEN....and only then can you apply a "factor"...there are three.

Once you have calculated the numbers, then applied the correct factor you are ready to make your play, and if you have done everything right, the gun comes home with you and everyone is satisfied.

First...the numbers: I was born in 1945, and the average annual salary of a working man was $2310. running a inflation calculator backwards $1000 today = $57.38 in 1945, or 2-1/2 % of a mans annual salary.

2024 average working mans annual salary is $56000 and $1000 represents only 1.8% so the gun bought now for $1,000 is cheaper than the same gun bought in 1945!

Second...the "factors" as I said there are only 3 of them:

1. IIBE (If I Buy Early) = asking price PLUS
2. IIGSD (If I Get a Screaming Deal) = asking price MINUS
3. IWIN (I Want It Now) = whatever will be ......will be

Obviously you can see that my method is the absolute best at obtaining decent calculations before the art of the deal is applied AND if you follow up with "winning factor" you will always be happy....no buyers remorse.

Below examples were all obtained by forgetting all calculations, but applying the I WIN factor.

If it weren't for your pedigree I'd think you were messing with us....impressive!

 

[Hair Trigger]

I own 2 44's, and I am not looking for another, but I would buy that. Not sure why. but I am stuck on 1911/s at the moment

That too is a worthy endeavor. AFAIC if S&W revolvers and 1911's (any quality brand) were the only types of handguns in existence, we'd be just fine. Well maybe include BHP's too.

The gun was from ~1972/73 and is a little new for my taste, being a three screw without the diamond stocks, BUT...

That would fall right in line with my other S&W's. Once they get back past the mid-60's they tend to get more expensive than I can reasonably afford. Doesn't mean I wouldn't want a 4 or 5 screw gun though.