Finally, A 4" 29-2 Found In California!

[Wyatt Burp]

I've wanted a 4" model 29 for quite some time but only if it's got recessed chambers. But they can't come into Ca. so they are very elusive. Finally one shows up about an hour away. It looks great in pics. It cost $675. Someone previously rounded the outside corners of the rear sight but that looks well done and symetrical to me. I have a pair of Kurac cocabolo's (sic)for it. I go pay for it friday then wait ten grueling days to "cool off" before I can bring it home.

 

[dnonac]

Congrats on finding a great gun! I know you'll enjoy it.

As for that 10 day "cooling off" period, I'm afraid I'd be hot as a firecracker after 10 days!

Craig...

 

[kennyb]

very nice wyatt !

 

[JCS&W]

Nice, very nice. The Kurac's will look great on that blued Smith. Congrats.

 

[CH47gunner]

Congrats Wyatt -
Saw that one on CalGuns, after you beat me to it. Can't wait for the pics w/ the Kurac grips.

Bruce

 

[Mike1957]

They are nice guns. I think you will be happy with it.
Here is a S&W 29-2 4" from 1980.

 

[ladder13]

Good score Matt, congrats.Gonna be a long 10 days, but worth it.

 

[wetdog]

Nice 29-2's Wyatt and Mike. Here is another from 1979-80 I just got today.

 

[3Gunnah]

Nice gun! My question is why does the "GREAT" State of CA think that a P&R 6 shot .44 mag is a threat to their Social utopia.

 

[Vulcan Bob]

Good for you Wyatt, it's always good to scratch an itch! Enjoy that one.

 

[NE450No2]

Congratulations, well done.

I think that a 4" S&W 44 MAG, is one of the best, if not THE BEST S&W Revolver for a person to have.

IF I could have only one S&W Revolver, it would be a 4" S&W 44 Mag.

 

[mod29]

Nice gun! My question is why does the "GREAT" State of CA think that a P&R 6 shot .44 mag is a threat to their Social utopia.

That's exactly what I was wondering.


-Jim

 

[ElToro]

Congrats Wyatt -
Saw that one on CalGuns, after you beat me to it. Can't wait for the pics w/ the Kurac grips.

Bruce

he beat me as well. dont feel bad.

theres a clean 4 inch 29-3 at a shop in Cupertino for sale. asking $1299

 

[murphydog]

Nice gun! My question is why does the "GREAT" State of CA think that a P&R 6 shot .44 mag is a threat to their Social utopia.

CA state law mandates a "not unsafe" new handgun list, involving an expensive certification process. If it's new and not on the list, it can't be sold. Also, if it's any handgun less than 50 years old, it can only be sold via a private party transfer or out of state - 30 year old 29-2, 49 year old 17-2, it doesn't matter.

A nice place to visit (some parts of it, anyhow), but you don't want to live there.

 

[3Gunnah]

CA state law mandates a "not unsafe" new handgun list, involving an expensive certification process. If it's new and not on the list, it can't be sold. Also, if it's any handgun less than 50 years old, it can only be sold via a private party transfer or out of state - 30 year old 29-2, 49 year old 17-2, it doesn't matter.

A nice place to visit (some parts of it, anyhow), but you don't want to live there.

Thanks for the update. We have plenty of room up here in Maine we will take all gun owner refugees. LOL

 

[Wyatt Burp]

he beat me as well. dont feel bad.

theres a clean 4 inch 29-3 at a shop in Cupertino for sale. asking $1299

I saw the ad right when it went up but didn't write the seller until two days later. Nobody seemed interested in the fine guns he was selling. This one was priced at $750 but I just asked what his lowest price would be, rather than be insulting with a too low number. I'm now surprised it slipped under the radar. Maybe his original photo of the gun which was washed out with light threw people off. Seller was very gracious and offered to meet half way, too.

 

[fyimo]

Congrats on the purchase

 

[dma1]

@Wyatt Burp...Greeceafornia...lol...say hello to my uncle in Westminster...he doesn't like the gnats here...

 

[DGNY]

Very nice find for you. And a reasonable price, in this day.

Hope it is as accurate and satisfying to own and shoot as it is good looking!

Regards,

Dyson

 

[00Buck2]

Nice piece!, I just found one at a local gun show on Sunday but it was not in as nice of condition as yours. The dealer was asking $995 and he wouldn't come off the price. One day I will find one in my price range. I love those 4" guns!

 

[B. Burris]

A pinned and recessed NICKEL 29 came into the shop today! It is probably gonna cost me an arm and a leg, but how do you resist something like this? Bill

 

[David LaPell]

First a Model 29, next bigfoot!

 

[Wyatt Burp]

A pinned and recessed NICKEL 29 came into the shop today! It is probably gonna cost me an arm and a leg, but how do you resist something like this? Bill

Just get it. The kids will learn to like ramen noodles and generic soda pop . And learn a lesson about priorities, too! How long is the barrel on this one, my fellow Californio? 8 3/8's seem to be the most common i encounter out here. I got this one a few months back.

 

[B. Burris]

Wyatt, It's a 4"! If it was an 8 3/8" I could resist the temptation. No flame cutting, no dings, and a perfect set of walnut target stocks! about 99+% overall. I gotta have it!!! LOL!

 

[B. Burris]

Disaster! The guy decided he did not want to put it on consignment! I'm heartbroken! Oh well, I guess it was not meant to be.

 

[BCDWYO]

A pinned and recessed NICKEL 29 came into the shop today! It is probably gonna cost me an arm and a leg, but how do you resist something like this? Bill

I've been watching for a 4" 29-2 for a while...seems like most of the ones on GB are nickel and I personally prefer blue (great find by the OP by the way!).

Does anyone know what the approximate relative numbers of blued vs nickel 29-2s produced were? Are the nickels more common as it seems, or are the blues just more desirable and less likely to come up for sale?

 

[Nlmadog]

I bought a sweet blued 4" 29-2 from of all places, Gander Mountain. $ 500.00 in December 2011. No box,great condition,great shooter.
Just took a minor hit on GunBroker on a 4" Python,claimed "98%",in the HAM Radio world we would call this piece a Screwdriver Joe Special. Every screw slot shows burrs,I am boxing to send to Colt.

 

[bigdoudouille]

Hi,

I'm living in belgium and i've found a nice s&w 29-2 4". 400$
I have two questions.
Can you tell me if it's the original wood grip? The color is due to the flash.
And do you know if some police units have used the 29?
Thanks in advance for your help

 

[ckprax]

Great find and price especially in CA.

Hi,

I'm living in belgium and i've found a nice s&w 29-2 4". 400$
I have two questions.
Can you tell me if it's the original wood grip? The color is due to the flash.
And do you know if some police units have used the 29?
Thanks in advance for your help

The grips are factory S&W but are not original to the gun. For $400 I would get it anyways as long as it checks out ok.

 

[Wyatt Burp]

I bought the gun today and pick it up later. I told the seller that it was great seeing a younger guy into older classic sixguns. The gun had an action job done at some point and is amazing. I have two tuned up S&W's and this one seems smoother than those. I always considered my 4" 24-3 the ideal gun for someone who reloads. I still think that's true but this gun is real close. What a finechunck of all american steel. I think this gun and my 3 1/2" 27-2 are going to push the other ones to the back of the safe.