Found my "Grail"

[wewaslim]

After 30 years, I found my Grail handgun: a Florida Highway Patrol issued, 5" nickle Model 27 S & W from the 70's. This beauty was made in 1976, and is a twin to the one carried by my best friend in the FHP. I rode many miles with him, and fired many rounds through his issue 27. I always wanted one, but could not afford to buy it when it was available. Last Friday I checked the auction website, and to my surprise, there it was. I made my bid, and last night was pleased to learn that I had won the auction. Now comes the wait until it arrives. Hope you will enjoy seeing the pix made by the seller.
Bill

 

[Hawg Rider]

Nice pickup- congratulations

I saw that revolver, and almost bid on it myself. There weren't too many of those FHP Model 27s manufactured. Congratulations...what a nice Christmas present!

 

[fyimo]

Congratulations on buying a gun that you always wanted and is the grail gun of your choice.

 

[Markcuda]

Congrats
That sure is a sweet one

 

[RHINOWSO]

It's nice to get 'the one you always wanted'.

Congratulations!

- Rhino

 

[10-12]

Good on ya!

It is always satisfying to see a collegue find that certain revolver he has been seeking and a Model 27 has a certain charm all of it's own. I have a four-inch I think about selling and then I see photos such as yours and I wimp out.

Merry Christmas,

Bill

 

[j38]

Good-looking gun! 30 years is a LONG time to wait. Congratulations,

Jerry

 

[bronco45]

30 years is a long time to wait but it will soon be forgotten when you get to handle and shoot that 27. Beautiful gun, enjoy it for a long time.

 

[Oaklands]

Now that is what I call patience! Congrats on the purchase and ENJOY!

 

[sandspur6]

Congratulations on winning that auction. I too was watching it but couldn't really afford to bid on it. As a retired Florida LEO, I knew many troopers who carried the M27, Though more carried the 5" Colt Trooper. The real prize is the 5" M19 which was specially made for FHP. Other than a couple of troopers who I know that retired with one, I've never seen an FHP M19 in private hands. You are a lucky boy. I'm envious.

 

[Big Kahuna 19547]

Best wishes and congrats... My quest has been three years and I have only seen three guns, all after they were purchased. Never found one on line yet. It is wonderful that you have finally achieved your grail.. I hope mine doesn't take as long...

 

[1blindref]

Congrats on winning that auction.
It's always a great feeling when you find "your" grail gun

 

[wewaslim]

Thanks for the comments, guys. As far as the 5" 19, I've never seen one. After the model 27, my friend was issued a 4" Python. I believe they currently carry a .40 auto. Now, if I could just find a 5" model 29...........I guess we're never satisfied. Happy New Year to all; Bill.

 

[Nightowl]

Great find. Not many of those on the loose. Glad you got it.

 

[29aholic]

So now what are you gonna chase??

 

[TNDave]

That gun is way cool! Congrats!

 

[Art Doc]

Your gun was actually made in 1975 not 1976. It was shipped 3/13/75 as one of 500 sent to the DPS in Tallahassee.

Here's #1581:

 

[theothermikeg]

That's a great looking revolver. Shoot it in good health!

 

[jdub3]

She's a beaut! Congrats, now I want one.

 

[rpg0123]

Congrats. Nickel Smiths are tough to beat.