Model 29 44 mag 4" Classic line - is it for me?

[Mr. Tettnanger]

I have the hots for the model 29, 44 magnum, 4" Classic line model#150254.

I have two other 44 magnums, a Ruger Redhawk 5 1/2" and a Taurus 6". So, I definitely don't NEED one, but I sure have been wanting one lately!

Am I blinded by its beauty?

Should I lust for something else?

*EDIT = I've had a 629 Classic 8 3/8" in the past. Sweet gun too, but sold it off I want something more elegant!

 

[6518John]

Asking this here is like asking a wino if he needs another case of Maddog 20-20!

I can virtually guarantee you that when you step up the the Model 29 from the Taurus and Ruger, your only concern will be "what took me so long?"

 

[Dave.357]

It only cost a few dollars more
To go first class.

 

[Pine_Worker]

"Is it for me." Silly question. Of course it is, whether you "need" it or not.

 

[Laketime]

Four inch 44 magnums are a blast to shoot.In my opinion one of the most versatile handguns to own .Here is a clip from 48 hrs showing the four inch model 29-3 in action.

ohttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=02SGWkixmVwf

 

[Sgt911]

The only negitive to me are the grips. Don't know what they were thinking. Way too thin for me, but stocks/grips are an easy change

 

[Hair Trigger]

It only cost a few dollars more
To go first class.

I'd also look for an older one, like a M29-2, last of the pinned/recessed .44's. prices probably about the same as the new ones, but I don't know what the news ones go for. Might have to look harder for a 4" in the older gun, but a 6" can be had for around $1200-$1300.

 

[jcs266]

Asking this here is like asking a wino if he needs another case of Maddog 20-20!

I can virtually guarantee you that when you step up the the Model 29 from the Taurus and Ruger, your only concern will be "what took me so long?"

LOL! This gave me a major belly-laugh. But it's exactly my response... DUH! Of course you do!

 

[The Norseman]

Classic Question and Answer

Yes it is for you! Just change the Grips if you are
going to Practice a lot.

 

[ken158]

The Ruger wont break but the Taurus certainly will... so get the S&W.

 

[Dougaz]

I have the hots for the model 29, 44 magnum, 4" Classic line model#150254.

I have two other 44 magnums, a Ruger Redhawk 5 1/2" and a Taurus 6". So, I definitely don't NEED one, but I sure have been wanting one lately!

Am I blinded by its beauty?

Should I lust for something else?

*EDIT = I've had a 629 Classic 8 3/8" in the past. Sweet gun too, but sold it off I want something more elegant!

Of course you need a model 29! I have several and am currently negotiating the purchase of yet another one.

Here is one of my favorites ..... Slightly longer barrel but it's a great shooter!

 

[andy52]

29 Classic you say, they're disgusting here's one I have so bad that every time I open the box to take it to the range I cringe and close the box and put it back in the safe....just kidding about the disgusting part but it hasn't be shot outside the factory.

 

[CH4]

You can't have too many .44s. Plus it will get another one off the street.

 

[cowboy4evr]

The model 29 classics are great . I have a 4" and 6.5" in 29 classics . Yes , change the grips . I put old style targets on the 6.5" and PC Magna's on the 4" . The 4" is my most used 44 . I consider it " my ole workhorse " . I have used my handloads from mild to wild . The keith load , 22 grs of 2400 using " his " bullet , Lyman 429421 or H&G 503 is my most used magnum load . The 4" handles it well . Good luck , Regards Paul

 

[75Vette]

If you have the hots for a S&W 44 mag you have many to choose from.

 

[ShootMeStraight]

Haven't had the pleasure of shooting a Model 29. I do really enjoy my 629 5" but not as much as my 4.2" Redhawk.

 

[Invictus357]

It's next on my list so yes

 

[pistolpete10]

I've owned a SBH, 2 RHs, and aw 6" 629, still have the 629, I just wish I had bought a 29 40 years ago.

 

[SLT223]

Fantastic gun. Only real issue I have is the super skinny Altamont stocks. No good for launching mags. Easily fixed with s&w target stocks of after market.

 

[Mr. Tettnanger]

Are the barrels on these new models "sleeved"?