I have a Model 29-5 , 6" barrel, mint condition, in factory cardboard box with tools and paperwork and it has never been shot. Came from an estate sale. Any idea on the value ? Shoot it or keep it "as is" for collectability ? Any input appreciated.
I bought a 29-5 Classic DX, as new in the box back in the day and paid $650 dollars for it?? It was beautiful, tight, opened and close well, had a very nice trigger. Those guns built from around 1988-1995 or so were the nicest Smiths built since the early to mid 70's.
Sadly I traded it to my buddy for a Colt 1991 Combat Commander, as I was convinced I needed a "carry piece".
My buddy would never sell it back, but after several thousand rounds, went to the gun show, and sold it for $475....
If it were me, I would shoot it and enjoy it, but be forewarned, If that forward sight screw is short, it will deflect the forcing cone blast back onto your cylinder and burn through the blue, leaving somewhat ovoid circles with "scorch marks". My buddy sent mine back to S&W, and they reblued the cylinder, and replaced the forward sight screw with one that covered all the threads, and resolved the problem.
I do miss that Smith, and have been looking to replace it, but Classic DX's are hard to find, and pricey!
oh, and I failed to mention it was very, very, accurate!
