New or used s&w m29? Bucket list

[BigBill]

I'm waiting for our stimulus check. Then I can purchase a s&w m29 / 44 mg but I'm not sure if new or used? A 6.5" barrel? In nickel?
What do you think?

 

[smithman]

Used for me. Cheaper and classic.

 

[22hipower]

Where are you going to find a new nickel 6.5 inch M29? Certainly not for the equivalent of one of the promised "stimulus" checks. You might be able to find a nice lightly used 29-2 for that price but maybe not after you subtract the IRS's share of the check. Good luck.

Jeff
SWCA #1457

 

[BigBill]

I did save up some extra cash for this too. I might have a trade in too. I think I can cover the cost.

I hate having too many options I have a nib m29-10 / 6.5" in blue, still unshot I purchased at a moment of weakness. It was pawned and I got it for $699 with everything plus a presentation case. I could send it to fords to be nickeled much cheaper than buying another nickeled 29?

 

[MP-5]

Just a question "BigBill" just asking. The nickel finish, is it something you just like or want? Why nickel? There are so many better finishes out there today, so many modern alternatives. Including stainless. Nickel peels, yellows with age, certain cleaners are not compatible and rust resistants is marginal compared to other alternatives. Is it the look/feel of nickel plating?

 

[Nightowl]

A lot really depends on what you like and what are your intended uses of the .44 Magnum. Personally, I would not buy anything with the lock!! Not that you can't find good guns with the lock, it's just that I don't like them.
For a shooting gun or hunting, I really like my two 629 Hunter Plus .44s, with 7 1/2 inch barrels. They are really tight, heavy enough to tame recoil and accurate as all get out!
But, I really like the 6 1/2 inch 29-2 as well. So, its all good!

 

[M29since14]

Like blueing, nickel plating is traditional with S&Ws. Other types of finishes just don't belong on an S&W revolver, IMO, but of course everyone is welcome to their opinion - no matter how misguided. (Just kidding. )

That said, I wouldn't be afraid to have that 29-10 nickel plated by Ford's, if that's what you want. I'd leave the sights black and the hammer and trigger as they are, of course. If you're going to actually shoot it, nickel finishing your 29-10 might be a good option. If you want one just for looks, I'd buy a 29-2 or earlier gun - and be prepared to spend a LOT of money.

6-1/2" barrel... of course! For shooting, that is my favorite of the three regular lengths by a huge margin - and it's a great looking revolver, too.

 

[Roofuss]

A nice used low dash model 29 with 6.5" bbl. but would take a lot more than the stimulus check , lol !

 

[rubiranch]

Here's my 1968 6" nickel M27-2 that I sold.



Here's my 1961 6" blue M27 that I sold.

I certainly understand why you would like to have a nickel M29.



My 1964 6.5" M29-2 is blue and I like it.

 

[505Gibbs]

Where are you going to find a new nickel 6.5 inch M29? Certainly not for the equivalent of one of the promised "stimulus" checks. You might be able to find a nice lightly used 29-2 for that price but maybe not after you subtract the IRS's share of the check. Good luck.

Jeff
SWCA #1457

Why do you think this check will be different from the first two? There was NO tax on those checks and I expect none on this round!

 

[dave1918a2]

I think You should get a nickel gun. Then You can tell the wife how pretty it is.

 

[Doc44]

A Model 29-2 from the early to mid-1970s is what you need . Click on the photo for a better look.

Bill

 

[lppd4]

I would find an older blued 6.5" gun. That's because I already own an older 6.5" nickel 29

 

[Geronimo Jim]

Three important words in making your decision
"pinned and recessed".

You will thank me later.

 

[lrb1200]

OP, Not hard to sum up 29's.

There are Pinned and Recessed, and then there's
just every other 29 ever made.

 

[Horseapple]

Quality blued 29s are available. Check Guns.com until one shows.

 

[RGNewell]

Just a question "BigBill" just asking. The nickel finish, is it something you just like or want? Why nickel? There are so many better finishes out there today, so many modern alternatives. Including stainless. Nickel peels, yellows with age, certain cleaners are not compatible and rust resistants is marginal compared to other alternatives. Is it the look/feel of nickel plating?

When can I expect this one to start yellowing?
I will be 116 in June

I have never had a nickel Smith & Wesson yellow or peel.

 

[RVAN]

no tax on stimulus

Why do you think this check will be different from the first two? There was NO tax on those checks and I expect none on this round!

There is no tax on stimulus money. Believe me, I am a tax lawyer

 

[squawberryman]

By whatever makes you happy with please do not use the money that I send you to buy a gun with a lock on it

 

[Hair Trigger]

If you want another M29, look for a P&R dash 2. They are affordable and available, and collectible, and shootable. Nickel can be found, brings a premium in pricing on almost any S&W.

My thoughts are, if you already own a .44 Magnum, why not look for something close, but different, like a M57 .41 Magnum?