BigBill
Absent Comrade
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?
What do you think?
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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
When can I expect this one to start yellowing?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?
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!
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?
Here is my .2 cents; if I am on the market for 44 Magnum S&W, my absolutely top choice would be M29/629-3 or -4, Classic DX, period!
With DX models you are getting the most accurate S&W-s ever, tested in factory for accuracy and making 1,5" on 50 yards. Only those receive DX marking.
With M29/629-3 and -4 you are getting endurance package, and also no MIM parts. Earlier dash number or no dash number, no endurance package. With -5 and up, mechanism parts are made using MIM process. Some say that MIM parts are OK, however, top notch custom smith Clements refuses to work on them:
"I am currently only accepting N-frame cal. conversions. I cannot do action work on newer guns with MIM parts. If the back of the trigger has cavities cast in it, then the gun is a MIM gun and not suitable."
Clements Custom Guns
I will take his word as the most relevant statement.
Used if you can find a good pone, it may cost a little more but I'd bet money it'll be a better pistol. My new 629 has a hitch in the double action pull.