"Screaming" 27-2 - Beautiful Gun with Outstanding Engraving

[RKmesa]

As many of you know, I collect engraved S&W's. In order for me to add one to my collection, it has to "speak" to me. In general "Vasco" engraved S&Ws don't generally speak to me in more than a "whisper" (generally too "soft" for me to hear). BUT - this one screamed "Buy Me! Buy Me!" the minute that I first saw it. First, it is a model 27 - which always catch my eyes as one of the most elegant revolvers ever made and second, the full coverage engraving pattern and deep chisel execution is as nice or nicer than any other gun in my collection.

It is a 27-2 that shipped in Feb 1974. Per the factory letter, it was a "Special Order" that was shipped to J.L. Galef Co. in NYC "polished unfinished (in the white)" and at the Galef Company's request was "prepared for engraving".

Enough with the facts, here are the photos (which do not do the gun justice - as I could not post every cool feature and special touch on this gun):







































Every square millimeter is covered in the same rich engraving style in a patterned theme that is unique, well thought out and perfectly executed.

Let me know what you think.

Thanks for letting me share,

 

[usm1rifle]

Richard,

I don't recall seeing another 27 with that extensive coverage. Thank you for sharing this very special piece. That is a wonderful addition to your collection!

 

[JCS&W]

Absolutely stunning!! For the life of me, I just can't think of anything else to say.

 

[shawn mccarver]

Stunning, but how does it shoot?

 

[03clyde]

Skillz aplenty.

 

[JayCeeNC]

That's really a stunning piece!
It's boggles the mind how much time and effort went into producing such a masterpiece.

 

[g8rb8]

......In order for me to add one to my collection, it has to "speak" to me.......
Let me know what you think.

Thanks for letting me share,

I'd normally say be a little careful of the man who hears "voices"...... he might be a little crazy ....... but in this case I'd say you are crazy insightful for recognizing such a beautiful piece.

Congratulations and thanks for sharing.

 

[YeshuaIsa53]

That is certainly not one to whisper!

 

[Camster]

That one would be calling loud and clear to me....as in,I'd pay just about anything to get it!
Interesting treatment of his signature/company name.While more prominently placed than most engravers would do,it's blended into the pattern.

 

[Big Cholla]

That is truly a special piece of artwork. That takes a very normal handgun out of that category and puts it into a very limited example of one type of art. I admire your ability to come up with these great examples of engraver's art. .............

 

[M29since14]

That's certainly an amazing bit of work on that revolver. I can see why that one would call to you. Congratulations on the new acquisition.

 

[JohnRippert]

Even the sides of the front sight. I wonder how much weight of metal came off that. The combination of the deep engraving and the polish on the cylinder flutes, awesome.

 

[firemanhank]

Beautiful gun.

 

[Rad29]

Richard,

Exceptional gun! I love this style full coverage. The deep relief style of engraving (especially German) is seldom seen on a handgun. I would love to find or consign a Model 29 to add to my collection. Congrats on a gun that shouts out loud - not whispers!

Bob

 

[rgm36]

WOW! WOW! WOW!

 

[boykinlp]

You drop that one in a floral carved rig and you would be the KING of the BBQ!!!!

 

[AlphaSig]

Awesome - that took a few days.

 

[RKmesa]

I wonder how much weight of metal came off that.

I wondered the same thing. I have this vision of an engravers bench with mounds of steel chips piling up on the floor around him.

 

[jmace57]

Amazing revolver and outstanding camera work!

 

[JMV366]

All I can say is WOW !!!!

JMV375