Smith & Wesson 27-2 Correct Grip question

[Hotrodcorvette1976]

Hello,
Looking for information as to whether or not these are the correct grips from the factory?
Any help is appreciated.
Thank you.

 

[weatherby]

If the box is the same number as the gun no.
They would have been magnas.

 

[weatherby]

If the box is the same number as the gun no.
They would have been magnas.
I much prefer smooth targets like those for shooting.

 

[Hotrodcorvette1976]

Ok. Thank you. Yes, the gun and box do match. That’s a bummer. Thank you.

 

[WCCPHD]

Not original, but worth a lot more. Period correct magna grips can be bought for quite a bit less than those presentation target grips are worth.

 

[weatherby]

For a collector it may or may not be a bummer.
Smooth N frame target stocks are worth quite a bit more and for me I'd be just as happy.
Enjoy Sir.....

 

[Hotrodcorvette1976]

You guys are killing me. Thinking about it.

 

[weatherby]

Take the plunge the waters fine.
You want to shoot it right ?

 

[22hipower]

Would be great to have the original magna stocks but those smooth targets are very nice. I'm pretty sure my nickel one shipped with magnas too but when I was looking for stocks the smooth targets were my choice. Enjoy yours.

Jeff
SWCA #1457

 

[daddio202]

Do NOT get rid of those grips! They are rosewood smooth presentation target grips. Very desirable, they are right under Coke grips as far as desirability. I would keep them on the gun and buy a set of N frame magna's to keep in the box. A 3 1/2 inch barrel 27 is way up there in desirability too. I would say you hit the jackpot with that situational

 

[Hotrodcorvette1976]

Allright guys. You convinced me. Bought it. Heres the link for those interested. I sincerely appreciate everyones help.
SMITH & WESSON, 27-2, 3 1/2" Barrel, "RARE" - Revolvers at GunBroker.com : 875254228

 

[daddio202]

I think it is a fair buy. I have seen them sell for more. I think the seller is off on date of gun. More like 1975 zone. Those grips just set it off nicely, I think.

 

[Hotrodcorvette1976]

I agree. Fair and looks to be in real nice shape. Hoping the grips grow on me.....

 

[PatriotX]

I agree. Fair and looks to be in real nice shape. Hoping the grips grow on me.....

Heck, I’ll trade you some Magnas and one lightly used kidney for those stocks.


Gorgeous gun, I drooled for a while over those pics.

 

[Hotrodcorvette1976]

Heck, I’ll trade you some Magnas and one lightly used kidney for those stocks.


Gorgeous gun, I drooled for a while over those pics.

Lol. I know. I just couldn’t resist. Always wanted one. Prefer nickels but this will only be my 2nd blued. Figured that blued model 10 needed company.

 

[bananaman]

I do not shoot any N frame with Magnas on them. I have picked them up for each gun. All of my Smiths wear factory target stocks, or aftermarket target targets. I like the feel, and looks much better. Bob

 

[jrm53]

You are much better of with the smooth grips, in fact they look like rosewood to me. Jeff

 

[The Gila Bender]

Very nice stocks on a very nice 27-2. Since they are so desirable how about putting a set of magnas or black washer target stocks on it? Last December I obtained a 1975-ish 27-2 3.5" wearing presentation stocks. It's now wearing a set of period correct targets.

 

[Doc44]

Not too long after your 27-2 was shipped, S&W upgraded the Model 27 by adding a target hammer, target trigger, checkered target stocks made of Goncalo alves, and a mahogany presentation case. For shooting and appearance, I would leave the rosewood target stocks on the 27-2 (they are period correct for the revolver).

Bill

 

[Art Doc]

Target stocks always look way too big with a 3.5" barrel.

 

[Hotrodcorvette1976]

You are much better of with the smooth grips, in fact they look like rosewood to me. Jeff

Definitely gonna keep em. However, I believe I’d like to pickup a period correct set of what it was shipped with. Hoping the smooth one’s grow on me.

 

[Hotrodcorvette1976]

Not too long after your 27-2 was shipped, S&W upgraded the Model 27 by adding a target hammer, target trigger, checkered target stocks made of Goncalo alves, and a mahogany presentation case. For shooting and appearance, I would leave the rosewood target stocks on the 27-2 (they are period correct for the revolver).

Bill

Unfortunately for me, i collect Smith’s and most likely will never shoot it. Just wanna make it so it’s as original as possible and hoping those current stocks come around for me.

 

[jc2721]

I've got a set of correct magnas for your piece, wanna trade?

 

[Hotrodcorvette1976]

I've got a set of correct magnas for your piece, wanna trade?

I appreciate the offer but will keep these and buy a period correct set. Thank you though.

 

[Hotrodcorvette1976]

Speaking of correct grips, does anyone have a picture of what exactly the correct grips should look like for that era gun? Doing some searching and not 100%.
Thank you everyone!

 

[KalamazooKid]

Smith & Wesson 27-2 Correct Grip question

Speaking of correct grips, does anyone have a picture of what exactly the correct grips should look like for that era gun? Doing some searching and not 100%.

Thank you everyone!

Magnas on my M28 vintage 1974.

 

[Hotrodcorvette1976]

Magnas on my M28 vintage 1974.

Perfect! Thank you. Very much appreciated!

 

[murdock23]

My 27-2 has a presentation case and the hammer and trigger are 1/2". 5 7/8" barrel. I find I prefer a 3" or 4" barrel.

 

[Hotrodcorvette1976]

My 27-2 has a presentation case and the hammer and trigger are 1/2". 5 7/8" barrel. I find I prefer a 3" or 4" barrel.

Ya know, i have several frame types and calibers. I’ve always found the 6.5” to be the most economical. I have a soft spot for the 27. It’s so sexy. Figured I’d splurge and go smaller and supposedly more rare. Im addicted to vintage smith’s and probably won’t shoot them. I collect more than anything. That being said, the 27 is kind of a holy grail gun. Especially in 3.5”.