What is it about the 3.5" Model 27?

[1 old 0311]

 

[ibewbull]

I do not have a 3 1/2 inch 27
My first center fire was a 4 inch 28 back in 1974
I waited a long time to acquire a 2 1/2 inch K frame 66
The money is the only thing holding me back.
I see some beautiful iron here , real American Art in steel and wood.

 

[diamonback68]

Don't get me wrong, I love the 27s, all of them, I'm just not caught up in 3.5" mania.
Kinda reminds me of the 29 "Dirty Harry" mania quite a few years back and dealers couldn't get them in fast enough and how after owners fired one cylinder full of full house .44 Magnums in them they all of the sudden showed up on the market for sale. Not saying 27 have excessive recoil, they don't, just talking about the "gotta have" syndrome.

 

[Xfuzz]

Old 27 dash 1....carried by a Texas Lawman in a Berns-Martin floral rig.

 

[Sportsterguy]

Old 27 dash 1....carried by a Texas Lawman in a Berns-Martin floral rig.

Thats what I'm talking about! A revolver used for its intended purpose. SQ's are pretty and I do enjoy looking at the beautiful specimens on this thread, but I'd rather be shooting my revolvers. Wish that officers 27 could tell it's life story. Had a shot on a S.A.P.D. 27 a few years back but lost out at the last few seconds on my bid. Should have bumped it up $50.00 and still regret it

With that 27 and a good pump loaded with 00 he was very well armed! Still would be to this day, though I'd take the 870 if I could get to it in time. WAY more accuracy and take down power. We just had a shooting in town. 1 guy with an SKS and 3 LEO's with their Glock 31's. BG took ONE hit to the thigh, dropped his rifle, ran and the K-9's had him in minutes. Did I metion 38 shots fired from 5-20 yards. If one officer had his 870 or AR out it would have had a different ending IMO, but their long guns were all in their trunks.

Here is my 27-2 wearing presentations off of E-Bay for $30.00 shipped as the magnas didn't give me enough of a good grip. It's a great shooter and I got it for a bit over $400.00 delivered and out the door from G-Broker to my sweaty palms bout 3 or 4 years ago. Has some honest wear as I have packed it and some blue loss on the cylinder from being stored in a holster. Would not hesitate to take a 50 yard shot on a deer with it if conditions were right but the barrels too short for hunting. It's a tack driver extrodinaire, especially with 180 grain Buffalo Bores. One of my better deals.

 

[Iggy]

OK, so I got sucked into another one today. What can I tell you?

Haven't even had time to wipe off the finger prints and smudges from the gunshow.

Hope SP approves. This'n ain't got targets on it, although it came with a pair of them and the "bones"
from Executioner.

 

[pistola]

Shipped 1950

 

[keith44spl]

Wells thar Iggy,

Looks like ya gettin ready for the next to the last BBQ & PD shootin, eh

That's a nice looking 'n to go with it's blued brother.


Su Amigo,
Dave

 

[Iggy]

Dave,

Just tryin' to keep your dust in sight.....

With the help of some friends, I'm gainin' a bit.

 

[RobC2]

I totally disagree. OK, you are not going to get the top speeds that you would from a 8 3/8" barrel, but even in a short tube the 357 Magnum out shines most all other cartridges when used in similar firearms. FYI, the 158 grain Hornady Custom XTP-HP leaves a 3 1/2" model 27 at 1220 FPS. The same cartridge generates 1380 FPS from an 8" Colt Python and it takes a 20" 1892 lever gun to achieve 1745 FPS. I can live with that.

You think that there is no "COOL Factor" in the 3 1/2"......much of this Forum will disagree with you on that. The bottom revolver is the 8 shot while the upper revolver is a 6 shot.

Nice guns and data, but I think you are missing some of my point. What I meant was that nothing on the 3.5" stands out too much to explain its desirability, yet it is still undeniable. It doesn't have a particularly short barrel (what I meant by snubby cool, also ensures packability), nor does it have a long barrel (better ballistics and arguably balance), but somehow the gun is more than the sum of its parts. The entire point of the post was to praise the gun, and to explain how cool it has become to me, even though it shines in no particular area. I think a lot of it is looks, mystique, and history as some have mentioned. Plus, Patton called his Registered Magnum of that length his "killing gun", what better endorsement can you have than that? The newer 8 shot sounds intriguing, does it have an internal lock?

 

[1 old 0311]

OK, so I got sucked into another one today. What can I tell you?

Haven't even had time to wipe off the finger prints and smudges from the gunshow.

Hope SP approves. This'n ain't got targets on it, although it came with a pair of them and the "bones"
from Executioner.

VERY..........VERY nice grips!

 

[Iggy]

The old 3 1/2" reminds me of a bull dog. Someone described them as pugnacious in appearance. Can't say as I disagree.

 

[colt_saa]

Nice guns and data, but I think you are missing some of my point. What I meant was that nothing on the 3.5" stands out too much to explain its desirability, yet it is still undeniable. It doesn't have a particularly short barrel (what I meant by snubby cool, also ensures packability), nor does it have a long barrel (better ballistics and arguably balance), but somehow the gun is more than the sum of its parts. The entire point of the post was to praise the gun, and to explain how cool it has become to me, even though it shines in no particular area. I think a lot of it is looks, mystique, and history as some have mentioned. Plus, Patton called his Registered Magnum of that length his "killing gun", what better endorsement can you have than that? The newer 8 shot sounds intriguing, does it have an internal lock?

Oh for the good old days when you could send an order to the Factory and get EXACTLY what you want.

And not only did they build it for you, just ten days after getting the order, the Vice President of the company acknowledged your order with a nice letter.

The BEST Part.....the revolver only cost $48. OK that was in 1935 dollars

You might not know this, but I happen to be a Patton fan and agree that is a pretty COOL endorsement.

Yes the new Registered Magnums are fitted with locks.

 

[fyimo]

The 3.5 inch Model 27 a great revolver that everyone just seems to migrate to for no particular reason.

 

[Nightowl]

Years ago, my most sought after gun was the 3 1/2" model 27. Don't know why, but I just wanted one. I already had a 6" .357 and wanted a matching one. Today I have several and shoot them very little. I think that will change in the next couple of months. I find them very difficult to carry in a belt holster.

 

[crsides]

APD #261. Been collecting Smith's for 35 yrs, my first 27. Why did I wait so long.

Charlie

 

[Iggy]

APD #261. Been collecting Smith's for 35 yrs, my first 27. Why did I wait so long.
Charlie

It's a good thing you waited, otherwise you'd a probably bought some common lookin' ol thang.

That's a dandy.

 

[rgmc2009]

In the mid '70's, my partner carried a nickel 3 1/2" Mod 27. After a particularly tense felony stop, over a cup of coffee, I told him, in jest, that that when I caught a glimpse of that magnificent revolver, I almost dropped MY weapon and surrendered along with the suspect! My blue Mod 19 looked like a toy along side his big 27. I have long sought to add one of these fine pieces to my collection and earlier this year, my old partner very generously gave me his! It is now entrusted to my custody and proudly resides as the center piece in my collection of S&W police revolvers.

 

[Allen-frame]

If I tell you that I've let go of all the other 27s and only kept the 2 3 1/2 ".
You would probably think I'm crazy. And I am.

The longer ones are great for the range. The short ones are just handier.

I carry mine from time to time.

I'll see your 3.5" model 27 ,,and raise you a backyard lizard.

Su Amigo"
Allen

 

[Sportsterguy]

Allen, you're collection continues to amaze me! They're all beauties. I'm not the jealous type but when it comes to your bountiful group I do turn slightly green! Them 27's would do a number on an alligator if you had one in your pond. A Speer Gold Dot HP in 158 grains would be my choice of ammo.

 

[crsides]

In the mid '70's, my partner carried a nickel 3 1/2" Mod 27. After a particularly tense felony stop, over a cup of coffee, I told him, in jest, that that when I caught a glimpse of that magnificent revolver, I almost dropped MY weapon and surrendered along with the suspect! My blue Mod 19 looked like a toy along side his big 27. I have long sought to add one of these fine pieces to my collection and earlier this year, my old partner very generously gave me his! It is now entrusted to my custody and proudly resides as the center piece in my collection of S&W police revolvers.

Great gun, great story, great friend ...

 

[Iggy]

What a great ending/beginning of a story of a big ol 27

 

[Pilgrim]

27-2, used, but not abused:

I'd like a pristine one someday.

 

[Iggy]

The blue one...

 

[DCWilson]

What is it about a 3.5 inch 27? I think some people just like longer barrels.

My own tastes run to the more compact models:

Just kidding, my friends. I always have half an eye out for a 3.5" Pre-27. When I find the right one it will take up residence in the safe.

 

[H Richard]

Yes, there is something about the balance and feel of a 3 1/2" 27. This one is a Pre 27 and letters to Sept 1953 with the non-relieved target grips.

 

[mooshoo]

every time time I log on and start reading these threads, I get the I got to have it's!!!! I wont be able to close my baby blues with out thinking I need a a 27 with that short 3 1/2'' barrel way too cool!!!!!

 

[weatherby]

Yes, there is something about the balance and feel of a 3 1/2" 27. This one is a Pre 27 and letters to Sept 1953 with the non-relieved target grips.

Stunning grips

 

[rcortesvargas]

There's just something about a 3 1/2" N frame . . . especially any version of the Model 27 will pinned barrels! Arguably the most beautifully proportioned Smith revolver ever!!!

This is mine
3 1/2 "
Just beautiful and full of soul

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[jmr986]

I hear ya my friend!



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