Why Model 27's are the coolest S&W's

[PauldL]

Great Thread!

The 27's are far & away my favorite Smith & Wesson. I only have one, a 27-2 3.5 " that Mr. Jinks stated, left the Smith & Wesson Factory in April of 1968. I would absolutely love to have another..... at any rate, here's mine - I love those lazy ampersand's. Lol, didn't even know they existed until I bought this one a month or so ago!
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[6GUNSONLY]

I only have one - a pre-27 in 6". That seems to be the least popular length for some reason, but I like it a lot. I shoot home cast 358429s out of it almost exclusively. Just seems appropriate to this gun's heritage. I have the numbered magnas but it shoots better for me with a pair of early diamond targets so it wears those now, with the factory magnas safely stashed. I plan to order an El Paso Saddlery carved belt and crossdraw holster for it. I have 5 .357s but it's my favorite, followed closely by a 3-screw Ruger flattop 4 5/8".

 

[SS336]

My addition to the thread.
A 27-2 from the early ‘70’s before they came with the wood presentation box. Just a standard 27, except for the Culina stocks.
Even being standard it’s very classy.

 

[rugerholic83]

Jeromejr. I tried to send you a PM regarding your 657. And it said your inbox is full. Could you text me at 828-964-9230. Thanks pal

 

[rogerwnuss]

You're close, but Pre-27s are cooler!

Good shooting.

Potato, potahto

 

[rogerwnuss]

Wound up with this 5" from a friend, full 1970s Mag-na-port package, chrome bore, hard chrome cylinder, jeweled hammer and trigger, fabulous trigger, ported of course.....not going anywhere

 

[Jeromejr]

Because they're the only N frame that came with a 3 1/2" barrel and when you shoot some LOADS in them around about twilight....!!!

27-2 brite nickel smooth stocks

 

[rogerwnuss]

Yes, 27's are COOL, but what can a 27 do that my 28 can't do?
Sure, it is missing some of the bling, but ALL of the function is there!
My 28 no dash 6 incher, is mighty nice. Maybe if I had a 27, I'd agree. Regardless enjoy your 27, they are a fine sought after Smith. Bob

Same gun different make-up artist. If I were to carry one in rough terrain, or just expect heavy duty wear and tear, I'd carry a Highway Patrolman.
Either way, given the guns will handle anything from 38 wadcutters to Buffalo Bore 357 Tank Killers
( I made that one up) , 27/28 are strongest most versatile handgun going. Just my 0.02

 

[John_M52]

And this is my major problem with this forum. I have a couple 14's and a 19 and some other .357 mags (Smith and others). I don't care to shoot .357 Mag at the range so I never had the "need" for an early M 27.

Until now.

 

[scout II]

Here is my 27-2 with 5" barrel and my 27-2 with 3.5" barrel

 

[PauldL]

Here's my November '77 27-2 6"
I've got a letter request in. Can't wait to see what Mr. Mundell says about her. So interesting learning where they originally shipped to among other things
Thanks for letting me add mine too
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[John_M52]

Well that does it I need a 27 ND or a 27-2. Maybe more than one.

Thanks guys

 

[PauldL]

Well that does it I need a 27 ND or a 27-2. Maybe more than one.

Thanks guys

Yes. Yes, you do.
The 27-2 is just amazing. With its tapered barrel & all the other goodies that you find when just taking your time to really look at them, they are art imo.
It's just incredible what Smith & Wesson were doing back then.

 

[TheTinMan]

Holy necro thread Batman!

A recent acquisition:

Model 27-2 5” barrel shipped 1977

 

[Claymore33]

Why did S&W make Model 27 in 3 1/2 " and 5" when all other magnums Model 19 ,29 and 57 were made in 4" and 6" ?

 

[PauldL]

Because the 3.5" 27-2 just looks sooooooo damn good, lol.....
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[Doug627]

They aren't. That title goes to the Smith & Wesson 38/44 Outdoorsman. Hands down.

 

[DR505]

They aren't. That title goes to the Smith & Wesson 38/44 Outdoorsman. Hands down.

No, not even close. Sorry.

 

[diecidecimi]

The 27mania bites me.....

 

[CH4]

I saw a nickle 3.5" Model 27 at the Ft. Worth gunshow yesterday in a wooden box w/ papers and some of the original tools for $950. Don't know if it was a good deal or not.

If in mint condition, that was a feloniously good deal. 1/2 to 1/3 of the going price.