Almost purchased a S&W 29....almost

[Lennyjoe]

Found a S&W 29 with a 6" barrel at the local gunshop for $339.

Bluing was worn off at the muzzle end from holster wear and a little of it worn on the cylinder. Overall though the action, barrel and forcing cone were in good shape.

Did I goof and let this go? Hows the price line up as far as used in that condition?

 

[Ala Dan]

Greeting's Lennyjoe-

If you could live with the cosmetic effects of the S&W
model 29, I would say that $339 is an "attractive price".
Heck, a little holster wear won't hurt a thing; it just goes
to show that the previous owner used it.

Best Wishes,
Ala Dan, N.R.A. Life Member

 

[stans]

Well, $339 for a 29 is a good price, especially if it is mechanically sound and just a little finish wear. It would be an outstanding deal if you could get the price down to $300, but that may just be wishful thinking!

 

[Dave T]

Lenny,
Saw that one at Murphy's. I think it's a fair price for a M29. Friend of mine bought a 29-3 a couple months ago from Bryan for about the same ammount.

Just think - it's pre-agreement, no safety lock, and in blued steel. Oh, and it's an N-Frame. What more could you ask (smiley face goes here).

 

[BigG]

It sounds good. Most 29s don't get shot much as they are more of a status symbol. The ones that do get shot a lot should show the effects but most stay in great shape. You can buy a brand new 629 or whatever the latest steel 29 is called but be prepared to pay $600 and it comes with the lock. A 29 is a helluva good gun for $339. Try to get a Python for that! And its only a 357.

 

[Lennyjoe]

You guys are starting to talk me into it........>Darn you!!

 

[seeker_two]

Found a S&W 29 with a 6" barrel at the local gunshop for $339.

And you LEFT it there?....:banghead:


Great price. Hope I'm lucky enough to find one like it when I get my first .44...

 

[Hutch]

Did I overlook where you mentioned the dash-number? If it's a 29-2 (= pinned bbl and counterbored charge holes), then I think it's a screamin' deal. 'Bout the onliest one I'd be leery of would be a -3, but at the price and condition you describe, it's still an okay deal.

 

[BluesBear]

A 29-2 or earlier would be 6½". The 29-3 and higher should be 6".

$339 for a -2 in the condition you described is a DEAL. I'd even gladly pay that much for a -3.

 

[Shootcraps]

Run back and buy it quick! If you end up not liking it, you could sell it and get what you paid.