WTB Smith & Wesson model 29 in .44 mag.

[Field King]

I am looking for a model 29 S&W .44 magnum, I know it will be hard to find a decent one in my price range but you never know, looking to spend under $500, if any Ingoers have one they could part with reasonable I would love to have one, Be assured I will not be re-selling it!

[GJ1981]

Any barrel length?

[Field King]

Yes any length, I do not think they made any less than 4", I would prefer 6" or longer but for the right deal would take any to get a model 27, it will be a in the field sidearm for me, I want something big enough to take care of wild dogs etc. when running my dog in the off season and also I have always wanted a model 27.

[popeye]

Look for a 629 stainless. They don't seem to hold value as much as a 29. I've had quite a few of both models over the years. 29-2's are the most sought after. 44MAG. is a hell of a dog shooter. Don't rule out Ruger double and single action revolvers. They are stronger than Smiths, though not as pretty. MODEL 27's are beautiful sometimes called "S&W's Python" I had a 3.5" 27 than was nice but I can no longer afford safe queens.

[Field King]

Good tip, but I still gotta get a model 27 someday, I understand the safe queen guys but also feel a litlle sorry for them, I mean the things are meant to shoot! I know they ain't cheap. that is why I don't have one yet, but will keep looking.