For a lot of years my shooting has been pretty much focused on rifles. I've been feeling a little bored with it lately. My first shooting love many years ago was revolvers, and I focused on .357 N-Frames. By far my favorites. I do have a couple 629's. I have never owned a 29 but a 6 1/2” one is something I've wanted to add to the collection for a long time. I haven't really been trying hard to find one but I always knew when one came my way, I'd get it. Well, that time finally came and it was an opportunity to get back to my roots so to speak. Had to pay retail but oh well. It's not like these things are flooding the market.
It seems to have none of the quality issues I've been hearing about in S&W revolvers in general. But, shooting 240 grain bullets and 8.5 grains Unique, it hits about 6 inches high at 25 yards with the rear sight bottomed out. No doubt a faster load would hit lower but I plan to shoot moderate loads with this. I guess a taller front sight is in order.
It's a Smith and Wesson Model 29 Classic. The presentation case was included.
It seems to have none of the quality issues I've been hearing about in S&W revolvers in general. But, shooting 240 grain bullets and 8.5 grains Unique, it hits about 6 inches high at 25 yards with the rear sight bottomed out. No doubt a faster load would hit lower but I plan to shoot moderate loads with this. I guess a taller front sight is in order.
It's a Smith and Wesson Model 29 Classic. The presentation case was included.

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