Smith & Wesson 29-3 With Scope 101233 44 Mag 8 3/8" Revolver
Our Assessment: Developed in a collaboration between Smith & Wesson and Remington with the input of big-bore handgun shooters including Elmer Keith, The .44 Magnum revolver and cartridge took the revolver world by storm in the 1950s, later to be known worldwide, even outside the firearms community, as "the most powerful handgun in the world" due to its portrayal in the Dirty Harry movies. This Smith & Wesson's famous Model 29-3 built on the N-Frame with a square butt. This revolver has a beautiful blued finish, with a wide serrated case-colored Target trigger and wide checkered Target hammer. This one has hardly any wear and looks to have seen gentle use. What makes this one special is the barrel is factory cut to accept scope rings, this variant was produced by the company for only one year. While most often associated on screen with Detective Callahan of Dirty Harry, this specific model made an appearance in Mad Max and is Lord Humongous approved! It will be perfect to add to your collection, especially if Smith & Wesson revolvers are your area of interest. Please see our pictures and good luck!
Make: Smith & Wesson
Model: 29-3, No. 101233
Serial Number: BCA8598
Year of Manufacture: 1989
Caliber: .44 Magnum
Action Type: Double Action Revolver with Swing Out Cylinder
Markings: Standard 29-3 markings.
Barrel Length: 8 3/8"
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a serrated blade with a red insert and is set on a base that is integral to the rib. The rear sight is a white outlined S&W micrometer sight. The rib is factory cut for rings and installed with a pair of rings holding a Burris 2 1/2-7 power scope. The scope has some marks in the metal from the rings. There is a mark in the metal on the front edge of the scope from contacting the front sight blade. The scope has a duplex reticle and the glass is clear. The scope rates in Very Good condition.
Grip Configuration & Condition: The grips are smooth goncalo alves combat stocks with finger grooves and medallions. There are some spots of finish loss and a few light marks through the finish. The grips rate in about Fine overall condition.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore but there is some stubborn fouling. In this writer's opinion and for the age, the bore rates a 9 out of 10 but will likely rate a 10 after patient cleaning.
Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 97% of its metal finish. There are a few light marks and some finish wear on the edges. The red front sight insert is damaged. There is a drag line on the cylinder. There are some spots of oxidation on the grip frame under the grips. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this handgun rates in about Fine condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this handgun. As with all used firearms, a more thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Included is the previously described scope.
CA LEGALITY: CA DEALER Transferable: NO , CA PPT: YES.
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