from the line in 1966. Lawmen of the day that were blessed with the freedom to choose their armament initially flocked to the Model 29, especially with the 4-inch barrel. Many, however ...

Out of production and somewhat obscure, the Smith & Wesson Model 29 was once well known only to serious big-bore handgunners. Then in 1971, it became one of the most famous and desirable handguns ...

Yet, even as other revolvers have been discontinued, the Model 29 remains available with 4-inch and 6.5-inch barrel options. And while it doesn’t come cheap – MSRP is more than $1,000 – you ...