Welcome, if you’re a newcomer to this enjoyable bi-weekly section of AllOutdoor.com! The final time round I coated the history and variations of the Smith & Wesson Mannequin 29, a revolver that got here onto the scene, had a lukewarm response and was propelled into the limelight by popular culture. Crusading on we’re masking its courting, the specs, and whether or not there are components and equipment on the market. Let’s dive proper into the rabbit gap!
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Relationship: Smith & Wesson Mannequin 29
Relationship a Smith and Wesson Mannequin 29 is definitely fairly straightforward. Not solely had been a majority of the Mannequin 29s made within the “#-#” period and those that weren’t are straightforward to slim down to at least one or two years as properly, but additionally Smith and Wesson truly gives an identical firearm history service like Colt does. They’ve an entire web page devoted to ordering a manufacturing facility letter that can on the very least let you know when the firearm was manufactured (Mannequin 29 or not).
So again to the entire “#-#” factor. Except for the very first “pre Mannequin 29” or unique Mannequin 29s all that adopted have a quantity sprint quantity designation. The primary quantity “29” is the mannequin and the second quantity “10” in my case is the iteration/change/variation. Every sprint quantity marks some type of design tweak that marked a notable inside or exterior change. Every of these modifications has date ranges. You probably have a Mannequin 29-3 for instance these had been comprised of 1982 till 1988. The entire specifics will be present in our earlier variation focused article however for now I simplified it.
- Mannequin 29: 1956/57 to 1960
- Mannequin 29-1: 1960 to 1961
- Mannequin 29-2: 1961 to 1982
- Mannequin 29-3: 1982 to 1988
- Mannequin 29-4: 1988 to 1990
- Mannequin 29-5: 1990 to 1994
- Mannequin 29-6: 1994 to 1998
- Mannequin 29-7: 1998 to 2001
- Mannequin 29-8: 2001 to 2002
- Mannequin 29-9: 2002 to ???? – I’ve learn that they stopped making them for a couple of years however I’ve additionally seen particular anniversary type of additions on this time hole. Exhausting to say.
- Mannequin 29-10: 2008 to Current Day (as of this publication date)
Specs: Smith & Wesson Mannequin 29
For the specs we’re specializing in the Mannequin 29-10 since that’s the one I personal and every variation has their very own distinctive units of specs. The Mannequin 29 Traditional is part of the Traditional Collection that S&W makes. The Smith & Wesson Mannequin 29 is an N-Body revolver. It shares this high quality with different S&W fashions such because the 25, 27, and 57 (and all of their derivatives).
- Caliber: .44 Magnum
- Capability: 6 Rounds
- Barrel Size: 6.5″
- Twist Fee: 1:20″ Twist, 5 Grooves
- Sight Radius: 220 mm
- Rear Sight: 3.15 mm Notch, Adjustable
- Entrance Sight: 3.1 mm Pink Ramp
- Cylinder Hole: 0.25 mm
- Set off Pull Weight: ~ 4 lbs (SA), ~ 10 lbs (DA)
- Dimensions (LxWxH):12” x 1.693” x 6.102”
- Weight: 48.3 oz
- Motion: Single/Double Motion
- Barrel Materials: Carbon Metal
- Body: Carbon Metal
- Grip: Wooden
- End: Blued
- State Compliance: CA, CO, CT, DE, HI, IL, MD, MA, NJ, NY, OR, RI, VT, WA
Aftermarket Elements & Equipment: Smith & Wesson Mannequin 29
In terms of components and equipment there are hundreds however not an enormous selection. I imply that within the sense that there are numerous choices for the reason that Mannequin 29 continues to be in manufacturing however additionally it is a big body revolver, not a variety of equipment on the market for a hand cannon. It type of is what it’s. Elements are a lot and will be discovered by way of the conventional half avenues reminiscent of Numrich or Midwest Gunworks (they act as substitute components distributors for a lot of firms). Numrich has a very good selection for sprint particular weapons which may turn out to be useful when you’ve got a busted previous Mannequin 29. Smith & Wesson themselves have a very good guarantee so earlier than repairing something your self it could not harm to succeed in out and see if they are often of service.
Equipment principally start and finish with holsters and presentation bins. Holsters are a lot for the reason that N-frame S&W revolver is so properly accepted because the go-to massive bore (just below the X body these days). I may write an entire checklist of each holster firm that makes a Mannequin 29 holster however actually it could be an article sized web page in itself, only a Google search away. Smith & Wesson sells their picket presentation bins with their Classics line however not everybody values the smooth look of a wooden case so they have a tendency to finish up on the market elsewhere. eBay is an efficient supply for this type of factor and even Etsy in order for you one thing extra customized. Lastly, there are additionally an entire host of grips on the market whether or not they be unique woods, bone/antler, plastic, or rubber. Once more very like the holsters I’m about to say there are too many retailers to notice.
Finish of Half III: Smith & Wesson Mannequin 29
As we wrap up half three of our deep dive on the enduring Smith & Wesson Mannequin 29, we’ve coated all the important thing particulars – from courting to their complete specs, and the wealth of aftermarket components and equipment out there. The Mannequin 29 is really a collector’s dream, with countless customization potential for homeowners.See you guys within the fourth and last spherical with some rage time!
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