German Luger Collectibles

1980 Smith & Wesson .44 cal

This is an unfired, new-in-box, Smith & Wesson Model 29 [Dirty Harry] .44 Magnum. The Smith & Wesson Model 29 is a six-shot, double-action revolver chambered for the .44 Magnum cartridge and manufactured by the U.S. company Smith & Wesson. It was made famous by — and is still most often associated with — the fictional character "Dirty Harry" Callahan from the Dirty Harry series of films starring Clint Eastwood. (1875)

This is an 8⅜" barreled .44 Magnum. The Model 29 was offered with 3", 4", 5", 6", 6½", 8⅜" and, later, 10⅝" barrel lengths as standard models. Other barrel lengths were available either by special order from Smith & Wesson's Custom Shop or custom built by gunsmiths. Finish options available included a highly polished blued or nickel-plated surface.

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S&W's production of a large N-frame revolver in .44 Magnum began in 1955; the Model 29 designation was applied in 1957. It remained primarily the province of handgun enthusiasts, some law enforcement personnel and hunters until 1971, when Clint Eastwood made it famous as "the most powerful handgun in the world" in the movie Dirty Harry.

The Model 29 will chamber and fire .44 Special cartridges, as the .44 Magnum was developed from the .44 Special. The Magnum case is slightly longer to prevent magnum rounds from being chambered and fired in handguns chambered for the .44 Special.

At the time of its introduction, the Model 29 was the most powerful production handgun. There were a number of custom, or wildcat, calibers that were more powerful, as in the old Howdah pistols of the 19th century. Elmer Keith's achievements in maximizing the power and performance of the .44 Special was the inspiration and driving force behind the introduction of the .44 Magnum by Smith & Wesson. His intention for the new round was for it to be used in side arms for hunters of large, dangerous game, rather than for self-defense, though with today's specialty cartridges, it can be a good defensive round.


The original Model 29 was superseded by the Model 29-1 in 1960, with modifications made to the ejector-rod screw. The Model 29-2 replaced it the following year, with one screw that had secured the cylinder-stop spring being deleted. The barrel length was shortened from 6 1/2" to 6" in 1979. These two versions are known as "pinned and recessed". "Pinned" means that the barrels are screwed in, and additionally secured by a pin driven through the frame and a notch in the barrel. "Recessed" denotes the rear of the bored cylinder holes being recessed, so that when loaded the cartridge rims are fully enclosed by the cylinder. In 1982, the cost-cutting Model 29-3 dropped recessed cylinders and pinned barrels for crush-fit barrels

The Hammer with the pinned firing pin. Above the adjustable windage adjustment. The gun was really designed to be a precision weapon while having wildly available penetration power.

The Model 29 is one of those guns that can be passed down, generation to generation. This little monster weighs just 29 oz., this is what a Glock model 21 weighs, but with six rounds of .44 magnum.


This Model 29 comes with the original box and cleaning tools.


The .44 Magnum was originally fitted with goncala alves target grips and offered with blued or nickel finishes. Included is a screwdriver and a cleaning rod with wire brush and cotton-swab attachments. The Model 29 was discontinued in 1999, but has been brought back recently as a limited-edition Classic in 4- and 6.5-inch barrels.

Additionally, there is a wooden box originally designed as a presentation case in the 1960's that time has degraded the inner lining but still offers a fitted presentation case.


The Model 29-2 (2nd Generation) with 6" barrel.

Firing the Model 29 is a whole new experience. The .44 Magnum cartridge is just that, a magnum and all that comes with it. Not for the week handed or plinker, this is the two-fisted steel target or hunting variation that stands up and barks. Wild boar hunting, well make its day.


Everyone in America knows what the most powerful handgun in the world was and what it could do. “…this is a .44 Magnum, the most powerful handgun in the world and will blow you head clean off.” Most people can quote this line and many others from this movie. The movie was a hit and became something of a cult classic, especially with firearm enthusiasts. I know exactly what line you are saying in your head right now, “you’ve gotta ask yourself a question: ‘Do I feel lucky?’ Well, do ya, punk?” But what about, “Go ahead, make my day”?

Here is the opportunity to step back into the 1960's to purchase an new Model 29 .44 Magnum, then the most powerful handgun in the world and still capable of cracking an engine block if your so inclined. This S&W is offered for $2,295.00 over the counter to the super hand gun enthusiast; with the reservation that the gun may be sold before being posted as such on the internet. This gun may be withdrawn without notice for in-store sale. We reserve the right to sell any internet offering to a direct sale and do not warrant the availability of any firearm that do not have a cash deposit. Any questions to josef@phoenixinvestmentarms.com

LAYAWAYS: Sometimes our "significant other" doesn't understand the beauty, craftsmanship and investment potential of one of these investor grade weapons. In these circumstances where discretion becomes the better part of valor we will accept layaways of up to one year with at least 20% down and some activity occurring monthly to insure that after one year the sale is completed. Cancellations of layaways forfeit 33% if done within two months, otherwise 100%. You can transfer a layaway to a consignment sale at any time. See "Legal" for exact terms.

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WARNING: We do not represent these guns as safe to fire. They are not test fired before sale; they are sold as collectibles only. Prior to firing you should have it inspected by a qualified individual and abide by all safety requirements.

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