Smith & Wesson Model 29 No Dash – 1st Production Run 6.5″ .44 Magnum w/ Diamond Grips

This Smith & Wesson Model 29 no-dash is a classic early-production .44 Magnum N-frame, marked from the coveted first production run and sporting the correct 6.5" barrel. The revolver wears a deep high-polish blue finish with sharp rollmarks, case-colored hammer and trigger, and original diamond-checkered target stocks. The grips show some honest color variation and handling wear, but the checkering remains strong and the overall look is pure vintage S&W.

As a no-dash Model 29, this piece represents one of the most iconic big-bore magnums ever built. The 6.5" pinned barrel strikes an ideal balance between sight radius, velocity, and carry length, making it equally at home as a hunting sidearm or a serious long-range range gun. Red-ramp front and fully adjustable rear sights give you a precise sight picture, and the large N-frame soaks up recoil while still providing a smooth, crisp trigger in both double- and single-action.

Early Model 29s like this, especially with serial number S185204 from the first run and wearing their original diamond stocks, are increasingly sought after by collectors. If you’ve been looking for a centerpiece .44 Magnum that has both historical significance and real shooting capability, this no-dash 29 checks every box.

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