Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this double-action revolver for a penny-start auction, this is the Smith & Wesson 29-3.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
Model: 29-3
Serial: ADL1983
Caliber: .44 Magnum
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 10 ½"
Optics/Sights: Adjustable Four-Position Front Sight with Adjustable Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Wood Grips with S&W Medallions
Action: Double-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Smith & Wesson Model 29-3 is a classic large-frame double-action revolver produced by Smith & Wesson and chambered for the powerful .44 Remington Magnum cartridge. Part of the legendary Model 29 series introduced in 1955, the 29-3 represents a later engineering variation manufactured primarily during the early to mid-1980s. Built on Smith & Wesson’s robust N-frame, the revolver features a six-shot cylinder and is typically offered with several barrel lengths, including popular configurations such as 4, 6, and 8? inches, allowing shooters to select a balance between portability and long-range accuracy. The Model 29 gained widespread fame through its association with the character portrayed by Clint Eastwood in the film Dirty Harry, which helped cement the revolver’s reputation as one of the most powerful and iconic handguns of its era. The 29-3 variant reflects design updates introduced during Smith & Wesson’s engineering change system, and one of its notable features is the elimination of the pinned barrel and recessed cylinder design that had been used on earlier Model 29 revolvers. Instead, the barrel is threaded directly into the frame, and the cylinder chambers are not recessed, changes that simplified manufacturing while maintaining the revolver’s strength and reliability.
Model: 29-3
Serial: ADL1983
Caliber: .44 Magnum
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 10 ½"
Optics/Sights: Adjustable Four-Position Front Sight with Adjustable Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Wood Grips with S&W Medallions
Action: Double-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Smith & Wesson Model 29-3 is a classic large-frame double-action revolver produced by Smith & Wesson and chambered for the powerful .44 Remington Magnum cartridge. Part of the legendary Model 29 series introduced in 1955, the 29-3 represents a later engineering variation manufactured primarily during the early to mid-1980s. Built on Smith & Wesson’s robust N-frame, the revolver features a six-shot cylinder and is typically offered with several barrel lengths, including popular configurations such as 4, 6, and 8? inches, allowing shooters to select a balance between portability and long-range accuracy. The Model 29 gained widespread fame through its association with the character portrayed by Clint Eastwood in the film Dirty Harry, which helped cement the revolver’s reputation as one of the most powerful and iconic handguns of its era. The 29-3 variant reflects design updates introduced during Smith & Wesson’s engineering change system, and one of its notable features is the elimination of the pinned barrel and recessed cylinder design that had been used on earlier Model 29 revolvers. Instead, the barrel is threaded directly into the frame, and the cylinder chambers are not recessed, changes that simplified manufacturing while maintaining the revolver’s strength and reliability.
Like other Model 29 revolvers, the 29-3 uses a traditional double-action/single-action trigger system, allowing the shooter to fire either by pulling the trigger through a long double-action stroke or by manually cocking the hammer for a lighter single-action pull that aids precision shooting. The revolver typically features a blued carbon-steel finish, checkered walnut target grips, an adjustable rear sight, and a red-ramp front sight, providing both classic aesthetics and practical accuracy. Renowned for its powerful chambering, excellent craftsmanship, and historical significance, the Smith & Wesson Model 29-3 remains highly respected among collectors, hunters, and revolver enthusiasts who appreciate its role in the enduring legacy of the .44 Magnum revolver.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3-day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3-day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
Handgun Standard Shipping with Insurance $50.00
Long Gun Standard Shipping with Insurance $70.00
Any orders placed with magazines that are not compliant with your state, county, or city regulations will not ship with your order.
We strive to ship orders within the close of the following business day after payment and documentation is received.
Payment Details
We accept all forms of Payment including Personal Check, Business Check, PO Money Orders, Certified Check, Etc.
Please note we place a 7 business day hold on shipment, for all non-certified payments.
Payment MUST be received within 14 days.
Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Additional Details
Our #1 priority is customer satisfaction. We want to build a lasting trust in the relationship with our customers, so that you will always look to us for all your firearms needs. If you have any issues with your transactions please contact us, and we will work with you to resolve any issues you may have. We greatly appreciate your trust in us and we look forward to fulfilling all your future firearm needs.
Bryant Ridge also reserves the right to cancel any sales that may occur while gunbroker.com is experiencing technical issues that affects the entire site or a complete site outage, within an hour of the auction ending.
We have an amazing inventory of classic and collector firearms that we are adding to Gunbroker daily. Stay up to date on all of our latest auction by adding us to your favorite sellers list.
About Us
From a small town hobby, to a leader in the investment and collector grade firearms industry. Bryant Ridge Firearms is here to offer the best in quality and customer service when you are looking to unload your collector grade firearm collection. 
Additional Information
GunbrokerLink: |
https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1163102300 |
BidPrice: |
705 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-03-29 21:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
1213.7 |
SoldOutTime: |
2026-03-29 17:26:20 |
