About Real S&W Model 29

The S&W Model 29 is a classic, large-frame revolver, most famous for being chambered for the powerful .44 Magnum cartridge. It is a six-shot, double-action revolver, meaning it can be fired either by a long trigger pull that cocks and releases the hammer or by manually cocking the hammer first for a lighter trigger pull. Introduced in 1955, it was hailed as the world's most powerful production handgun at the time.
The revolver was developed from the work of ballistic pioneer Elmer Keith, who pushed for a more powerful handgun cartridge, leading to the creation of the .44 Magnum. Smith & Wesson built its robust "N-frame" to handle the new round. While it was always respected by handgun hunters and enthusiasts, its fame reached iconic status when Clint Eastwood wielded it as Inspector "Dirty Harry" Callahan in the 1971 film, creating a massive surge in public demand.
The Model 29 has been produced with a variety of barrel lengths, from 3 inches to over 10 inches, and typically features a highly polished blued or nickel-plated finish with adjustable target sights. It can also fire the milder .44 Special cartridge. A significant variant, the Model 629, is the stainless-steel version. While standard production has paused at times, Smith & Wesson continues to offer the Model 29 through its Classic Series, preserving this legendary firearm's legacy.

About Tanaka S&W M29 Counterbored 6.5 inch Heavy Weight Model Gun

In the realm of real firearms, the M29 is primarily used for hunting and is intended for confronting large, dangerous game. While it delivers power comparable to massive revolvers like the .500 Magnum, the M29 is notably easier to handle due to its more compact size. This classic sidearm has been in production since 1955, giving it a long and storied history.
Tanaka has perfectly replicated this iconic revolver, capturing its detailed textures and faithfully recreating its substantial frame. This specific model, the Tanaka S&W M29 Counterbored 6.5 inch Heavy Weight Model Gun, is constructed from polymer but benefits from a unique Japanese heavyweight manufacturing technique. This process gives the polymer components a remarkably realistic metal-like quality, closely mimicking the weight and texture of actual steel to create a convincingly authentic feel.
The model features a polymer heavyweight frame, outer barrel, and cylinder, and comes with six .44 caliber dummy cartridges. The pistol grip has a polymer wood-grain texture, complete with the classic diamond-shaped non-slip pattern and a realistic silver medallion. It also includes several detailed metal components such as the trigger, hammer, and cylinder release, along with an adjustable rear sight and a steel ejector rod.
Although this model gun is non-firing and cannot launch any projectiles, it replicates the real firearm's operation. It incorporates a double-action system where pulling the trigger cocks and releases the hammer, producing a metallic click while simultaneously rotating the cylinder to the next chamber. This allows for continuous cycling of the cylinder with repeated trigger pulls.
For anyone with an appreciation for large revolvers, this model gun is an essential collectible. It also serves as an excellent prop for film productions.

Key Feature

• Heavy Weight Construction Model Gun
• Heavy Weigh Realistic Model Gun Replica from Tanaka
• Heavyweight Frame & Outer Barrel
  
• Engraved Realistic Marking on Barrel & Frame
• Polymer Heavyweight Cylinder (Able to stores 6 rounds cartridges)
• Smooth cylinder cycling.
• Metal Trigger, Hammer, Cylinder Release & Steel Ejector Rod 
• Wood Texture Non-Slip Texture Cover (with the classic diamond non-slip Texture and a realistic silver medallion)
• Includes Six .44 dummy cartridges
• Excellent Craftsmanship with Textured grip and Solid Pistol Frame
• Authentic look & finishing by Tanaka, Japan