S&W Classic reissues

Stevie · 12-26-2009, 05:09 AM

How do you people fell about smith and wessons classic reissue line?I had a late 70's made Model 10 and really liked it,and I would like to get a classic reissue Model 27,but I have no idea if these reissues are anywhere near the quality of the originals.I would like to hear what you guys and gals have to say about them.

**Mark F** · 12-26-2009, 12:44 PM

It's a Smith & Wesson, you won't have any problems. But be aware that the safety lock "can" be a neussence.

Hammerdown · 12-26-2009, 01:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Stevie

How do you people fell about smith and wessons classic reissue line?I had a late 70's made Model 10 and really liked it,and I would like to get a classic reissue Model 27,but I have no idea if these reissues are anywhere near the quality of the originals.I would like to hear what you guys and gals have to say about them.

Hello Stevie
I much Prefer the Originals. Here is my First Year issued Registered Magnum from 1935 one of 715 Built that first Year, and it's Grandson a Pre-27 That shipped in 1955... Hammerdown

**robocop10mm** · 12-26-2009, 03:15 PM

The reissued "Classics" do not have the safety lock. They are true to the original design. The only thing that keeps me from buying 3 or 4 to add to my N-frame collection is the price.

**Mark F** · 12-26-2009, 03:55 PM

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Originally Posted by robocop10mm

The reissued "Classics" do not have the safety lock. They are true to the original design. The only thing that keeps me from buying 3 or 4 to add to my N-frame collection is the price.

That's good to know! I have a 329PD with that stupid safety lock and it's a pain in the butt sometimes...

Stevie · 12-26-2009, 07:27 PM

Unless S&W has recentlychanged the safety arrangement on these revolvers,then robo i'am afraid your mistaken because right here in smiths 2009 catologe the locks are right on the guns by the latch, and in a article in the catologe Gary James mentions the locks being on the reissues.

**robocop10mm** · 12-27-2009, 03:59 PM

Perhaps it was just wishful thinking on my part. I went back and had a closer look. Yep! Damn safety lock is there. That makes the price they are asking out of line, IMHO. Safety lock = MIM parts. No way I will pay $1000 for one of these. I love me some S&W revolvers but I will stick to the used real "Classics".

tiberius10721 · 12-27-2009, 05:29 PM

I have looked at the prices on these guns also and they are way over priced. I dont know what smith and wesson was thinking .

vonfatman · 12-29-2009, 04:44 PM

I agree they look nice. I'm afraid I'd probably take a pass though...I guess I prefer the older guns like some of the others.

The only way I will buy a S&W with a lock...if I can buy it and re-sell it for a bit of profit.

The only "Classic" without a lock is the M-40. It is being sold without a lock because it's design has an grip safety.

Bob

crossfire · 12-30-2009, 01:05 AM

Don't waste your money on these. You can do much better buying an original "Classic" in VG to Excellent condition and have a revolver that will retain collector value. If you want a "classic" knockoff, buy a Taurus. It'll still have a lock but won't cost you nearly as much.

12-26-2009, 05:09 AM	#1
Stevie Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Posts: 11	S&W Classic reissues How do you people fell about smith and wessons classic reissue line?I had a late 70's made Model 10 and really liked it,and I would like to get a classic reissue Model 27,but I have no idea if these reissues are anywhere near the quality of the originals.I would like to hear what you guys and gals have to say about them.

12-26-2009, 12:44 PM	#2
Mark F Supporting Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: The great state of TEXAS Posts: 2,519	It's a Smith & Wesson, you won't have any problems. But be aware that the safety lock "can" be a neussence. __________________ * Don't Mess With TEXAS * Μολὼν λάβε

12-26-2009, 03:15 PM	#4
robocop10mm Moderator Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Texas Posts: 3,047	The reissued "Classics" do not have the safety lock. They are true to the original design. The only thing that keeps me from buying 3 or 4 to add to my N-frame collection is the price. __________________ In life, strive to take the high road....It offers a better field of fire.

12-27-2009, 03:59 PM	#7
robocop10mm Moderator Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Texas Posts: 3,047	Perhaps it was just wishful thinking on my part. I went back and had a closer look. Yep! Damn safety lock is there. That makes the price they are asking out of line, IMHO. Safety lock = MIM parts. No way I will pay $1000 for one of these. I love me some S&W revolvers but I will stick to the used real "Classics". __________________ In life, strive to take the high road....It offers a better field of fire.

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12-26-2009, 07:27 PM	#6
Stevie Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Posts: 11	Unless S&W has recentlychanged the safety arrangement on these revolvers,then robo i'am afraid your mistaken because right here in smiths 2009 catologe the locks are right on the guns by the latch, and in a article in the catologe Gary James mentions the locks being on the reissues.

12-27-2009, 05:29 PM	#8
tiberius10721 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 213	I have looked at the prices on these guns also and they are way over priced. I dont know what smith and wesson was thinking .

12-29-2009, 04:44 PM	#9
vonfatman Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: KCMO...a smidge north Posts: 3	I agree they look nice. I'm afraid I'd probably take a pass though...I guess I prefer the older guns like some of the others. The only way I will buy a S&W with a lock...if I can buy it and re-sell it for a bit of profit. The only "Classic" without a lock is the M-40. It is being sold without a lock because it's design has an grip safety. Bob

12-30-2009, 01:05 AM	#10
crossfire Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 117	Don't waste your money on these. You can do much better buying an original "Classic" in VG to Excellent condition and have a revolver that will retain collector value. If you want a "classic" knockoff, buy a Taurus. It'll still have a lock but won't cost you nearly as much.

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