The Smith & Wesson Model 29 is a revolver designed by Smith & Wesson (often shortened to S&W)
History[]
The S&W 29 was designed in 1955 for the use of S&W's new .44 Magnum cartridge, which they made in response to the success of sharpshooter Elmer Keith (who specialized in using revolvers chambered in .44 Special). The S&W 29 was intended for use in hunting large and dangerous sport, in contrast to smaller-caliber revolvers used for self-defense. During its time, it was hailed as the most powerful hand-held gun ever created. Production has slowed considerably in the past few decades. The S&W 29 is also recognized as the weapon used by Harry Callahan in the Dirty Harry franchise.
The Smith & Wesson 629 Performance Center is a stainless steel variant of the Model 29.
Specializations[]
- Cartridge:
- .44 Magnum
- . 44 Special
- Capacity: 6 Rounds
- Barrel Length: varies
- Action: Double-action
On Criminal Minds[]
Criminals[]
The following unsubs used S&W 29s in their crimes.
- Season Two
- The Hollow Man ("The Last Word") - A serial killer who used a S&W 29 to kill his victims.
- Season Thirteen
- Jeffrey Whitfield ("Neon Terror") - A one-time robber, stalker, copycat, and serial-turned-spree killer who shot his victims with a S&W 29.
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