So after 3 years of looking in vain trying desperatly to find that elusize Model 29-2 blued with a six and half inch barrel in cherry condition for less than the cost of my kidney/first born son (deep breath), I decided to go new. I am picking up my brand new Model 29-10 tomorrow, i know, i know, theres a lock, but i got a 686 with one and i dont mind, and i know its not P&R but thats what Powerball winnings are for. Anyway i am paying $769.00 for it, which i think is a steal, and i will post pics as soon as i get the badboy home. I hope i am not banned for bragging about buying a NEW smith and wesson, but i've wanted a 6.5" blued .44 Magnum since i was old enough to know it "could blow your head clean off." WooHoo