Originally manufactured in 1955 and now offered through the companys Classics line the Smith Wesson Model 29 is an N-frame revolver chambered in .44 Magnum. At the time it was first introduced the Model 29 was the most powerful handgun in production but the guns greater fame came nearly 20 years later after it was used by the fictional movie character Dirty Harry. The double-action revolver features a 6-round capacity was manufactured in a number of barrel lengths and available with either a blued or polished nickel finish. Historically the Model 29 has been favored by law enforcement hunters and handgun enthusiasts but also makes a suitable weapon for home defense.