If there is a cure for "N Frame itis" I do NOT want to find the cure.
I have a 1917, a 25-5, a 629, a 29, a Mod 27 and a 28. I am always on the lookout for another.
That is one gorgeous revolver, Phil. Congratulations!
I just added another N-frame to my clutch; a specific iteration I've been chasing for two years...Model 25-5/4" bbl. in .45 Colt.
Look for my range report in the next day or two. Shot it today for the first time and all I can say is 'sweeeet'. It's in great shape, but it's too much fun not to shoot. This one will not be a safe-queen.
That is one good looking gun, gotta go with the rest of the guys, I have 4 N frames and always room in the safe for another. Though my wife wishes there was a cure for the smith virus I hope there isn't.
I have the same revolver. I picked it up several years ago in Bellevue, traded a 2 3/4" Speed Six and some unrememberd amount of cash for it. Beautiful gun, very nice trigger pull both double and single.