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Manufacturer
	Smith & Wesson More Info

About the Gun

The Night Guard series are short-barrel, compact, double-action revolvers built especially for personal defense and concealed carry. They employ advanced construction and design features, and they share a common configuration across three different frame sizes and six different chamberings.

Production

Production of this revolver began in 2008 largely concluding by 2012.

Market value

MSRP at launch was $1,082. Current market value for used examples in excellent condition typically ranges from $1,000 to $1,300.

Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge:	.44 Remington Magnum
Alias:	N/A
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Analysis

The Model 329 Night Guard delivered maximum N-frame .44 Magnum power in a scandium package, prioritizing raw stopping capability for wilderness carry or serious defensive scenarios while allowing milder .44 Special loads for reduced recoil and practice. It stood out in the series for handling full-power Magnum ammunition in a lightweight format, with Pachmayr grips helping manage stout kick in rapid strings despite the short barrel. Fixed tritium front and U-notch rear supported quick acquisition in varied light, fitting bear-country backup or home-defense roles during the semiauto-dominated late 2000s. Production volume was moderate among N-frames, ensuring reasonable secondary availability and strong collector interest today for those valuing big-bore versatility in a compact revolver. No notable variants in the Night Guard run; values hold firm due to its status as the pinnacle of the lightweight Magnum lineup.