s&w 625 question?
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I got one on the EE here a few months ago from a fellow who had barely used it then decided he really wanted a Performance Center model. I can't speak as an expert as it was the first handgun I'd bought after getting my RPAL 
eek: , followed by a 1911 and a Ruger Mk II) but from my own experience and what I've read of others' comments, I'd rate it very highly.
The single action trigger pull breaks like the proverbial glass rod with only the tiniest bit of overtravel. The DA pull was a bit heavy - no doubt due to its newness - but very smooth. I did some judicious internal polishing and replaced the factory hammer spring with one from Wolff with very happy results as it is now lighter and smoother.
I started using RIMZ polymer moon clips (very good) then got some .45 Auto Rim brass.
I haven't done nearly enough shooting with it but I have one target in front of me here, shot at about 12 yards, with 6 rounds touching. It'll be quite a while before I can do that with my 1911, I think.
All in all, I'd say that if you can find one (or a Model 25 if stainless isn't a prerequisite) buy it! Solid, comfortable and accurate.
Stuart
eek: , followed by a 1911 and a Ruger Mk II) but from my own experience and what I've read of others' comments, I'd rate it very highly.The single action trigger pull breaks like the proverbial glass rod with only the tiniest bit of overtravel. The DA pull was a bit heavy - no doubt due to its newness - but very smooth. I did some judicious internal polishing and replaced the factory hammer spring with one from Wolff with very happy results as it is now lighter and smoother.
I started using RIMZ polymer moon clips (very good) then got some .45 Auto Rim brass.
I haven't done nearly enough shooting with it but I have one target in front of me here, shot at about 12 yards, with 6 rounds touching. It'll be quite a while before I can do that with my 1911, I think.
All in all, I'd say that if you can find one (or a Model 25 if stainless isn't a prerequisite) buy it! Solid, comfortable and accurate.
Stuart
I think very highly of mine. Out of the box it is extremely accurate with a very, very nice trigger. The new out of the box DA trigger was/is way better than the new out of the box trigger on a 686 that I bought. The SA trigger is incredible block, stock out of the box! I think the reason why you don't see too many listed on the EE is that most people who own them don't want to sell them. I have been entertaining selling mine and upgrading to a PC one but I haven't found a good reason to when the 625 I have shoots so well.
well, i don't need much convincing i guess, i've pretty much decided i must have one! currently i have a cz97b and a mod 24 smith and wesson. find myself reaching for the wheelgun more often than not. would love to get one in .45 acp or autorim since im set up to load for that caliber anyhow. may even have to part with my cz, which for an autopistol is very accurate.
I just recently purchased one and I wish I had done it sooner. I think that the S&W 625 is the most accurate followed by the S&W 52, at least of the ones that I have. I agree with misfire on the trigger, I had a 586 a while back and the trigger wasn't near as nice as the 625. From the little experience I have had with it I feel that you can't go wrong with getting one. Good luck with your search.
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My S&W 625 is at the top of my list for my DA revolvers,...........you will be well served by one!
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- Southeastern Michigan
If you can find one that looks like this, buy it. There were only 500 Springfield Commemorative revolvers made. Regards, Richard
Stuart, did you change out the lifter block spring that is also the trigger return spring with the lighter Wolff offering at the same time? I recently did my Models 19 and 28 with the complete kit and not only used the 13 lb lightest spring option of the lot for the lifter block spring but also cut off about two coils to further lighten the trigger return. In fact that particular spring is still too heavy and I'm planning on finding or making even lighter springs for this in the 10 lb range or even less at the same time I polish up the internals a bit.
Overall the Wolff kit along with my clip mod make new guns out of my two S&W's. Almost scarey light in SA. The first time out I had two premature firings from underestimating how light the trigger was with the new mainspring compared to what I was already used to. I'm getting used to it fast and it's GREAT!
Oh, and just to keep on topic a .45APC revolver is on the list of must get's for the coming year. Either a nice old 1917 be it externally worn but still very tight and shootable or one of the more modern offerings. I want to see the look of wonder on the face of the IPSC match RO when I draw a well scuffed 1917 and start feeding it loaded moonclips....
M1978 - Thanks for the price guide. Yes, I too think that is one of the best quotes I've come across. It does seem to have some truth to it. Too bad he applied that rationale, and others, ruthlessly against mostly the innocent.
No- I only replaced the mainspring. To be honest, after polishing the internals I didn't notice all that much difference. Putting in the Wolff spring was the clincher. I was able to reduce the mainspring tension a bit, although I did have a couple of light primer strikes and FTF's using Winchester primers (or was it CCI? I'd better check). I bought some Remingtons (avoiding Federal- reputedly the most sensitive - because of supposed issues with the Lee priming tool) but haven't loaded any yet. I may eventually need to put a locking screw in to hold the mainspring screw from shifting, too. With more sensitive primers I ought to be able to reduce the DA pull further, but that's really gilding the lily.
Stuart
m1978
I can vouch that the 625 is a great gun and can stand up to most anything. I have 3. I bought the first one and shoot it competively in IPSC. BTW most IPSC revolver shooters shoot the Model 625. In 2007 I figured I put almost 10,000 rounds throught the gun with absolutely no problems.
I bought the second 625 just to have a back up. Then I did have some reliability problems. I had the hammer pivot break. I had it repaired by Wortners. I believe this problem is VERY rare. But because I was shooting alot I did not want to be without a back up. Hence the two guns.
Then one came for sale on Gunnutz and I bought it. I think I paid around $725 a couple of years ago. For a dependable, well made revolver, you can't go wrong. I put Miculek springs in mine and a friend does some fine tuning on the action. Personally, I just can't see shooting anything but a 625.
I can vouch that the 625 is a great gun and can stand up to most anything. I have 3. I bought the first one and shoot it competively in IPSC. BTW most IPSC revolver shooters shoot the Model 625. In 2007 I figured I put almost 10,000 rounds throught the gun with absolutely no problems.
I bought the second 625 just to have a back up. Then I did have some reliability problems. I had the hammer pivot break. I had it repaired by Wortners. I believe this problem is VERY rare. But because I was shooting alot I did not want to be without a back up. Hence the two guns.
Then one came for sale on Gunnutz and I bought it. I think I paid around $725 a couple of years ago. For a dependable, well made revolver, you can't go wrong. I put Miculek springs in mine and a friend does some fine tuning on the action. Personally, I just can't see shooting anything but a 625.
