Originally Posted by C J

Nice score! Don't let anyone tell you the 629-1 is somehow sub-standard. Yes there are better models and there are more expensive models but it's still a very fine revolver. The later models with the Endurance package won't stand up to the same kind of beating a Ruger will but I still prefer a S&W because of the accuracy and the looks. I've shot quite a few full load .44 magnum rounds through my 629-2 and it doesn't have any indication of a problem. I've probably put 250 rounds through it and not one was a .44 special. I tend to see that as taking the fun out of it. But that's me. I wouldn't shoot any of the real heavy rounds through it or any other 629 for that matter.