What are the differences between the 625 pc vs the standard 625? I have the 625pc older model with no lock 5 inch BBL. and love it for USPSA. And was thinking of getting the new 4 inch as a back up for USPSA and to shoot IDPA I like the fact that both revos. would be the same, except for one inch shorter barrel. Any one have one of the newer 625? do you like it?
Thanks

I know at least some of the PC versions have the short cylinder. I think they also have odd barrel lengths and configurations. In my opinion they're not worth the extra money. If I wanted to get one with a 4" barrel I'd hold out for an older used gun in decent shape, like a -4 version.

Dave Sinko

I have a 625-8 (4 inch barrel) manufactured in 2009. After 4-500 rounds thus far...she's a keeper. I have not had one problem out of this nice revolver.
Everyone who shoots it at the range enjoys the experience very much.
And it is more accurate than I am.

Just for ha, ha's, yours has a 5 1/4" Bbl.

Enjoy,
Bob

I have a 625-6 Model of 1989 with 5" barrel and have a 625-8 with 4" barrel. These are two of the most satisfying revolvers I own. I have put in excess of ten thousand rounds through mine and look to put another 100,000 or so rounds though them before I hang up my spurs. The cylinder throats on both of mine are perfectly sized (.4525") and they both shoot extremely well.

625-8 Jerry Miculek Special (not a performance center gun):



625-6 Model of 1989:



These are extremely easy to load for (I shoot ONLY my own cast bullets in them). They work perfectly well with moonclipped .45 ACP's or .45 Auto Rim cases.

I can't help you regarding whether to buy a "standard" or a Performance Center gun. I have a Model 629 Performance Center revolver and would probably have been about as well served with a standard issue 629. It is pretty and has a slick action (as you would expect) but it cost considerably more than a standard revolver. Like I said, it's a Personal decision.

Dale53