I just got the gun back and my initial impression is that it is a stunning success. The hangup was the front sight which broke once during fabrication. My 'smith decided to keep the original smaller PC dovetail cut and weld up an original sight, or at least I think it started out as an original sight. The sight is definitely tall and my initial impression is that it might be a bit too tall. Accuracy with my 230 gr. LRN USPSA loads is excellent. I want to try it with 255 gr. loads and make sure that the front sight is squared away, and then I'll attempt to post pics and comment on any shortcomings I notice. I don't think there were any problems fitting the barrel. Handling and weight distribution with the steel frame are much better than I had anticipated. I have a feeling this will be my favorite 625.

Dave Sinko