Well, I knew getting a part time job at the gun counter of a local store was a bad idea. Today I purchased a 625 Performance Center in .45 ACP. It is only my second stainless revolver (first was a model 60), and first with a lock.

First impression was very favorable except for the stocks. They fit my hands but the red, white and blue was a tad much. So any recommendations are welcome, but I prefer wood stocks.

Took it to the indoor range (50 ft max) this afternoon with Federal Premium and American Eagle 230 gr. FMJ. At 25 feet, single action, weaver stance, six shots, I manged to make one ragged hole in the center of the target. At 50 feet I was able to keep em within a 2-2.5 inch group. The range doesn't really have much to use as a rest so I really couldn't test it on a rest. Double action firing opened things up a bit to 3-3.5 inch at 50 feet. Didn't even have to touch the adjustable sights. Overall I'm satisfied as I can achieve the same groups with my old Kimber at the same range and speed. Trigger is really good. Don't have a way to test but my old blue 60s-70 era Model 10, 14, Model 17, 19s, and 28 all seem to have improved with age. This 625 is right up there in smooth.

Will I be able to squeeze a bit more accuracy handloading lead bullets? And I see quite a few posts about measuring the cylinder throats. Is that applicable here?

Any recommendations for a leather holster for CCW and moonclip holders would be appreciated.

Photos to follow.

Thanks,