My first PC 627 UDR, the first of the re-releases I could find 4/2010, started my problems. I had wanted one since a 1999 advert on the original model. Often times, our mind's eye cannot be equalled by reality. This was not the case here. Even with the poorly fitted Eagle boot grips on my new one, it was a beauty - a keeper - more than I had envisioned. I tried to wear it out - my wimpy .357M's and regular .38 Specials are it's diet - the warmest thing I've launched from it being +P 158gr LHPSWC. I liked it so much, I wanted something similar as a 'house' protector.
I sold an old friend and, in October, 2010, I went back to my LGS - to buy a 327NG - until I noted it's lacking the use of moonclips. There - in the case - was another new PC627 UDR. I got it, otd, for <$4 over the 327NG's price - a no brainer. I also ordered two of the S&W Accessories 'N-frame PC Shop' grips - and a custom Lobo Leather holster:
This is meant as a warning. That revolver is just fun - a real range-bag glutton. It's easy to load, moonclipped or 5starfirearms.com speedloaders, great trigger, easy to acquire sights, - a total package. Warning... you'll want another one!!
My most sincere congratulations on your purchase! May it bring you great satisfaction, too.
Stainz
Stainz...thank you for a couple reasons. I'll admit it was primarily you and Xtroopers picture posts that kept me satisfied while on the hunt and waiting for delivery. You guys take great pics btw. I read and reread all your posts (crazy about the grip issues - mine are absolutely gorgeous and fit the 627 like a glove) and couldn't stop. I searched every blood work, UDR, 627 thread I could find and tried to sit patiently while the deal was done. You guys in a round about way helped me deal with my impatience. so thanks. I could look at these revolvers all day long. Now I can handle one all day long. I sit here now, waiting to take off for the LGS to see if they have a set of monos for range time...but I too will admit, these eagles that came on the gun are absolutely gorgeous and hate to swap them...damn that pinky finger I have!!! LMAO
Sinko....already considered that and know its going to be the case. I love my custom 1911s....but DANG I LOVE this 627PC. Its freaking me out man! LOL thanks to Stainz and another member, I already have my IWB Lobo on order. IWB is my preferred method that is so comfortable for me...dunno if its my body type or what, but IWB is what works for me everytime. I got the horsehide IWB without cylinder boning and I just need to tell Ray what color I want...I'm leaning toward natural tan to match the awesome grips. 4-6 weeks on that. Not like it matters being IWB but I do have lighter colored gun belts anyhow.
fyimo....I was really thankful to the dealer I got it from. First class and turned his end around same day, can't ask for more. There was one slightly scary aspect to the deal.
I had been tracking the gun via the USPS website. The dealer upgraded me to Express which is guaranteed overnight. Anyhow, I saw the entry that the gun arrived at our local sorting office. I then see the entry online that it left the sorting facility at approx. 1 oclock. Knowing my FFL was out on delivery I called him to let him know that it was in transit. He told me that he may miss the delivery but was stopping home and often catches his regular mailman on the road because he's so consistent on his delivery time.
I check the status online and I recoil at the sight that it says, "Delivery attempt failed, no one to accept and sign for" OH NO..... moments later I get a call from my FFL where he tells me this: He says "I ran into the mailman on the street per usual
and ask him, 'hey you have one on the truck for me'." The mailman says, "uh no, not today". what????? He went on to tell me that when he got home moments later, a box was on his porch, but not left by his regular mailman.
Written on the box is "Signature Waived". Apparently a substitute postman had taken it upon himself to waive the signature on his own and left my beauty sitting on his front porch. double
Sure enough I go online and 10 minutes after the "Delivery attempt failed" entry is another entry stating "Delivery complete, Signature waived". Holy moly, thankfully my FFL had returned within moments to find it. He's one of these residential FFLs in my general neighborhood and I'm sure people know he is...and would hate for prying eyes to keep a watch out for packages being left on his stoop by lazy mailmen. Signature is the law on handguns and I just wonder how a postman can take matters into his own hands on something like this..but disaster averted. I'm sure I'm being over dramatic, as having a business myself am surprised at how many signature required packages get left at our place of business without ever signing for anything. go figure.
Nonetheless, it all happened withing a 10-15 minute window so I was relieved to say the least.
Well its time to run over to my LGS and see about additional ammo. I only have one box of Hornady HP in 158 grn and need to remedy that. I might even see if they have something cheaply priced in the way of holsters while I wait for my Lobo...which incidentally, is a real bargain...costs less than the mass produced Galcos and the like. I might just put that into ammo instead.
Again thanks guys for all the reviews you had done in the past. Stainz...yes I am already thinking about adding a PC629. 44 mag in this platform may not be optimal comfort shooting or very economical for ammo, but the way this thing is built and finished, I can see it happening. These guns are going to get me rolling on reloading too, I just know it. I, like you, find myself saying, "Its just so sweet that I want 2!" Besides, all my guns will one day go to my two sons who are only 8 and 9 now. I simply can't have one gun for one kid and not one going to the other. LOL...its a great justification of getting two of everything! At least I keep telling myself that. Pics of my 627 to be posted soon....its too beautiful not to take some gunporn pics of!
