Looking for 629 snubbie

[mesinge2]

Just picked up my 629 PC today. Only had enough time to handle it a bit. I does fit in my Safepacker holster nicely with one speed loader. Can't wait to get home and pop a few rounds! I'll post pics tomorrow.

Awesome, can't wait to see the pics! I have the 629 talo and I sent it to S&W for the master revolver action package and a set of fixed C&S extreme duty rear sights. Its an awesome shooter:

 

[Irelander]

Haven't had a whole lot of time to take pics. Here is the only one I have taken so far.

Shot it a bit yesterday...only a dozen rounds. The light loads I worked up were very pleasant to shoot. Load is 180gr Nosler JHP over 5.5gr of Titegroup.

Not sure yet but I don't think the grips are going to stay on it. I think it needs a set of Pachmyer Compac Pros but I don't think they make them for the N-frame ( bummer). Any other comparable grips that I should look into? I also need a good holster and some of those Tuff QuickStrips.

I am going to enjoy this gun!

 

[mesinge2]

Haven't had a whole lot of time to take pics. Here is the only one I have taken so far.

Shot it a bit yesterday...only a dozen rounds. The light loads I worked up were very pleasant to shoot. Load is 180gr Nosler JHP over 5.5gr of Titegroup.

Not sure yet but I don't think the grips are going to stay on it. I think it needs a set of Pachmyer Compac Pros but I don't think they make them for the N-frame ( bummer). Any other comparable grips that I should look into? I also need a good holster and some of those Tuff QuickStrips.

I am going to enjoy this gun!

Awesome, sweet gun. Even though I dislike rubber grips, I had to hide my ego and use one and I actually like the Hogue Monogrip. Its not soo overly huge but the wide plam swells really spread the recoil impulse over a larger area of the hand than just the web. Its much more comfortable than the laser etched S&W grips it came with:

 

[Cocked & Locked]

These are Pachmayr Compac grips (not Pros however) on my N frame 627-PC. The grips were made for a K-frame round butt and are the one piece hinged in the back style. I've got a couple sets and they also fit my round butt 629-5 N .44 just fine.

Beware...Pachmayr Compacs for K-frames are also available in two piece design...these won't fit.

Of course the Pachmayr N-frame Nightguard grips will fit. I had a some of those and didn't like them. A little bigger and softer...sold'em.

 

[mesinge2]

Beautiful gun Cocked & Locked and an awesome pic.

I too am a fan of 5 star speed loaders and the 627 is high on my want list.

 

[Irelander]

These are Pachmayr Compac grips (not Pros however) on my N frame 627-PC. The grips were made for a K-frame round butt and are the one piece hinged in the back style. I've got a couple sets and they also fit my round butt 629-5 N .44 just fine.

Beware...Pachmayr Compacs for K-frames are also available in two piece design...these won't fit.

Of course the Pachmayr N-frame Nightguard grips will fit. I had a some of those and didn't like them. A little bigger and softer...sold'em.

Thanks C&L. Those are the exact grips I am looking for. I'll see if I can find the one piece version.

The picture of the Compac grips on the Pachmyr website does not look like the grips in your picture. The ones on the website have a cutout in the pinky area.

 

[Irelander]

Here are a few more pics.

I always like to see some perspective regarding the size of a pistol. Here is me gripping the gun.

Here it is with my Wilderness Tactical Safepacker holster

Just ordered some Tuff Quikstrips.

 

[Irelander]

I can endorse this model.

DesertFox,

Can you please tell me what holster you have in this picture? I need a good holster for my 629PC.

Thanks!

 

[Cocked & Locked]

The picture of the Compac grips on the Pachmyr website does not look like the grips in your picture. The ones on the website have a cutout in the pinky area.

I've not looked at their website...but, the ones with the pinky cut out are the style made for the small frame Colt, Charter Arms, Taurus, etc. And of course the S&W J-frame.

The larger size grips for the S&W K's & N's and Ruger Six series are without the cut out.

 

[Irelander]

I've not looked at their website...but, the ones with the pinky cut out are the style made for the small frame Colt, Charter Arms, Taurus, etc. And of course the S&W J-frame.

The larger size grips for the S&W K's & N's and Ruger Six series are without the cut out.

Ok, great! Thanks.

 

[Irelander]

Do the N-frame Compacs have an open back strap? I like the open back strap since it does not increase the trigger reach. If the Compacs do not have an open back strap, I may get the Compac Pros and try to modify them to fit an N-frame.

 

[NE450No2]

Great looking 44 Mag.

I know you said you reload, but here are some random thoughts.

A buddy of mine had a S&W 329, the light weight framed revolver.

The Federal Cast Core 300gr factory load was a lot more comfortable to shoot than the standard Federal, Remington, Winchester 240gr factory ammo... A lot less "slap" to the hand and "crank" on the wrist...

I have found the same thing to be true in my 4" 44 Mag Mountain Guns.

For Urban Defense try some of the better 44 Special loads or the Speer 44 Mag 200gr Short barreled load.

Also be sure and carry some of the Speer/CCI 44 shotshells. They kill snakes and small game for the pot great.

 

[John wilson]

I love this gun.

 

[John wilson]

Just got some Hogue grips.

 

[Irelander]

I just ordered some Pachmayr Compacs for my 629. Should be here tomorrow. I hope I like them.

 

[71vette]

I have one of the Talo 3" 629's and love it! Still kind of a hog to have on your belt all day, but it shoots great.

 

[Irelander]

I got my Pacmayr Compac grips today, and I think I am going to send them back. With these grips installed I can just barely reach the trigger. I definitely need a grip with an open back so as not to add trigger reach length. Any opinions on which grips to try next? I don't want to spend a lot. I'm not opposed to wood grips but I want them to be compact but still be able to get a full grip. No finger grooves.

I'm thinking of getting these Ahrends grips.

 

[Irelander]

Got my Ahrends grips yesterday from Terri. Here they are installed on my 629PC...

They feel great and look great. The wood is Cordia. I ended up selling my Compac to a guy on the forum. Glad I went with Ahrends Tactical stocks.

 

[play627]

DesertFox,

Can you please tell me what holster you have in this picture? I need a good holster for my 629PC.

Thanks!

Yes, I want to know about that holster too. Thanks.

 

[CWH44300]

Got my Ahrends grips yesterday from Terri. Here they are installed on my 629PC...

They feel great and look great. The wood is Cordia. I ended up selling my Compac to a guy on the forum. Glad I went with Ahrends Tactical stocks.

they look great, love that wood, I think it looks good on blue and stainless, and you can't say that about very many species of wood ( at least I can't )