New Model 69

[BLUEDOT37]

M69

Ok, one of the complaints about the 696 was its inability to handle "hotter" loads. I wonder what has happened with the 69 to fix that?

This is what I'm wondering too. What did they do to correct the barrel extension/forcing cone weakness of the 696/396?

I think (hope) other barrel length's will come later. At first glance you don't see much different between my 357NG or 329NG & the 396NG, until you compare the top frame straps & yoke thickness. The L frame is a handy size, not too big & not too small. I hope it sells well for them.

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396NG barrel extension

 

[Sebago Son]

There may be a "PLUG" in my future...

 

[Boxhead]

This is what I'm wondering too. What did they do to correct the barrel extension/forcing cone weakness of the 696/396?

I think (hope) other barrel length's will come later. At first glance you don't see much different between my 357NG or 329NG & the 396NG, until you compare the top frame straps & yoke thickness. The L frame is a handy size, not too big & not too small. I hope it sells well for them.

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396NG barrel extension

While I have not looked at the piece on Smith's site I would expect that the cylinder is longer hence barrel extension shorter and I would not be surprised if they went the two piece barrel route to help manage this as well.

 

[KLYDE]

While I have not looked at the piece on Smith's site I would expect that the cylinder is longer hence barrel extension shorter and I would not be surprised if they went the two piece barrel route to help manage this as well.

Yes, The sales literature states it has the two piece barrel. I would think the engineers would have addressed this issue in depth during development. With all the controversy over the 696, whether real or internet hype, I think it is still a very valid question.

 

[Old Corp]

I'm holding off - waiting for the 3 shot j frame .44.

 

[J. W.]

While an interesting concept, I'd have rather seen a 6 shot L-frame 10mm. (I realize it may not be possible due to cylinder strength issues)


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[ladder13]

There may be a "PLUG" in my future...

WHAT?????? Tell me more.

 

[Engine49guy]

Model 69 ? ...but the Model 469 and 669 were 9mm automatics ?

There goes my oCd again

 

[jd70]

Ok 2 new s&w in a row really have my interest. Was looking for a 696, this might be better with the option of 44 mag loads on occasion. Is s&w finally paying attention to something other than plastic?

 

[Thursday]

Just put my name in line for one at my LGS. Hopefully we will start seeing these sooner rather than later. Not too soon though so I have time to get my funds together. Getting three S&Ws this year. 69, 66 and 500.

 

[jaymoore]

Had the thought this morning that a .41 Magnum would be even better! More metal at the forcing cone and a wee bit less earthshaking with factory loads. (Not that I shoot many of those.)

The fixed sight idea mentioned above isn't bad either, or maybe fixed night sight.

The slightly shorter distance between trigger and backstrap is one reason I like this new package. It's way easier for me to shoot double action accurately.

ETA: Need to fire up the lead pot and commence casting! Very likely this Model 69 is going to be a hungry little beastie.

 

[chuck perry]

This just made the top of my "want" list. What a great idea for a revolver. It's awesome to see new revolver ideas from both S&W and Ruger!

 

[geoff40]

There may be a "PLUG" in my future...

What? After seeing some of your 629s why why why would you want one of these things?

 

[KLYDE]

Been stewing on this blasted gun all day. Why the 4.25" barrel? I believe Canada has the longer barrel requirement. (may be wrong) Is this a one size fits all to suffice their barrel regulations. Lets hear from our members up North.

 

[STCM(SW)]

I was at my LGS picking up my M49.
Last thing I told him was the first one he gets in is mine!

 

[KLYDE]

I was at my LGS picking up my M49.
Last thing I told him was the first one he gets in is mine!

I'll probably end up buying one myself.

 

[Doug M.]

I don't see the solution and the problem overlapping at all. 2 piece barrel? Meh. I'll keep my 629-4MG.

Obviously, I seem to be in the minority on this, and so S&W may have a winner on their hands.

 

[shipwreck2]

Is something wrong with the K frames? It seems the excitement stems from this being in a an L frame? What am I missing?

 

[Muley Gil]

Is something wrong with the K frames? It seems the excitement stems from this being in a an L frame? What am I missing?

Well, this IS the first big bore Magnum L frame. .44 Magnum in a more compact package is appealing to a lot of folks. The L frame also shares the same grip size as the K frame. Many shooters find the N frame grip to be too large for them.

 

[Godandhuntingdogs]

How hard would it be for a smith to cut the barrel to 3"