625 question

[ultratec00]

I have been mulling over which model for a while. My first hankering was for the full underlug thinking it would be a tad heavier than the PC w/o the full length underlug. According to the specs, the PC is actually 1.5 oz heavier so when I ran across a PC model for a decent price, jumped on it.

Model 625 JM | Smith & Wesson

PERFORMANCE CENTER(R) Model 625 | Smith & Wesson

Question is where does the extra 1.5 oz come from? My first thought is it has to be the barrel even though the PC barrel doesn't have the full underlug. Physically that's the only obvious difference between the two that would equate to a weight difference. Could also be the specs are wrong.

 

[wolverine]

Evening ultratec00;

I think the specs are wrong

The 625 PC has less underlug & a shorter cylinder so that would point to it being lighter.

The JM has a slightly wider trigger but that is only nano ounces.

I have both & like my PC version better but IF I were shooting heavy bullets (like for hunting large animals) then I would probably opt for the JM as it has a longer cylinder that will allow seating the heavier (longer) bullets farther out.

I just hate the JM grooved wider trigger (fixable with a Dremel but why should a person have to?)

 

[ultratec00]

Could be, the PC is listed over an inch longer too. Figured I couldn't go wrong with either one and the LGS had the PC at almost the same price as the JM.

Evening ultratec00;

I think the specs are wrong

 

[ontargetagain]

Personally I like my Model of 1988 5" compared to the 625 4" JM I had.
I believe Gunbuyer had or has a sale on the 625JM for $769.

I also have had a great experience with EZmoonclips in lieu of the metal ones.
Quite honestly the 625 is my favorite gun to shoot, it likes everything I have put through it and they react nicely to some mild to moderate trigger work.

Have fun!
Karl

 

[BLUEDOT37]

Question is where does the extra 1.5 oz come from? ... Could also be the specs are wrong.

On my digital scale the 625PC weighs 39oz vs. the website's listed 42oz.

40.5oz with the Badger conversion (RB->SB) grips shown.

S&W's data is off sometimes. Don't see why the overall length would be that much different either.

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[sodacan]

If you can get your hands on a 625-2, try it out. You may re-think your choices. Good luck. Oh yeah, I almost forgot, invest in a BMT moon clip tool, no matter which revolver end up getting. You will thank me!

 

[dakota1911]

I have been very happy with an off the rack 625.

 

[Pizza Bob]

Don't see why the overall length would be that much different either.

The PC's barrel is set deeper in the frame due to the short cylinder, thus yielding a shorter overall length and a shorter sight radius.

Adios,

Pizza Bob

 

[rbert0005]

My favorite 625 was the PC version with a 5 1/4" Bbl.

I sure wish I still had it. :-(

Bob

 

[POSS45]

Hello new friends! Just joined. I bought a slightly used 625 from a friend. I just noticed that the rear sight is adjusted all the way to the left, and the barrel appears to be slightly canted?? Could the barrel actually be crooked?
I know this may sound dumb, but I've never noticed this an any other revolver. Any help is appreciated. I haven't shot it yet.

 

[stumper]

This has always been my favorite a 625-4 - although it was never a real cataloged item. It was an over run of the Springfield Armory Commemorative gun made on the Mountain gun platform - but before they came out with the newer version with the weird front sight. Thin tapered barrel.

 

[Chipperxd]

if you end up with the 625 with those JM grips on it, I would invest in another set. Unless you have a vice like grip of JM himself.

 

[DevilDog72]

well..

Hello new friends! Just joined. I bought a slightly used 625 from a friend. I just noticed that the rear sight is adjusted all the way to the left, and the barrel appears to be slightly canted?? Could the barrel actually be crooked?
I know this may sound dumb, but I've never noticed this an any other revolver. Any help is appreciated. I haven't shot it yet.

Welcome to the Forum. Unfortunately some S&W revolvers have come out of the factory with the barrels not aligned. There are others on this forum that have had the same issue with their revolvers and I am sure some of those will be able to help you with a corrective action.

 

[sodacan]

Hello new friends! Just joined. I bought a slightly used 625 from a friend. I just noticed that the rear sight is adjusted all the way to the left, and the barrel appears to be slightly canted?? Could the barrel actually be crooked?
I know this may sound dumb, but I've never noticed this an any other revolver. Any help is appreciated. I haven't shot it yet.

Some friend. He sold you a paradigm a S&W quality control. Did you not question those things before you forked over the money? If he's your friend he'll give you your money back. There are threads here on what to look for when buying a revolver. Live and learn. Good luck and welcome to the forum.

 

[BLUEDOT37]

Hello new friends! Just joined. I bought a slightly used 625 from a friend. I just noticed that the rear sight is adjusted all the way to the left, and the barrel appears to be slightly canted?? Could the barrel actually be crooked?
I know this may sound dumb, but I've never noticed this an any other revolver. Any help is appreciated. I haven't shot it yet.

Welcome to the Forum!

Unfortunately this has been a reoccurring problem on some pistols.

Don't be dismayed as I've bought guns noticing only a very slight cant thinking it wouldn't be an issue only to find out it was more than it looked like.

I have several pistols that I have to adjust the rear sight to adjust for an under/over-clocked barrel.

My philosophy is if the POI is centered on your bullseye, within the rear sight's range, don't worry about the cant.

You could probably get S&W to take the pistol back for repair but for me it's not worth the hassle, or risk, unless it needs to go back for some other reason.

Hope you enjoy your 625.

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[photocosmo]

Big Mamou!

I have been very happy with an off the rack 625.

Oh YEAH!
Got one just like it and I have to say that I really prefer the balance of the 5" barrel. Those old Hogue grips are mighty comfortable too.