75Vette
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Small correction. The endurance package started with the 629-2E, not the 629-1.
629 Classic vs. Classic DX
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Small correction. The endurance package started with the 629-2E, not the 629-1.
beach elvis
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Noone who has a -4 Classic DX will tell you they wish they had a non-DX Classic, including me.
I cannot speak to the dash numbers of the 629. The Classic DX 29-5 in 5" was made in 1992 only, and as near as I can determine there were less than 200 pieces. I have one that I bought new. If you can find one, it will be salty in price. I have never seen another in the wild, and I know what I turned down for mine
Pizza Bob
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Tinman:
Of interest...
FS: Smith Model 29-6 5 inch
Already D&T
Disclaimer: While I know the seller, I have no skin in this game.
Adios,
Pizza Bob
Of interest...
FS: Smith Model 29-6 5 inch
Already D&T
Disclaimer: While I know the seller, I have no skin in this game.
Adios,
Pizza Bob
Great thread, lots of good information. If you're looking for a shooter go with the Classic. The -4 and -5 are best, the -5 takes a hit because of the mim parts. Personally, I don't think it's an issue. Love the balance of the 5". Grail gun: 5" 629-4 DX. But then you're back to something you don't want to shoot.
Something else comes to mind here. if you are looking for a D&T gun to put a scope on, something tells me that you have to guard the removed rear sight with your life. I think they a gun specific, and very hard to come by. Seems i read that relative to the Classic/ DX. Just seem to remember reading this
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75Vette
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Correct Pete. The 629-3 & 29-5 had unique rear sights.
BTW, you're missing your chance to show off your 5"er. The Chy-Na flu must be affecting your judgement.
Correct Pete. The 629-3 & 29-5 had unique rear sights.
BTW, you're missing your chance to show off your 5"er. The Chy-Na flu must be affecting your judgement.
I know Vette. I figure I have posted it enough.
75Vette
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I know Vette. I figure I have posted it enough.
Naaaah. One more time can't hurt.
Naaaah. One more time can't hurt.
OK, back by popular demand, my 1992 M29-5 Classic DX 5" complete with story. I was doing a medium voltage installation at Shippensburg University over a year and a half. Every week I stopped into this nice LGS and would look the guns over. This one too. after over a year, I got sick of looking at it, and bought it. Glad I did. It has fired 12 rounds. The grips are Culina American Holly. It is the centerpiece of my modest collection
Attachments
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Did the frame mounted firing pin come in with the 629-5 along with MIM parts?
Again, I don't think that's necessarily a bad thing. Just want to understand the differences between versions.
Again, I don't think that's necessarily a bad thing. Just want to understand the differences between versions.
357 shooter
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Yes that is the way my 629-5 Classic is equipped.
DGNY
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I reckon I'm going to buck the opinion trend once again. In the future, my gut says that the DX will exceed the plain Classic in desirability - and price.
Moreover, chances are that a DX (mine is a tack-driving 629–5 6.5"), will be at least as accurate as an average (admittedly excellent) regular Classic.
All the best to those who seek either model!
Moreover, chances are that a DX (mine is a tack-driving 629–5 6.5"), will be at least as accurate as an average (admittedly excellent) regular Classic.
All the best to those who seek either model!
I hear folks talking about the price differential of the Classic and the DX what is the current premium for the DX? I bought a 629 - 4 8 3/8 DX earlier this year with all the sights, box target etc. I had been wanting to get one and the opportunity presented itself from someone I know, but I didn't pay all that much more than the cost of a 629.
Yup, all have the "endurance package". But if you aren't shooting super stout loads as was common during the heyday of IHMSA, then you're not likely to notice any dramas.
The .44 with which i have put the most rounds down range and have dry fired the most is a 629-6. It's the most accurate .44 I own including DX's and PC's out to 200m, Pay for the hype if you want, but since S&W started putting "correct" size cylinder throats in all of their .44s, accuracy has more to do with the individual revolver build than anything else. Also, the -6s have quick change front sights like the DX's so no worries there.
The most important pre purchase chore is to do a good inspection of the very revolver you want to buy. Applies to any S&W revolver you intend to shoot. Old or new.
grip frame
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A few points:
All the full lug "Classic" revolvers have the quick change front sight system, not just the DX versions. From 629-3 and 29-5 up. Standard half lug versions did not and still do not.
The 5" 629 Classic DX and 5" 29 Classic DX were only offered for one year and only in the 629-3 and 29-5 variants.
Its a matter of opinion only that the 629-4 variant is better than the 629-3. The -4 has the new extractor system but lost the flash chrome hammers and triggers which do not rust. My opinion after owning many different examples of both is that the revolvers built during the 629-3 and 29-5 time frame were built better. More attention to fit and function.
All the full lug "Classic" revolvers have the quick change front sight system, not just the DX versions. From 629-3 and 29-5 up. Standard half lug versions did not and still do not.
The 5" 629 Classic DX and 5" 29 Classic DX were only offered for one year and only in the 629-3 and 29-5 variants.
Its a matter of opinion only that the 629-4 variant is better than the 629-3. The -4 has the new extractor system but lost the flash chrome hammers and triggers which do not rust. My opinion after owning many different examples of both is that the revolvers built during the 629-3 and 29-5 time frame were built better. More attention to fit and function.
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