Is there a pre-lock/pre MIM 629 with the durability package upgrades? If so what am I looking for? Thanks.
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Basically from the Model 629-3 and 629-4 but don't let anybody fool you the 629-5 is probably the strongest and there's nothing wrong with MIM parts, it just bothers some of the collectors.
And sometimes you run across a Model 629-2E they're kind of coveted by the collectors.
Tom
And sometimes you run across a Model 629-2E they're kind of coveted by the collectors.
Tom
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Thanks Tom, that's helpful. Although I currently have eight .44 mags or .44 specials, none are SS and I've recently decided I need a 6" 629 of some variety.
I personally am a big fan of 629-4 Classic Hunter and the power ports
Tom
Tom
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Nice!
AveragEd
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If you don't plan to shoot a lot of full-house magnum ammunition in it, any variation of the 629 should work for you. I have a six-inch 629-1 and have zero problems with it shooting my 240-grain cast semi-wadcutters.
The only thing I have done to it is replace the rear sight assembly with a Millett - it gives my aging eyes a better sight picture. I have toyed with having the integral front sight replaced with a black Patridge but hate to permanently alter an older gun.
Ed
The only thing I have done to it is replace the rear sight assembly with a Millett - it gives my aging eyes a better sight picture. I have toyed with having the integral front sight replaced with a black Patridge but hate to permanently alter an older gun.
Ed
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I wound up winning a Gunbroker auction for a 6" no dash 629, so i guess we're going early 629. I'll post some pics when I have it in hand.
Abbynormal
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My 629-4 Mountain Gun does not have MIM innards and has the endurance package.
I would not worry about lack of endurance package. I've put thousand of rounds through my 629-2 with no issues. All factory 240 gr loads.
