S&WIowegan
US Veteran
I have had this same thing happen to me while running a 625-2 in USPSA matches. The ammo is 230 gr ball in full-moon clips. I have seen it happen to another local shooter using a 625 and moonclips. We believe this can happen during a reload where excess force is applied in haste. Several factors come into play. One factor may be a slightly loose yoke screw. Another seems to be that the spring-loaded yoke screw can retract enough under stress to allow the yoke to exit the gun.
I also believe the stainless steel used in S&W revolvers is a bit too soft. The metallurgists doubtless have good reasons for using the steel they selected.
These revolvers really aren't built to take regular abuse that competitive shooters generate. Most owners will never have a problem.
I also believe the stainless steel used in S&W revolvers is a bit too soft. The metallurgists doubtless have good reasons for using the steel they selected.
These revolvers really aren't built to take regular abuse that competitive shooters generate. Most owners will never have a problem.
