Another NIB with HOLES in straps. 629-6

[tmd17]

Another new Smith revolver came in recently that has the mystery holes in the front and back straps. This time it is a 629-6.









Links to other post about similar holes:

http://smith-wessonforum.com/s-w-re...7-front-back-strap.html?highlight=holes+strap

http://smith-wessonforum.com/s-w-re...us-odd-holes-frame.html?highlight=holes+strap

http://smith-wessonforum.com/s-w-re...thailand-seek-help.html?highlight=holes+strap

Still clueless about their purpose.

 

[stansdds]

Maybe there are some moths at S&W and they have developed the skill to eat metal.

 

[329]

Interesting, it looks like the model number is Lazer etched? Mine is definitely stamped(you can hardly read it )

 

[Rodan]

Possibly some kind of indexing system for clamping the frames during the machining process?

 

[Hair Trigger]

Possibly some kind of indexing system for clamping the frames during the machining process?

That was my thought also.

 

[mrchick]

It happens when they spin balance them[emoji23]

 

[Dave.357]

For our blind shooters
Braille markings for assembly .

 

[Nick B]

Put the grips back on and you'll never see them . ��

 

[Casual Smith Nut]

For our blind shooters
Brail markings for assembly .

That made me laugh

 

[Tom S.]

For our blind shooters
Brail markings for assembly .

Like the braille markings on drive up ATM's?

 

[tmd17]

It happens when they spin balance them[emoji23]

Best response ever to these holes!

 

[jcs266]

I'm guessing something done at the factory. They're neatly done and grips cover it so I wouldn't give it another thought.

Perhaps pics to S&W just to learn what they're for?

 

[toddimusnimski]

I'm guessing something done at the factory. They're neatly done and grips cover it so I wouldn't give it another thought.

Perhaps pics to S&W just to learn what they're for?

Best response yet. Maybe they can clear it up once and for all.

 

[marinevet]

I'd be a little more concerned about what looks like rust on the frame and in the jig holes than the holes themselves.........

 

[ruggyh]

has anyone actually studied this much at all?

SO FAR it all seems to be a dash 6 issue.. so can someone say what CHANGED for the dash 6 models?

Apparently you did not look at the links

 

[tmd17]

Two more NIB 686-6 came in today, BOTH had the mystery holes. I have pics but won't bother posting them as it seems to be a relatively routine thing for Smith now. I will note that the holes where in the same general area on the front and back straps as others I have seen, but no discernible pattern or spacing to indicate they would be useful as locators of any sort.

 

[sodacan]

At least they put the QR code where it doesn't show, as on the frame of the new Colt Pythons.

 

[ImDrRich]

Send it back; tell S&W Customer Service you want it fixed! )

 

[tmd17]

Another entry so that I can keep track.

This time it's a 442-1.

The first non stainless frame that I have seen with the mystery holes.

 

[mod57]

My 629-6 has the holes also
http://smith-wessonforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=631391&stc=1&d=1686414842

http://smith-wessonforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=631392&stc=1&d=1686414842