Frame/yoke gap on 629 to big

[yfdcap]

Hello. I have a 629-4 that has been shot very little and is overall in excellent condition. However it has a very large yoke to frame gap. If you press on the cylinder from the right side it opens quite large. I would really like to fix this if anyone can help. The yoke is not bent, I have a tool to check it(Brownells yoke gauge). Here is a link to another thread in a forum that illustrates it perfect.
http://www.************************...721-model-36-1-spitting-lead-when-firing.html
Thanks for any help.

 

[2hawk]

Link's broken. Are you experiencing any problems that leads you to think this is other than an aesthetic issue? Is there lead build up on the forcing cone, or is the gun spitting? Have you tried to check the alignment of the cylinder/bore with a gauge?

I have some S&W revolvers with a gap between the yoke and frame that looks like he**, but they shoot fine, so I am not inclined to fix what ain't broke. But if you are having issues, call S&W and see if you can get a shipping tag for a factory repair. By far the best option IMHO.

Photo of the gun in question would be helpful, too.

 

[yfdcap]

Thanks for the reply. I guess they will not let you link to another website here. The gun shoots good just seems to spit a little more lead than usual. Have not checked alignment of barrel to cylinder. I do like a tight revolver and that is probably bothering me the most.

 

[2hawk]

Well, if it's spitting you've got a legitimate complaint. I cannot recall what the date is that S&W uses as a cut-off for their warranty, I think it's 1987 but I could be mistaken. I know that I have a PC 629-4 that I sent back as a warranty repair, pre-paid shipping, so you may just be able to get it fixed at the factory for free. Worth looking into imo.

 

[yfdcap]

I like to do my own repairs to learn but I will call them. Thanks for the replies.

 

[2hawk]

No problem. I like to work on my guns to a certain extent as well, but this sounds like it may require tooling and fixtures that may not be readily available.
Here's the CS page:
Shipping/Returns - Smith & Wesson

 

[BruceM]

I know what you mean. There was a time when this gap was a hairline, as with the frame to sideplate fit. The larger gap usually does nothing to degrade the revolver's utility but rather is a sign a craftsmanship or lack of it.

Bruce

 

[yfdcap]

I know what you mean. There was a time when this gap was a hairline, as with the frame to sideplate fit. The larger gap usually does nothing to degrade the revolver's utility but rather is a sign a craftsmanship or lack of it.

Bruce

Yes. This bothers me the most.

 

[alde]

I have the same situation with a 629-3. I also have to run the rear sight so far to the right that the blade hangs over the edge of the slot. In my case I think the barrel is under torqued. I was thinking of sending it in to S&W and have the barrel re-set or let them do there Outdoor Package where they re-set the barrel and do some other upgrades.

 

[yfdcap]

I was able to fix this myself. Bought some Power Custom yoke bushings from Midway usa. Two .002 bushings and it now has no movement at all. There is still a gap but no side to side play.