Model 627

[csdmann]

I am thinking of purchasing a new 627. I am looking for some feed back and some reviews on the 627. I have other revolvers but have always had my eye on the 627 and can't get it out of my head. Any information or feed back would be appreciated.

 

[Macinaw]

627 PC with gold bead front sight; what's not to like?

I have a 627 PC that I use for Steel Challenge and the 2 extra shots really makes a difference. And the use of moon clips makes reloads fast!

I also just started using M&P R8 for Competition; it has a rail on top to easily mount optics.

 

[Arthury]

Just curious: Are the trigger-pulls of the 627PC and R8 the same long pull as any other revolvers?

 

[Florida Guy]

Choices

There are other choices besides a PC model:

I just got this one and really enjoyed shooting it first time out.
This is priced less than a PC gun with some of the same custom parts.

 

[Stainz]

The 4" 627 Pro, SKU #178014 MSRP $969, has some great attributes, the spring-loaded front sight being a favorite of mine. It, like my 625JM, can take a .250" tall Classic/DX style HiViz sight without tools - a great boon to my 'mature' eyes for plinking. After a few Ahrends grips, I settled on another JM style monogrip. Mine is over four years old now - and a favorite. I tried to wear it out it's first two years.

The 2 5/8" PC627 UDR, aka 'The Blood Work' gun from the 2002 movie, SKU #170133 MSRP $1,049, comes with a marginably better DA trigger - and is a PC Shop product. I wanted one since the original run was advertised in 1999. I was able to say good-bye to other old friend (s) and actually bought a spare one 10/10. The one pictured was the first one locally -4/10. They are far more accurate than a short barrel should be - and maneuverable, too. Great revolvers.

Both styles work equally well with both Ranch Products moonclips and the 5starfirearms.com speedloaders and loading plates. I keep .38 Spcl +P 158gr LHPSWCs (Remington R38S12) loaded for home protection for both styles of revolver. I have not shot 'real' .357 Magnums from either style - the +P's are as hot as I go. Don't ask me to decide which one I'd keep if I could only keep one... I'd cheat!

Stainz

 

[bombmaster]

The Pro does not have a ball lock crane. The Performance center does. I own the 4" Pro and a 5" PC. They both have a very similar pull. I actually cannot tell them apart. The rod on the 4" got bent one time and then you could feel not having a ball crane. Once repaired with a straight rod, all is well. If you are planing on using either one for any competition, get the 5" PC. The longer sight radius is worth its weight in gold when you are under the clock. The 5" is ready for Steel challenge, USPSA, and perfect for ICORE. The 4" will work but is difficult to master as you start to creep up the overall finish and hit a brick wall. The 5" allows you to be a little more sloppy on the sights and get the same results.

 

[David Sinko]

My 627-4 is the only lock gun that I own. I'm very satisfied with it. I can't say I ever enjoyed shooting my Model 66, but the N Frame and two extra shots with the 627 are an unbeatable combination.

Trigger pull is basically the same as with the six shooters. The only difference is that the cylinder stop engages and locks the cylinder much quicker with the eight shooter. I guess you'd notice this if you're accustomed to staging the trigger when shooting DA, but I always pull straight through and for me it's just like shooting any of my six shot N Frames.

Dave Sinko

 

[Old Fashioned Six Shooter]

I already have a 627 2 5/8" PC UDR (Ultimate Defensive Revolver) a.k.a. "The Bloodwork Gun," and I put $500 down on a 627 4" Pro Series just two days ago. Both are pictured complete with custom grips in Stainz thread. I currently carry my reloads in Tuff Products Quickstrips, but I plan to get some of the 5Star speedloaders soon. In my opinion, unless you are planning on carrying it concealed, the 627 is a no-brainer choice over the smaller .357 options. The bigger 627s can still be carried concealed with proper holster and wardrobe choices, but they will not be as forgiving of cheaper holsters and snugger fitting clothing as some of the smaller frames.

 

[627 city hunter]

Wow, the 627 Pro! let me say dave sinko is correct the cylinder stop engagement.

Most accurate firearm I have ever fired.

 

[TSQUARED]

I puirchased a 627PC several years before the 627 Pro was available and have put more than 10,000 rounds of 38 Special loads through it in competition shoots. The 5 inch barrel helps with the additional sight radius. If you were planning on using it with optical sights I would definitely consider the 627 Pro model.

 

[Gorenut]

Good timing running into this thread. I just rekindled my love with my 627 PC this past weekend after it spent almost a year in the safe. Here is my first volley at 45-50 ft (the other shots were with another gun) using cheap factory reloads. The target is a 3" Shoot N C.

I'm really looking to get new grips for it now. I already have some Hogue target grips with just 1 finger notch, but after some time, I realized I prefer the grip to be thicker and without finger grooves at all.

 

[BrianK]

I already have a 627 2 5/8" PC UDR (Ultimate Defensive Revolver) a.k.a. "The Bloodwork Gun," and I put $500 down on a 627 4" Pro Series just two days ago. Both are pictured complete with custom grips in Stainz thread. I currently carry my reloads in Tuff Products Quickstrips, but I plan to get some of the 5Star speedloaders soon. In my opinion, unless you are planning on carrying it concealed, the 627 is a no-brainer choice over the smaller .357 options. The bigger 627s can still be carried concealed with proper holster and wardrobe choices, but they will not be as forgiving of cheaper holsters and snugger fitting clothing as some of the smaller frames.

If you could post a pic of that UDR, I would greatly appreciate it. Thanks - BrianK

 

[Stukaman]

Silly question perhaps but is there such a thing as a snubby 627 with no lock kinda want one as a companion to my 629-4 snubby?

 

[Nightowl]

Silly question perhaps but is there such a thing as a snubby 627 with no lock kinda want one as a companion to my 629-4 snubby?

The original 627 UDR was built without the lock, 302 made I believe.

 

[Stukaman]

Oh wow so I only have to find one out 302 in the whole USA yeah I'm screwed lmao!

 

[sodacan]

Have you considered an older 627, like a 627-0? They're much harder to find, but one of them would surely scratch your itch. Good luck.

 

[Stukaman]

I only desire the six shot one if that is a 629-0 then so be it.

 

[PA Guns & Ammo]

Is the trigger assembly on the 627PC the same as the M&P R8? I have the M&P R8 and I like the 627PC better.

James

 

[MTKTM]

The Pro does not have a ball lock crane. The Performance center does. I own the 4" Pro and a 5" PC. They both have a very similar pull. I actually cannot tell them apart. The rod on the 4" got bent one time and then you could feel not having a ball crane. Once repaired with a straight rod, all is well. If you are planing on using either one for any competition, get the 5" PC. The longer sight radius is worth its weight in gold when you are under the clock. The 5" is ready for Steel challenge, USPSA, and perfect for ICORE. The 4" will work but is difficult to master as you start to creep up the overall finish and hit a brick wall. The 5" allows you to be a little more sloppy on the sights and get the same results.

I have the 5" PC 627 and agree that it's a fine revolver. But for USPSA I think not so much. This is because of the maximum of 6 rounds before a reload. It is certainly possible to either download the moon clips, or just load 8, shoot 6, and discard the remaining 2, but doing a rapid reload with an 8 round moon clip is a little trickier than a 6. I find that the 610 or 625, loading 6, work vastly better for IPSC/USPSA shooting in Revolver class.

For IDPA, no revolver with a barrel length of over 4" is legal, and the 6 round prior to a reload rule applies, so the 627PC is not an option, and the Pro gun would be problematic. The 686 SSR is your best revolver bet to play the IDPA game. I have used an ugly 66-7 4" for that game, and it works great, but am seriously considering the SSR.

 

[Whitter]

I picked up a NIB 627 PC about 4 weeks ago. So far all I've done is run about 150 rounds through her (100 .38 & 50 .357). Excellent weapon. Best double action trigger I've ever used. Accurate out of the box - literally I made NO adjustments to the sight. POI was dead on POA from 12 yards, standing, double action. I'm a decent shot - not Olympic quality by anyone's standards, but was able to land 2" to 3" groups this way. Zero problems with the piece. High quality, looks great, does everything I'd ever ask of it. I'll give it a longer shake down run this weekend. If I can figure it out I'll post some pictures after I get finished. It comes with 2 sets of grips. I believe they are both from Altamont - at least I viewed the same grips on the Altamont web site. The wood grips are very handsome. However, being round butt I found that my hand tended to collapse downward as I shot. This week I'll be trying out the rubber set that came with the gun. They are a round to square conversion grip. The shape feels better in my hand - more filling. I ordered a set of Altamont's Black/Silver with S&W Medallion that are the round to square conversion. 100% satisfied with the quality, form and function of this revolver.