Model 929 PC (new for 2014)

[RonS]

Didn't realize that long a barrel would be acceptable in competition.

 

[Cal44]

Subject: New 9 mm Revolver
Dear Customer,
No, I just saw the video now that you told me about it. I had never heard of it either, and also cannot find it on our website. I have no information on the gun other than what you've told me, and what I just saw in the video.
It is brand spanking new, so the release is pending, although the video we released doesn't communicate that.
If further assistance is required please reply accordingly.
Sincerely,
Dere

I give this person, Dere, credit for being honest and admitting what he doesn't know.

But I have to wonder what further assistance he could give you given he had never even heard of the 929.

I'm looking forward to ordering one. I'll wait until it's announced formally so my LGS can find the right SKU to order.

Also given I live in California, it will take S&W a while to get it onto the approved handguns list. Shouldn't be a problem, it will just take time and California has to extract some money from the manufacturer to test it.

I have to think a lot of these restrictive laws here in CA are really just excuses to tax someone. For example, you have to pass a handgun safety test to buy a handgun. And pay a fee of $25. But the test is so easy that anyone who has ever seen a gun can pass without studying. And if you do fail, the LGS can give you a brochure to read that takes 10 minutes -- and then give you the test again.

Dave

 

[MedServ48-4]

I want it. I have no practical use for it but I want it.

 

[KEN L]

I can't wait to see how fast Jerry can fire/reload that bad boy!

 

[S&W357]

If the barrel is sized .355" it could be the Revolver from Heaven. If they put a .357" barrel on it, then it will be disappointing.
I'm rolling the dice, as I put my request in at my local dealer to get one.

I don't understand? 357 barrel can shoot 9 mm. What would a .355 barrel do for you ?

 

[RussB]

I don't understand? 357 barrel can shoot 9 mm. What would a .355 barrel do for you ?

It's all about accuracy. 9mm (.355") bullets will not shoot accurately from a .357" bore...then there are also the chamber throat diameter to consider.

When S&W produced the 627-4 in 38 Super, they dropped the ball regarding bore and throat diameters...they were all over the place

 

[S&W357]

So i was going to get that gun -Just for target. If SW builds the gun with .355 it will be a bullseys gun. Good to know..

 

[RonS]

Ask a Ruger .357/9mm convertible owner about accuracy. They do not have a good record in that regard due to the bore being a couple of thousandths oversized.

I suspect this gun would be a pussycat to shoot with the Team Glock load or other 147 grain target load.

 

[S&W1006]

The unfluted cylinder is what came with the 627Pinto. The black cylinder is a stock S&W 357 Magnum cylinder that was re-chambered to 9x23 by Pinnacle.

I have four or five spare cylinders on hand for future projects, including two of the nickel ones. I always look for spare cylinders even when I do not have a project in mind.

I love those sights who makes them?

 

[Hghtraining]

When it comes in a 4" I will buy one

 

[jaymoore]

I think it's a great idea but needs a lot of tweaking. 9mm is plentiful and inexpensive so for plinking this would be such a great gun for revolver fans. However the thousand dollar price tag throws inexpensive out of the conversation. A k frame with moons would probably have cost a lot less.


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If set up properly it ought not take much tweaking at all.

The $1000 price tag for the revolver isn't so big a factor as the cost of the ammo for most competitors. Back when I was "serious" about shooting and factory ammo was cheap, burning 2-3000 centerfire rounds a month (spread over several firearms, granted) was not unusual. Which expenditure quickly eclipses the firearm's price! What's needed is reliability, ergomonics, and good accessories.

 

[Pizza Bob]

I love those sights who makes them?

They appear to be LPA sights imported from Italy by Precision Sales International (PSI). I have a rear sight (non-FO) coming for my 27-4.

Adios,

Pizza Bob

 

[9146gt]

Any idea who the distributor is for the 929 PC#170341 ?

Tom

 

[bombmaster]

Any idea who the distributor is for the 929 PC#170341 ?

Tom

The distributor locks to be standard PC production. This is not a Banger or Lew Horton deal. MSRP $1279 (Ill take 3)
The video is down and should be back after the official announcement at SHOT.


This gun is exactly what ICORE shooters have been begging for for 10 years. After all, only 300 6.5" 8 shot revolvers were made (100 Banger 27-7's and 200 Lew Horton PC627's) ICORE shooters have been clamoring for a 6"+ barreled 8 shot PC produced gun. If action revolver running and gunning is not your forte, lets be clear. A great number of ICORE shooters run short colt cartridges (ie. rimmed 9mm) vs. 38 special in the ever popular 627 variety's often with 327 cylinders installed. A 9mm - 6.5" - 8 shot Ti cylinder, gun is game specifically exactly what a majority of ICORE shooters have been begging for and told is coming for years! So before you "Blue forum" purist poo-poo this beautiful revolver, I suggest you visit your local ICORE or USPSA club and see what all the whooplah is all about. I would hate to cut up another one of my 27-7's in reserve to accomplish the same thing.

This is all the PC929 porn I currently have.

 

[Macinaw]

It will be great if the barrel is .355!!!!!!!!!!

 

[9146gt]

Has anyone been able to order one yet?

Thanks
Tom

 

[bombmaster]

Distributors are showing 0 quantities. However it is a standard part number. Let's hope they keep producing until interest subsides.

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[S&W357]

If the barrel is sized .355" it could be the Revolver from Heaven. If they put a .357" barrel on it, then it will be disappointing.
I'm rolling the dice, as I put my request in at my local dealer to get one.

S&W came out with two 9 mm rev. I want to order one but i don't see the barrel size that you were talking about. .355 vs 357. When you have time can you go to sw site and tell me, out of the two rev. witch one would be more of a bullseye gun ?
Thanks

 

[forrestinmathews]

This gun is strictly a game gun built for Jerry Miculek because he's getting too old to shoot major. That's why the sport went to an 8 shot minor along with some Bravo Sierra about getting more shooters into the sport.

The 9mm is better than a .38 super or super comp because of it's powder efficiency for minor power factor loads. It makes sense also for the chambering of 9mm because it is not a reloader only proposition.

Yes it probably be a great idea in 40 or 10, but then they'd be up on the X frame. It would probably be an awesome idea to get the X built in Scandium and a titanium cylinder. It would be a bit clunky, but would probably be a great revolver.

 

[625 Shooter]

This gun is strictly a game gun built for Jerry Miculek because he's getting too old to shoot major. That's why the sport went to an 8 shot minor along with some Bravo Sierra about getting more shooters into the sport.

The 9mm is better than a .38 super or super comp because of it's powder efficiency for minor power factor loads. It makes sense also for the chambering of 9mm because it is not a reloader only proposition.

Bull....

A LOT of ICORE and USPSA shooters have been clamoring for an 8-shot 9mm revolver (like the M627.)

Many, including myself, have been using .38 Short Colt brass in the M627 - with great results.

As for Jerry M, well, he is still the greatest although there are a few great shooters right on his heels!

Remember, in ICORE there is NO Major PF.

The great debate (USPSA) is "how will 8-shot Minor PF stack up against 6-shot Major PF?" Beginning in February, we'll see!