Model of 1989

[rockquarry]

I enjoy my ACP revolvers but have to admit, I have never tried a Model 1988 or Model 1989. Don't see the need for the underlug for the ACP round. Heck, a couple of mine don't even have the shrouded ejector rod! Maybe I need to get on of the heavy ones to see what the fuss is about.

Kevin

The added weight of the heavy barrel and full lug helps steady the gun. I almost always shoot paper targets at 25 (sometimes 50) yards in a bullseye, one handed stance using single-action. A Model 22 .45 ACP / Auto Rim, by comparison, has the lighter partial shroud only and the lighter barrel. Its shoots well and is probably as accurate as the 625s, but I find it more difficult to steady when shooting bullseye style.

Firing double-action using two hands, one would likely notice a difference in "shootability" between the heavier and lighter guns, but it may not be significant, depending on the shooter and skill level.

 

[StrawHat]

The added weight of the heavy barrel and full lug helps steady the gun. I almost always shoot paper targets at 25 (sometimes 50) yards in a bullseye, one handed stance using single-action. A Model 22 .45 ACP / Auto Rim, by comparison, has the lighter partial shroud only and the lighter barrel. Its shoots well and is probably as accurate as the 625s, but I find it more difficult to steady when shooting bullseye style.

Firing double-action using two hands, one would likely notice a difference in "shootability" between the heavier and lighter guns, but it may not be significant, depending on the shooter and skill level.

Thank you.

My PPC revolver was a Davis built one with the slab sided barrel and matching underlug. I found it heavy for the cartridge but a joy to compete with.

I may have to find one of the full lugged ACP and try it.

Kevin

 

[Baltimoreed11754]

I've used mine in zombie [ZSA] matches numerous times. Great revolver and you get your brass back.

 

[ladder13]

As promised 625-2 Model of 1988 Ignore the Bridgestones.

 

[bananaman]

I really like my newer 625-8 JM. Use Rimz poly moon clips for range. No tools needed! {do have tools and metal clips also} It is a good shooter in my book Bob

 

[PALADIN85020]

This is my 625-2 5" model of 1988. I've modified it slightly to my tastes and it's received a Nelson Ford action job. It's the smoothest DA revolver I own, and extremely accurate. Great field and defense gun, for sure.

John

 

[ladder13]

I think I'm going fiber optic on mine. So easy on the eyes.

 

[sodacan]

As long as we're sharing 45acp revolvers, here are three of my five. I also have 1917 guns in both Colt and S&W flavors. The BMT moon clip tool is something I wouldn't be without.

 

[StrawHat]

As long as we're sharing 45acp revolvers, here are three of my five. I also have 1917 guns in both Colt and S&W flavors. The BMT moon clip tool is something I wouldn't be without.

sodacan,

In the photograph of the two blued revolvers, one is a Model 1950 and the other is a Model 1955, I believe.

I tried enlarging the photo to read the barrel stamping on the bottom revolver. It blurred, what does it say please? Is it off center?

Thanks,

Kevin

 

[sodacan]

1955 on top. 1950 on bottom. Everything is exactly where it should be.
Says "45 CAL MODEL 1950". The 1950 is a rare all target version, all original.

 

[CH4]

I love both of mine, a 3" (625-3) and 5" (625-2), I use both standard brass with moon clips and 45AR. I often carry my 3" as my EDC.

 

[moralem]

Well here is mine…..one of my favorites.