mounting scope on 629-6

[Jerryj66]

I just purchased a 629-6 Competitor with the weaver rail on top and am trying to install a Leupold VX-3. I will be using the gun primarily for hunting. With the iron sights left in place it looks like I will need fairly tall rings.

That is where the questions/request for advice begins. Does the distance from the barrel impact accuracy as much as I feel it might? Does the extended length put added recoil stress on the rings that could cause problems later? Is there a stronger brand of rings that is specifically or better suited for the purpose?

Seems like I could remove the rear iron sight and install the scope closer to the barrel but then I lose the back up of having the iron sights if the scope were to fail in the field. Also seems like S&W would not have put the rail there in the first place if this were necessary but I don't know.

Thanks in advance for any advice.

 

[Drewfish]

629 scope mounting options

I also got the 629 PCenter last week and want to mount the Leupold VX-3 variable handgun scope. Went to Cabelas and could not find a high enough mount to work and clear the rear sight. What's the advice from the pros out there? Do I need to remove the sight and what exact model/brand base will work with this combo? Any help is appreciated!

 

[Hillbilly77]

Welcome to the Forum, both of you.

The 629-6 should have the top strap drilled and tapped to accept a scope mount base. You need to remove the entire rear sight assembly to access the mount holes. You don't have to remove the rearmost screw (the elevation adjustment screw). Just remove the front screw/screws and the assembly will slide off the back side of the gun.

I don't know of a mount that allows you to keep the rear sight - I think the factory sights are too short and would be obstructed by a scope mount base anyways. There may be something out there, but I don't know.

Leupold has what you need to mount a scope to a revolver.
Handgun Mounting Systems Archives - Leupold Optics | Leupold Optics

 

[Pizza Bob]

If you just want the rear sight as back-up in case of scope failure, leave it in place and by a set of throw-lever quick-disconnect rings that fit the rail. That way you can get the lowest rings possible (you want the scope center as close to bore axis as possible) while still retaining the ability to quickly remove the scope & rings assembly to utilize the irons.

Adios,

Pizza Bob

 

[ErnieDeBord]

My thoughts, Handgun hunting I would leave it alone & use Fac iron sights, take the money "saved" and buy a brush rifle for primary, and the handgun for backup, I don't hunt tho, just my ideas, Regards Ernie