Enzo
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Are those Hornady?
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Performance Center 629
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It is a beauty, Question tho I have the same gun and my hand was to big for wooden grip so I got a hogue grip for it, I let some go at the range and recoil still is getting the best of my hand, PLEASE tell me there's another grip out here for this gun thanks for your help if you reply.
StatesRightist
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I take an X-large glove, I recommend the Tamer/500 grips sold on the S&W website. It reduces recoil better than any I've tried and it fills the hand better.
I recommend the Barnes Brand .44 mags. Barnes loads their own, they are available at Midway and an excellent SD load IMO.
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I own this same 629PC and let me tell you, the bull analogy was spot on. After 15 rounds, I had a deep cut on my right thumb and a tear in the web between my right thumb and index finger. After the second tear of flesh, it was no longer fun. Next time I take it out I will be wearing a pair of shooting gloves.
I know this thread started nearly two years ago, but I just wanted to add my appreciation for both the gun and the photos. The Performance Center UDR models in .357, .41 and .44 Magnum are some of the most attractive short-barrel heavy-frame guns ever made.
I have the .357 version with IL (the re-issued "Blood Work" model) and wouldn't mind having the .41 and .44 versions some day. I can't imagine shooting full boat .44 Magnum rounds in one with my aging and arthritic hands, but since the company no longer makes a snubnose .44 Special, this is the gun you would have to buy to take advantage of the several perfectly satisfactory .44 Special loads out there.
I have the .357 version with IL (the re-issued "Blood Work" model) and wouldn't mind having the .41 and .44 versions some day. I can't imagine shooting full boat .44 Magnum rounds in one with my aging and arthritic hands, but since the company no longer makes a snubnose .44 Special, this is the gun you would have to buy to take advantage of the several perfectly satisfactory .44 Special loads out there.
TexasRider
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Question on the Performance Center
A quick question for you guys from a relatively new S&W enthusiast.
Can you order the Performance Center handguns such as this 629? Or do you just have to shop around for one?
We have a few large S&W sellers here in Houston and I dont know that I have ever seen a PC gun there at any of them. I might not have been looking hard enough though.
I am interested in a shorty 44 Mag. I have and regularly shoot several 44 Mags, but mine are all longer barrels.
I was with a buddy looking for him a 357 and I saw a couple of the Ruger Alaskans. One in 44 Mag and one in 454 too. I would like to give one of these shorty's a run.
While I like the Ruger I have a couple of them in 44 and I would prefer the S&W. As a matter of fact, other than my 44 Super Red Hawk , there might be some other Rugers for sale
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But I dont know what the wait might be for a PC gun. I have intended to call S&W and ask, but I thought it might be answered here.
Also what are the chamber lengths in the 44 PC guns?
Thanks guys.
A quick question for you guys from a relatively new S&W enthusiast.
Can you order the Performance Center handguns such as this 629? Or do you just have to shop around for one?
We have a few large S&W sellers here in Houston and I dont know that I have ever seen a PC gun there at any of them. I might not have been looking hard enough though.
I am interested in a shorty 44 Mag. I have and regularly shoot several 44 Mags, but mine are all longer barrels.
I was with a buddy looking for him a 357 and I saw a couple of the Ruger Alaskans. One in 44 Mag and one in 454 too. I would like to give one of these shorty's a run.
While I like the Ruger I have a couple of them in 44 and I would prefer the S&W. As a matter of fact, other than my 44 Super Red Hawk , there might be some other Rugers for sale
.But I dont know what the wait might be for a PC gun. I have intended to call S&W and ask, but I thought it might be answered here.
Also what are the chamber lengths in the 44 PC guns?
Thanks guys.
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I had 2 order mine from a place in town called gander mountain $1052
A quick question for you guys from a relatively new S&W enthusiast.
Can you order the Performance Center handguns such as this 629? Or do you just have to shop around for one?
We have a few large S&W sellers here in Houston and I dont know that I have ever seen a PC gun there at any of them. I might not have been looking hard enough though.
I am interested in a shorty 44 Mag. I have and regularly shoot several 44 Mags, but mine are all longer barrels.
I was with a buddy looking for him a 357 and I saw a couple of the Ruger Alaskans. One in 44 Mag and one in 454 too. I would like to give one of these shorty's a run.
While I like the Ruger I have a couple of them in 44 and I would prefer the S&W. As a matter of fact, other than my 44 Super Red Hawk , there might be some other Rugers for sale
But I dont know what the wait might be for a PC gun. I have intended to call S&W and ask, but I thought it might be answered here.
Also what are the chamber lengths in the 44 PC guns?
Thanks guys.
This weekend there are two shows. One in North Caroline n the other is in PA. My gun guy is going to the North C. one and is getting me the S&W 44Vcal. performance center gun. If you know of anyone going, talk to them. Or i can give you the name of my gun guy. There are two gun guys going -one is going to PA n the other to North C. They both are going to look for me n they will call each other. S&W will be at both shows!
He should only charge you $35 for shipping n Ins. The wait for those Performance guns --can be up to one year !!!
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A quick question for you guys from a relatively new S&W enthusiast.
Can you order the Performance Center handguns such as this 629? Or do you just have to shop around for one?
We have a few large S&W sellers here in Houston and I dont know that I have ever seen a PC gun there at any of them. I might not have been looking hard enough though.
I am interested in a shorty 44 Mag. I have and regularly shoot several 44 Mags, but mine are all longer barrels.
I was with a buddy looking for him a 357 and I saw a couple of the Ruger Alaskans. One in 44 Mag and one in 454 too. I would like to give one of these shorty's a run.
While I like the Ruger I have a couple of them in 44 and I would prefer the S&W. As a matter of fact, other than my 44 Super Red Hawk , there might be some other Rugers for sale
But I dont know what the wait might be for a PC gun. I have intended to call S&W and ask, but I thought it might be answered here.
Also what are the chamber lengths in the 44 PC guns?
Thanks guys.
I have a Ruger Alaskan in 44 and shoot it regularly. It's a hoot. Not sure why, but it's one of my guns that EVERYBODY wants to shoot. We shoot the PMC 180gr. HP's and the Remington 180gr. UMC SP's until the barrel gets so hot you'd think it was going to melt.
Only the biggest gun stores will regularly stock Performance Center models, but any gun store should be able to order one for you.
If you are lucky, you will sometimes find unwanted PC guns on the consignment or trade-in shelves at even the smaller gun shops.
If a particular PC model that you want is out of production with no prospect of reintroduction, you just have to keep your eyes open for offerings on the usual auction sites.
If you are lucky, you will sometimes find unwanted PC guns on the consignment or trade-in shelves at even the smaller gun shops.
If a particular PC model that you want is out of production with no prospect of reintroduction, you just have to keep your eyes open for offerings on the usual auction sites.
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LAZY EYED SNIPER
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Been a while since I signed on here.
I appreciate all the kind words. Figured I'd stop in a post a new photo...
I appreciate all the kind words. Figured I'd stop in a post a new photo...
Best looking Revolver IMO
It looks beautiful I have been looking for one but cant track one down and if I do its gone before I can grab it.
It looks beautiful I have been looking for one but cant track one down and if I do its gone before I can grab it.
Magnum-Krazy
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Well from one glutton for punishment to another, there's nothing like hard bucking recoil --------- (-;
I also have NO safe queens as well.
Great looking Performance Center 629, she's a beauty !
Ernie
I appreciate all the kind words. Figured I'd stop in a post a new photo...
Been carrying this gun for a while now. Practicing with Berry's 220 grain flat point bullets in a Magnum case. 6.5 grains of Bullseye makes for a nice range practice round.
Attn Moe L
I also own the Ruger Alaskan in .44M. Nobody else touches this gun, nobody. Agree the 180gr Rem load is super. The Hogue grips make it a pleasure to shoot. Never would have thought I could do double-taps with a .44M.
I also own the Ruger Alaskan in .44M. Nobody else touches this gun, nobody. Agree the 180gr Rem load is super. The Hogue grips make it a pleasure to shoot. Never would have thought I could do double-taps with a .44M.
Dale53
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I am a published photographer having worked for a magazine for several years. Your pictures are EXCELLENT, period!!
Looking at them I am reminded of an old saying, " It ain't the bow and arrows, it's the Indian". Or, to paraphrase, "It's not the equipment, it's the photographer"...
You obviously have a great eye and know how to use them (eyes).
FWIW
Dale53
