S&W 625 Model of 1989 Value????????????????????????

[jebsr]

I have a Model of 1989 SA&W 625 that I traded for a couple of years ago. I got it from a close personal friend of mine. He purchased the gun new and never fired more than 100 to 200 rounds through it. I have never fired it, because I already had one. I was always going to do something with it, but now decided to sell it to fund another shooting project. It is in super good condition. If you could could help me establish a value, I would appreciate it. All comments welcome.

Thanks in advance.

 

[jebsr]

I have a Model of 1989 SA&W 625 that I traded for a couple of years ago. I got it from a close personal friend of mine. He purchased the gun new and never fired more than 100 to 200 rounds through it. I have never fired it, because I already had one. I was always going to do something with it, but now decided to sell it to fund another shooting project. It is in super good condition. If you could could help me establish a value, I would appreciate it. All comments welcome.

Thanks in advance.

 

[cptdco]

I had an early 5 inch copy that I let go some years ago...sorry now that I did. I've been eye-balling a -2 (I think) in a local shop. Its priced at $570, which I think is a little high, but its a three inch barrel and they're hot these days. Othrewise, I haven't seen many around lately.

 

[toroflow1]

Depends on the barrel length. The 5" is common, and will not bring as much as the 3" or 4". There were 2900 or so 4" made; and 3200 or so 3" made. The short barrels both command a premium, $600-800 or so.

 

[jebsr]

Thanks for your comments. I will list it in the classifieds over the next few days, after I get some pics made and if i can figure out how to attach them. Thanks again for the help.

jebsr

 

[Cowford]

jebsr, E-mail sent on 625 Price Check. Cowford

 

[Guest]

Value would depend on the engineering change/vintage. The Model of 1989 M625 was a continuous model up to the last few years, so the actual vintage would determine the value.
The early guns would bring better values than the latest models, with the -4 versions being some of the most desirable.

 

[Dale53]

SmithNut;
And what is wrong with my 625-6 (5")?

Dale53

 

[bluetopper]

I found a 5" Model of 1989 on an online used gun site last winter for $475.
I kick myself every time I think about for not jumping on it. I could have even put it on layaway.

 

[Carmoney]

Originally posted by Dale53:
SmithNut;
And what is wrong with my 625-6 (5")?

Dale53

Not a thing! I know for a fact that a 5" 625-6 finished in the top three at the USPSA Revolver National Championships in 2006 and 2007!

 

[Guest]

Originally posted by Dale53:
SmithNut;
And what is wrong with my 625-6 (5")?

Dale53

Dale,
There is nothing wrong with a -6, it's just that the -4 is (overall) more desireable due to the firing pin location, all forged parts and the newer style rear sight assembly.
They all shoot, but the question here is about value and not all are equal in that category.

 

[claygrazer]

Originally posted by SmithNut:
There is nothing wrong with a -6, it's just that the -4 is (overall) more desireable due to the firing pin location, all forged parts and the newer style rear sight assembly.

I have a 625-4 that is somewhat of a weird duck. From the Spec Ord number on the box, the DOB is September 1997. It must have been made at the VERY end of the -4 runs, because it has the firing pin forged hammer, but has a MIM trigger. It is a sweet shooter.
Clay

 

[Dale53]

I was just doing "what is wrong" tongue in cheek. Frankly, even tho' it has the MIM parts, it has NO lock (if that is important to you) but what is extremely important to ME is that it shoots extremely well. I also have a 625-8 JM Special (4") and it is hard for me to decide which I like best. The JM has a slightly better action but the other day I shot my personal best with the 5" - 94x100 slow fire. I say "personal best" but I must qualify that. When I was shooting Bullseye Pistol years ago it is possible that I did better but I don't remember it. At any rate, I am happy with the 94 performance level (at least until the next time on the range

).

The .45 ACP revolvers are a truly happy combination. I LOVE the big holes (I can see them from the 25 yard line) and the relatively low recoil makes them nothing but fun to shoot. On the other hand, if I should decide to hunt with one of them, they can be safely loaded up to a respectable deer hunting round.

It's kind of like the "fat lady", there's a lot to love

.

Dale53

 

[David Kachel]

I paid $525 for my Model of 1989 (625-3) 5 incher.

It would take a lot more than that to get me to part with it.

 

[pinkymingeo]

There aren't many of the -6 guns. Much rarer than 1989's. Also much smoother. My 3" is as nice as an unaltered revolver could be, and feels like my -2 and -3 with action jobs. Desirable? Jump on a -6, if you can find one.

 

[Dale53]

Actually, my 625-6 (5" barrel) IS a Model 1989.

Dale53

 

[44wheelman]

paid $450 for my 5" 625-2 1988 model in February.

Any differences in price for a 1988 vs 1989 model?

 

[Guest]

In my opinion, the price will probably track with an early Model of 1989 version. Actually, I prefer the Model of 1988 since the markings are roll marked instead of laser etched, it just looks more finished and traditional.
Some folks have indicated the the Model of 1988 had issues (cylinder throat dimensions, IIRC), but of the 2 or 3 that I've owned over the years they all shot extremely well for me.
Neat gun, congrats.