S&W Model 25-2

[mrsig]

My local dealer recently took in a 25-2, .45APC revolver,6" and has run it up the flagpole with me as something I should have in my collection. Smith still produces this weapon and my research tells me that this gun is just this side of 1980. I have not been tracking this gun down or even thinking about it so I was hoping for some thoughts on if this is something "not to let get away". We have not talked price yet. Thanks.

 

[longranger]

I would look for a Mdl. 25 in .45 Colt/.44 Special not ACP,ACP is for semi auto's.My biased opinion.

 

[OIF2]

The 25-2 is not still in production. It was built specifically to win bullseye matches (.45 cal phase) when revolvers were still used in bullseye and is a superb revolver. If you shoot a lot of .45 ACP, it's a fun gun to have and shoot. Listen to your gun store dealer and buy it, if it's not outrageously priced.
Bob

 

[stumper]

I agree with OIF2 - one of the best target shooting revolvers Smith has made, and the classic look and feel that can't be beat.

 

[epj]

Depending on when it was built it could be a 6" or 6-1/2", The later guns were 6". Check the size of the cylinder throats. Many are oversize. Mine are right at .452, but some as large as .457 are reported. The ones with the large throats often have difficulty shooting cast bullets accurately unless .454 bullets are used. They are terrific guns, however, especially if you already load/shoot .45 ACP.

 

[Dave T]

All the descendants of the 1917 offer something the 25-5 and 24s don't have. The fastest reload in the revolver world with full moon clips.

Dave

 

[Cruizer Bill]

Depending on when it was built it could be a 6" or 6-1/2", The later guns were 6". Check the size of the cylinder throats. Many are oversize. Mine are right at .452, but some as large as .457 are reported. The ones with the large throats often have difficulty shooting cast bullets accurately unless .454 bullets are used. They are terrific guns, however, especially if you already load/shoot .45 ACP.

I know a shooter with a 25-2 that had the .457 throat cylinders. He sent it back to S&W and they replaced the cylinder with a new one. It looks a bit funny to see a stainless steel cylinder on a blued gun but the gun shoots great now!

 

[SealBeachScotty]

Model 25-2 .44 Magnum?

I have a mystery that I hope someone can shed some light on....
My father recently gave me a Model 25-2 but it is a .44 Magnum.
I have searched online and I cannot find any information about it. The serial number is N62819. It can't be a model 25 or 29 because all the pictures I have seen the trademark side (right) of the gun there are 3 screws and mine only has two located near the trigger and none up by the hammer and rear sight.
Can anyone explain this?

 

[SealBeachScotty]

So I heard back from S&W regarding my mysterious 25-2

"Dear Customer,
Your gun was made 1980. They used a M 25-2 frame which should be a .45 ACP to make a .44 magnum which is M 29. They are both "N" frames with the same dimensions but they are stamped wrong. This is a rare firearm."

Thank you Don!

 

[amazingflapjack]

I have had 2 of these-and still have my shooter-what a hawg leg! I always suggest that the cylinder bores be chamfered, so that the moon clips will fly in and out. A fun gun for targets of any kind, and an awesome home defense piece with about 30 loaded moon clips.

 

[44wheelman]

To maintain in the good graces of your local dealer, you must do as he says. You should have at least one moon clip gun to see what all the fuss is about. Mine takes a back seat to my 44's, but it still sees the light of the range every now and then. It's a fun target gun, in a pleasant to shoot cartridge.

 

[DR505]

Since the revolver the OP discussed was put up for sale 5 YEARS AGO, I wonder if it sold?

 

[crisisbill]

Wow, I just continued reading along since I happen to own a 25-2 and never noticed that it was such an old post��

 

[DFrame]

Mine from the 70s is a tack driver. I think this is one of those "DON'T let it get away" guns.