What do people think of the 9mm revolvers like 929

[Duvallmark]

So I am considering one of the 9mm revolvers either 929 or the 986?, what is the word on these? I am used to moon clips have 2 627s, are moon clips required for these, I suspect so and that may be the deal breaker. Though those short 9mm cases would slip in real fast.

Thanks

 

[Engine49guy]

Your considering said 9mm revolver for what purpose ?
...a clear response requires knowledge of its intended purpose IMO .

 

[Goblin]

Regardless of purpose, I can buy or reload 9mm a lot cheaper than .38/.357 or any other centerfire cartridge. I still prefer .38/.357 because I don't like loading and unloading moon clips. I rarely shoot my model 25 for that reason. If it's for competition, I'd definitely go for the moon clip guns, which is why I bought the model 25 in the first place. When you show up at the range with a pile of loaded moon clips, it sure is a lot of fun while it lasts.

 

[Smoke52]

Just picked up a 929 today. My first foray into moon clips. The firearm comes with one moon clip. Really? Just one? Anyway it is a very smooth shooter and easy to keep on target. Not a competition guy, just thought it would be fun to have something different in 9mm. Shield, P30 and now a 929. That oughta do it!

Now I have to get more clips and a loader...........
There is always something else.

 

[JonnyB686]

9mm revolver fun

So I am considering one of the 9mm revolvers either 929 or the 986?, what is the word on these? I am used to moon clips have 2 627s, are moon clips required for these, I suspect so and that may be the deal breaker. Though those short 9mm cases would slip in real fast.

Thanks

I have had a 929 for just over 2 months and love it as much as my 686. Cheap 9mm ammo, moon clips, fast reloads, 8 shots, big tough N frame, fits in the same Bladetech holster as my 686-3 6" ...... What's not to like ?

 

[sac-gunslinger]

I am basically a revolver guy (look, I have 40+ years of shooting revolvers and semis including instructing with both, I just prefer revolvers) so a 9mm revolver makes sense to me to utilize available ammo. I also believe that any round works about the same as any other, anecdotes about this-or-that round failing here-or-there not withstanding.

A 929 sounds like a good gun but too big for daily carry. I would like a medium frame 4" barrel fixed sight 9mm revolver (a plain ol' service revolver) for carrying 9mm. Hard to find, hard to find at a reasonable price (I am also cheapskate, not a collector). I will wait and watch for a "921" (the 9mm equivalent of the 581?). That gun I would buy in a minute.

 

[Kernel Crittenden]

9mm revolvers are a great concept. People have been clamoring for them for years (decades). S&W finally listened. Now we have the M929 and the M986 and I think they are both going to be BIG sales hits. Next, we need a new 9mm J-frame.

 

[K-9]

I am basically a revolver guy (look, I have 40+ years of shooting revolvers and semis including instructing with both, I just prefer revolvers) so a 9mm revolver makes sense to me to utilize available ammo. I also believe that any round works about the same as any other, anecdotes about this-or-that round failing here-or-there not withstanding.

A 929 sounds like a good gun but too big for daily carry. I would like a medium frame 4" barrel fixed sight 9mm revolver (a plain ol' service revolver) for carrying 9mm. Hard to find, hard to find at a reasonable price (I am also cheapskate, not a collector). I will wait and watch for a "921" (the 9mm equivalent of the 581?). That gun I would buy in a minute.

They had one close to it-the 547.

 

[K-9]

9mm revolvers are a great concept. People have been clamoring for them for years (decades). S&W finally listened. Now we have the M929 and the M986 and I think they are both going to be BIG sales hits. Next, we need a new 9mm J-frame.

The old 940 fit the bill.

 

[Kernel Crittenden]

The old 940 fit the bill.

It did, but for what ever reason it didn't last. The time was wrong, then national mood didn't favor a 9mm, S&W didn't give them enough time to gain acceptance. What ever it was Smith's previous 9mm wheel guns, like the M940 and M547, never caught fire. Maybe the current success is due to "buzz" from the internet.

 

[willb1961]

I really like the idea of 9mm revolvers (also .45ACP). Obtaining one or two is on my list but no specific models yet. Just more interesting guns to add to a growing collection. Maybe a snub nose 9mm and one with a long barrel.

 

[JFrames4ever]

S&W 940

I started looking for a 940 in the mid 90's. Didn't find one till 2010 long after it was out of production. I thought I paid a little too much at the time, but I'm sure I got it when I did. I'll never sell it. I have other moon clip guns but this gun has a real purpose. The others are game guns.

 

[S&W1911]

I shoot static as well as falling steel so this is the reason I purchased mine. I did have to do some work to it to get it the way I wanted.

 

[Duvallmark]

Your considering said 9mm revolver for what purpose ?
...a clear response requires knowledge of its intended purpose IMO .

Just a fun range gun that can be used to introduce others to our madness. I once had a Ruger Single Action convertible that came with a 9mm cylinder. Was before I started reloading and I didnt appreciate it then 355 versus 357 in the same barrel . But moon clips and an N frame is a whole different ball game.

The Ruger didn't require moon clips do these new beasts? Even with my 627s Smith and Wesson provided 3 moon clips.

 

[9mmsubgun-m11]

Duvall,the 929 is fun to play with. Everyone that has fired mine loves it.

 

[sac-gunslinger]

Next, we need a new 9mm J-frame.

Yes! With a 4 inch barrel. Double yes!

 

[JohnSW]

A 929 sounds like a good gun but too big for daily carry.

Ruger makes a 9mm snubbie revolver. I think it would be interesting if S&W did that. (A 9mm 640?)

 

[Co Th G]

I shoot static as well as falling steel so this is the reason I purchased mine. I did have to do some work to it to get it the way I wanted.

Now THAT'S a proper looking 929!

 

[savage24]

Just a fun range gun that can be used to introduce others to our madness. I once had a Ruger Single Action convertible that came with a 9mm cylinder.

The Ruger didn't require moon clips do these new beasts? Even with my 627s Smith and Wesson provided 3 moon clips.

The reason your Ruger did not require moon clips is because it has a built In rod for pushing each piece of brass out of the cylinder individually. I've heard that one can fire the double action guns without moon clips and poke something thru the cylinder to knock each piece of brass out individually. I've never tried it.

I have a 986 and like it a lot. I plan to get a 929 this year.

 

[savit260]

If I had a 9mm auto loader, and no revolver in 38/357 I'd consider a 9mm revolver.

If I didn't reload, I'd consider a 9mm revolver for the cheap (relatively speaking) available ammo, and put up with the mandatory use of moon clips.

If I shot competitively and needed the absolute fastest reload, I'd consider the 9mm revolver.

As someone who already reloads 38/357, doesn't own a 9mm auto loader and isn't fond of using moon clips for range sessions (but LOVES them for the ease of loading and unloading outside of the range) I opted for the 627 PC .357.

Moons if I want to use them ( I keep my carry ammo loaded up in the moon clips), and no moons for range sessions.

In certain cases, I see a nice niche for 9mm revolvers... but for my own purposes, the .357 makes more sense.

S&W1911... that 929 is one great looking revolver!!