Who has a 5" 627 PC?

[Ursoboostd]

I've been gazing at this gun for the past few days. I've been planning on buying a 686+ 6" for the last few months, but I can't seem to get the 627 PC off my mind. Is it worth spending the extra $300? Thanks for any help. -Wade-

 

[badguybuster]

Yes, I have one and it is a fantastic firearm. DO IT!!!

 

[Nightowl]

The ones I have handled are outstanding guns. I like the 5 inch barrel and I even like the slab side profile. They have a ball detent lock, and mine seems to be extremely accruate. I have not put it on paper, but shot falling plates at 50 and 75 yards better than I expected. I bought a used pre lock one too, but have not shot it at long range. Some folks will tell you that they are not worth the extra dollars. I like them and just realize if I want one, I will have to pay the price. Only you can decide it it is worth the extra $300 to you.

 

[Black_Talon]

YES! My 627-PC was the most accurate S&W I've ever owned. Only got rid of it because I have issues with silver guns.....

 

[Gorenut]

I have a 627 PC 5". If money is an issue and you don't mind minor downgrades, you can get the 4" pro model for $200-$300 less.

Personally, my 627 is the best revolver I've both shot and owned without hardcore custom work (best was some tricked out Colt Python). I'm happy with my 627 purchase because I bought one new on Gunbroker for $930 shipped. I sold the wood grips and aluminum case that came with it for a little over $100. Also, S&W sent me a hard plastic Performance Center case because the aluminum case I got was broken (I pretty much threw it in for free to the buyer who bought the wood grips). So I'm very happy with my purchase.. getting a new 627 for a little over $800.

 

[imashooter2]

A little while back when I wanted to step up from a 4 inch 6 shot for steel and ICORE, I bought this 686 plus. The justification was that I could have the cylinder cut for moons, buy 50 clips, add a kitchen table action job and be ready to shoot for $200 - $300 less than the base cost of a 627. It was a pretty good compromise.

But I never stopped lusting for the 627. Now, just a few years down the road, the 686 sits idle in the safe and I shoot the games with what I wanted to start with (shown here fresh from the East Coast Regional Championship). It's a magnificent firearm and well worth every cent.

My advice is to save money by buying what you really want the first time...

 

[colt_saa]

I have been shooting mine for 14 years now.

Worth every penny that I spent

 

[Inspector-Callahan]

GO for it! 627 ala Karl Nill

IC

 

[Gorenut]

GO for it! 627 ala Karl Nill

IC

Oh wow.. I never thought I'd like blue on any revolver grips, but those actually look quite sharp!

To OP, I agree.. just save up a get it.. otherwise every time you see a cylinder with 8 holes.. you'll hunger for a 627. Also, if you ever shoot an 8-shot revolver.. you'll grow to love the shorter travel between each round. Especially noticeable in double action.

You will even grow to love the slab barrel.

 

[PotShotter]

I have one and after a bit of a false start (which was my fault - and also a long story) it has now become my favorite EVER handgun.

I believe that it is worth the extra $$$ for the extra attention that has been paid to little details that just overall make the gun that much nicer to own and to use.

And that is not to mention the trigger which on mine is the best trigger pull I have ever tried on a production handgun. Smooth as silk, light and predictable!

It is also (after sorting out MY own revolver shooting issues and sighting in the adjustable sights) amazingly accurate. It would make an excellent hunting pistol with the right loads.

After hundreds of rounds the only negative that I can see on mine is a tiny bit of flame cutting that has appeared on the top strap - which I have heard is pretty inevitable with .357 magnum revolvers anyway (perhaps a bit more likely for me as I have been experimenting with different types of ammunition including some quite hot loads). I wish that they had some kind of a replaceable tungsten strip in that little area - that would be a nice addition and tungsten would stand up to the scorching much better than steel.

JUST DO IT!

Bob

 

[PotShotter]

HI Gorenut, your blue grips look awesome. If you don't mind me asking, who makes those? the price? etc...

Thank you! Bob

 

[Gorenut]

HI Gorenut, your blue grips look awesome. If you don't mind me asking, who makes those? the price? etc...

Thank you! Bob

Those grips belong to Callahan. I think they're Nills grips and probably easily over $100 and closer to $200.

 

[PotShotter]

Those grips belong to Callahan. I think they're Nills grips and probably easily over $100 and closer to $200.

Thank you! I will check it out. Bob.

 

[.357magger]

Don't have a 5", but do have the 2.5" UDR and that is a GREAT revolver. Have also previously owned the 627 Pro in 4".

My opinion is yes, it's well worth the extra money. The trigger pulls on the PC guns I've owned alone would make the extra money a worthwhile choice. And it was/is MUCH noticeable over the Pro model imo. And there was nothing wrong with that one, just that the PC was smoother than silk right out of the case.

LOVE the 8 shots (and 7 shots too for that matter)

 

[Cirrus]

Is it possible to put a holo sight on the 627PC? I do t mean the big, boxy EOTechs, but kind that just has a vertical forward glass and the reticle adjustment knob sitting flat to the rear? I'm trying to decide if I can use the 627PC for a hunting handgun since I can't seem to find any 627 Hunters for sale.


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[jerryv]

luv this gun. i ordered a rail from brownell and now have a bushnell trophy trs 25 red dot on it. i also have to walk a lot further to the targets now.

 

[Ursoboostd]

You guys pretty much confirmed what I thought. Thanks alot for the help. I'm sure I'll be buying one here in the next couple months. Can't wait!

 

[Inspector-Callahan]

HI Gorenut, your blue grips look awesome. If you don't mind me asking, who makes those? the price? etc...

Thank you! Bob

Bob,

Gorenut nailed it. They are Nill grips (google their website) and were around $150 if memory serves. They feel great and look good too. Great grips for the money thats for sure. They grey laminate looks good with the satin stainless, and blue was the only color option if you went with a laminated wood, so not much choice there. I think they were model SW036SH4S, but check their website to confirm.

Nill Griffe - Replacement grips with closed back for revolvers


I have a few of their other grips that are all generally their S&W closed back replacement grip. Here are a couple other variations. Top is a Hemphill design and the lower is their fingergroove rosewood replacement style.

The only downside is the 2 month wait on all orders from Germany, so order them well before you expect to see them. I recommend them highly. They are VERY high quality and fit great.

IC

 

[Jebus35745]

Love my 627 PC. Very accurate and fast to reload with the moon clips or laid back and loaded normally. Buy it, Larry

 

[Gorenut]

Bob,

Gorenut nailed it. They are Nill grips (google their website) and were around $150 if memory serves. They feel great and look good too. Great grips for the money thats for sure. They grey laminate looks good with the satin stainless, and blue was the only color option if you went with a laminated wood, so not much choice there. I think they were model SW036SH4S, but check their website to confirm.

Nill Griffe - Replacement grips with closed back for revolvers


I have a few of their other grips that are all generally their S&W closed back replacement grip. Here are a couple other variations. Top is a Hemphill design and the lower is their fingergroove rosewood replacement style.

The only downside is the 2 month wait on all orders from Germany, so order them well before you expect to see them. I recommend them highly. They are VERY high quality and fit great.

IC

Nills definitely have the sharpest looking grips. Even the ones I see for their Sigs make me want to get a Sig just to put some on.

I'm too cheap however.. so I end up getting discounted Hogues, haha.