You don't see too many Model 620's, do you? UPDATE Bought one!

[SLT223]

I guess people didn't like the two-piece barrel? An ejector shroud L-Frame kinda struck me as the perfect work horse gun. Lighter than a 686, replaceable barrel lining, 7 shot cylinder, hard chromed hammer & trigger. What's not to like? Maybe I'm just partial to ejector shrouds vs full length underlugs, but I'm a bit surprised this model flopped.

I know Scooter123 has one...or used to have one.

Not mine.

 

[dave_g]

I have one. I had it cut for moon clips and used it in ICORE for a while. Until I found an 8 shot. The 620 is accurate and a really nice size.

 

[scooter123]

Oh, I still have mine. Even thought about picking up a second one when one showed up used on the William's Gun Sight used gun listing. Unfortunately thought about it too long and it sold.

 

[S&WIowegan]

I definitely never see or know anyone locally who has a 619(fixed sight) or 620(adjustable). I bought one of each when they first came out. I took them to the range a few times and they ran well. IIRC the 619 seemed more accurate with the various handloads I fed it. They've been languishing in my safe for a long time.

I believe there was a lot of negative comment toward two-piece barrels. Naturally no one acknowledged that Dan Wesson revos were built that way and used successfully in silhouette shooting. As a result, S&W just gave up on the idea.

Maybe there were problems I don't know about???

 

[OKFC05]

Maybe there were problems I don't know about???

Like the day several of the test revolvers loaned to the OHP lost their barrels during a demo? Seems the barrels in that batch were all overtorqued....preproduction issue, I'm sure, but....

 

[riverrat38]

I would think that those who like the M620 would also like the new M66-8.
New generation 2 piece barrel, an ejector shroud, and built on the lighter K frame. Its a 6 shooter though, no 7th round. Some will consider that a plus, others won't. I want a 3 inch version. Would trade my 3 inch 686 plus TALO 357 for one.

Best,
Rick

 

[kaaskop49]

Like the day several of the test revolvers loaned to the OHP lost their barrels during a demo? Seems the barrels in that batch were all overtorqued....preproduction issue, I'm sure, but....

You never read much, if anything, about these occurrences, do you? Like the weighty issues NYPD had with the Glock 19 about a decade ago...

Kaaskop49
Shield #5103

 

[murphydog]

I think the 619/620 were made to replace the model 65/66 for the LE market, just as the 9 mm pistol switchover was in full bloom...so they sold poorly and didn't last long in the catalog.

 

[Dale53]

I have a similar Model 520 (blued with a titanium cylinder) and it has been an excellent performer for me:



I mostly use mine for target work using .38 Special full charge wadcutters. Mine shoots quite well and I love the way it handles. I tuned the action (replaced the springs with a Jerry Miculek matched set) and am quite pleased with it.

Here's a target at 25 yards standing right after I got it:



Dale53

 

[65ny]

I absolutely love my 620, it's one of the most accurate and fun to shoot 7 shooters I own.

 

[Pointblank2U]

I had one and got rid of it. No specific reason, but I never really did like the barrel-shroud thing. I picked up a really nice 4" 66 on and auction site instead.

 

[ankona]

I believe there was a lot of negative comment toward two-piece barrels. Naturally no one acknowledged that Dan Wesson revos were built that way and used successfully in silhouette shooting. As a result, S&W just gave up on the idea.

Maybe there were problems I don't know about???

Big difference here in that the Dan's gave the owner the capability to remove & swap out barrels while S&W made it impossible for the end user to do this without a trip back to the factory.

 

[SLT223]

MINE!


I'd like to personally thank all those S&W consumers who can't stand the two piece barrel on the 620. If it weren't for you, I would never have been able to acquire this for $550

I'm a big time 44 fan, but I'm definitely going to shoot the tar out of this 620!

 

[HarrishMasher]

Nice score! I have flirted with the idea of buying a 620 or even a newer 520 as well.

 

[murphydog]

Cool gun, and they have a good reputation for accuracy, probably due to the tensioned barrel.

Just because a gun sells poorly doesn't mean it's a bad one, or doesn't turn popular with time (the 547, 696, 940, etc.). Enjoy!

 

[Dale53]

SLT223;
Congratulations! If you like your 620 just HALF as much as I like my 520, "you're standing in tall clover"!

Dale53

 

[M29since14]

I have only seen one and was too late to buy it. It looks like a great gun to me. I would like to have one but never got around to tracking one down on the web. Congrats on your new revolver. I'd bet it will be just fine.

 

[SLT223]

Cool gun, and they have a good reputation for accuracy, probably due to the tensioned barrel.

Just because a gun sells poorly doesn't mean it's a bad one, or doesn't turn popular with time (the 547, 696, 940, etc.). Enjoy!

Oh, I think several people missed the boat with this model. I really wanted a 686 Mountain Gun, but got disgusted with prices. Well, here we have a seven shot, ejector shroud, chromed hammer / trigger, 686 light weight for less than 1/2 the cost of a 686 MG?! Done and done!

 

[StickShift]

I've never really warmed to L-frames to be honest. The larger frame feels tall in my hand and extra weight of the underlug always made them feel front heavy. However, the underlug-less 619 and 620 have always interested me. The balance must be closer to my beloved K-frames, and the two piece barrel's reputation for accuracy would make it great shooter regardless of how ugly it looks. I may pick one up should I stumble across one.

I have a similar Model 520 (blued with a titanium cylinder) and it has been an excellent performer for me:



I mostly use mine for target work using .38 Special full charge wadcutters. Mine shoots quite well and I love the way it handles. I tuned the action (replaced the springs with a Jerry Miculek matched set) and am quite pleased with it.

Dale53

Those 520s are rare birds - I don't think I've ever seen one outside of the single picture in the SCSW. It's to nice to see at least one being able to stretch it's legs.

 

[M620]

Bought one 10 or 11 years ago when they first can out as my first S&W. I have always loved the looks of the ejector shroud vs. the under lug.