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Smith & Wesson Model 625

Smith & Wesson · Pistol

Smith & Wesson Model 625

.45 ACP · introduced 1989

Also known as Model 625, S&W 625

About the Smith & Wesson Model 625

The Smith & Wesson Model 625 is a large revolver built on Smith & Wesson's N-frame, introduced in 1989. Chambered in .45 ACP with a 6-round cylinder. Constructed with a stainless steel frame and cylinder, this revolver offers excellent corrosion resistance and durability for years of reliable service. The 4.0-inch barrel provides an excellent balance of sight radius and portability, suitable for both duty carry and range work. The double-action/single-action trigger system allows both deliberate double-action shots and precise single-action fire when the hammer is manually cocked, providing versatility across different shooting scenarios. At 1148g (40.5 oz), this is a substantial revolver that uses its mass to tame recoil from powerful magnum loads, making extended range sessions more comfortable. Smith & Wesson has been producing N-frame revolvers for over a century, continuously refining the platform with improved metallurgy, ergonomics, and manufacturing techniques while maintaining the fundamental reliability and accuracy that has made their double-action revolvers the benchmark against which all others are measured.

The N-frame platform has been in continuous production since 1907, making it one of the most refined and proven revolver designs in firearms history.

Smith & Wesson Model 625 specifications

General

Type
Pistol
Firing mechanism
Double action single action
Trigger
Double action single action
Trigger pull
2.0 kg (4.5 lb)
Calibres
.45 ACP
Magazine capacity
6 rounds
Magazine
Rotary magazine

Dimensions

Barrel length
102 mm (4.0 in)
Overall length
238 mm (9.4 in)
Height
152 mm (6.0 in)
Width
41 mm (1.6 in)
Weight (empty)
1.15 kg (2.53 lb)

Barrel

Rifling twist
1:16 in (406 mm)
Rifling
Right hand
Grooves
5

Materials

Barrel
Stainless steel
Receiver / frame
Stainless steel
Finish
satin_stainless

Performance

Muzzle velocity (typical)
260 m/s (853 fps)
Muzzle energy (typical)
477 J (352 ft·lb)
Effective range
50 m

History

Introduced
1989
Production status
In production
Country of origin
US

Features

  • Adjustable sights
  • Moon clip compatible
  • Full lug barrel
  • Swing out cylinder
  • Transfer bar safety
  • Fixed sights
  • Stainless steel construction
  • Exposed hammer

Requires moon clips for proper extraction. The full-lug barrel provides weight forward for better recoil control.

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