
Smith & Wesson · Pistol
Smith & Wesson Model 629
.44 Remington Magnum · introduced 1979
Also known as Model 629, S&W 629
About the Smith & Wesson Model 629
The Smith & Wesson Model 629 is a large revolver built on Smith & Wesson's N-frame, introduced in 1979. Chambered in .44 Magnum 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 6.0-inch barrel provides a generous sight radius for enhanced accuracy, particularly suited for target shooting and hunting applications. 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 1304g (46.0 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 629 specifications
General
- Type
- Pistol
- Firing mechanism
- Double action single action
- Trigger
- Double action single action
- Trigger pull
- 2.0 kg (4.5 lb)
- Calibres
- .44 Remington Magnum, .44 Special
- Magazine capacity
- 6 rounds
- Magazine
- Rotary magazine
Dimensions
- Barrel length
- 152 mm (6.0 in)
- Overall length
- 305 mm (12.0 in)
- Height
- 152 mm (6.0 in)
- Width
- 41 mm (1.6 in)
- Weight (empty)
- 1.30 kg (2.87 lb)
Barrel
- Rifling twist
- 1:19 in (476 mm)
- Rifling
- Right hand
- Grooves
- 5
Materials
- Barrel
- Stainless steel
- Receiver / frame
- Stainless steel
- Finish
- satin_stainless
Performance
- Muzzle velocity (typical)
- 440 m/s (1444 fps)
- Muzzle energy (typical)
- 1504 J (1109 ft·lb)
- Effective range
- 100 m
History
- Introduced
- 1979
- Production status
- In production
- Country of origin
- US
Available calibres
Features
- Adjustable sights
- Full lug barrel
- Swing out cylinder
- Transfer bar safety
- Fixed sights
- Stainless steel construction
- Exposed hammer
The stainless steel construction provides superior corrosion resistance compared to the blued Model 29. Can also fire .44 Special.
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