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Smith & Wesson Model 629

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

.44 Remington Magnum.44 Special

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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