Model 627 Help

[CTGunner]

FYI - This thread is a follow up to the .357 thread I started a few days ago. Based on my trip to the shop today I am most impressed by the 627 and the Ruger GP100 (I know it's not a Smith).

The shop I visited had about 5 different 627s. The only difference I could tell between them was that the grips were different. They were all listed for $799. I'm confused because when I look at S&W's website the 627 is listed at $1,400. I understand that there is usually a difference between MSRP and actual retail but this is such a huge difference that I'm wondering if I'm missing something important.

Lastly, the website indicates that the 627 is a performance center gun. What does this mean exactly. Are all the 627s worked over by their performance center gunsmiths or is this more of a marketing thing?

 

[hillestadj]

The ones you saw were probably Pro Series 627s which are a step above regular production and a step below the Performance Center. Likely had 4" barrels instead of 5" or 3" and have an MIM hammer and trigger.

 

[pps]

It does sound like the pro series. Not the PC Center but still a fantastic gun.

 

[JIM BOB]

I have a performance ctr 627.It will shoot better than I'll ever be able to shoot it.Using Magtech 158 gr accuracy from 25 yds up to 200 yds at a target is unreal.I like everything about it but the hammer,one of those big 629DX hammers sure would be nice.Sold all of my handguns but an old S&W 22 after I got it because it is 1400 before tax.