S&W Model 629-4"???
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raskolnikov_22
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I have a 629-4 Mountain Gun I bought from a guide. I've put several hundred Winchester 240 grainers through it plus god knows how many the previous own shot. It's still super tight and shows no sign of quitting.
If you can get to the point where you can shoot the lighweight Mountain Gun without being overwhelmed with pain, you'll be able to handle any gun semi or revolver in any typical caliber, no problem.
If you can get to the point where you can shoot the lighweight Mountain Gun without being overwhelmed with pain, you'll be able to handle any gun semi or revolver in any typical caliber, no problem.
Tequila Mockingbird
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629-3 Mountain Gun...
Stainz
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I love the wood grips from Ahrends. On my 629s, however, it forces them into .44 Russian & Special levels, only. For real Magnums, the Hogue made for S&W X-frame monogrip, as delivered on the .460/.500 Magnum S&Ws, is quite an improvement. It covers the backstrap with an absorptive material, effectively converting the sharp snap recoil to a push. The muzzle rise from the lite barrel/lug is still there - but acceptable. My 4" regular 629, which only weighs 2 oz more than the 629MG, is shown in my first page post. I first tried it on my earlier 629MG, where it made the UMC 180gr SJHPs shootable. I think the grips, only available via S&W Accessories, are ~$37 + s/h. They add ~#/16 in to the trigger reach.
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Harve Curry
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I had a S&W 629 4 inch, Houge mono grips. I had a custom bead front sight and V notch rear with a white line. It was accurate and could shoot the string holding a can at 50 feet. I'd still have it except it was stolen back in the 1980's.
Tequila Mockingbird
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I'm a sucker for nice wood grips, and the Ahrends are some of the nicest I've found. I liked the ones for the Mountain Gun so much that I bought a set of boot grips for my 696.
I've got a set of Spegel boot grips on my other Mountain Gun in .45 ACP, but I think I like the Ahrends better...
shooter429
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Excellent choice!
They are great guns. Well balanced, well fitted, and accurate. The triggers are generally, very good right out of the box, so you can buy it, clean it and go straight to the fun. No smithing or dry firing needed. The only caveat would be they are not able to digest the hottest +p+ ultra-heavy bullet loads that the Rugers will. That being said, however, I think they are the best bang for the buck for defense, hunting, plinking and competition on the market.
I think they will serve you well.
Shooter429
They are great guns. Well balanced, well fitted, and accurate. The triggers are generally, very good right out of the box, so you can buy it, clean it and go straight to the fun. No smithing or dry firing needed. The only caveat would be they are not able to digest the hottest +p+ ultra-heavy bullet loads that the Rugers will. That being said, however, I think they are the best bang for the buck for defense, hunting, plinking and competition on the market.
I think they will serve you well.
Shooter429
I love mine. I have a blued 4" 29 with a great trigger job and some nice Hogue wood grips.
I handload for mine and load a 240gr hardcast SWC. I load it so it is a pleasure to shoot but will still do a job on a close in deer or an armed intruder.
I handload for mine and load a 240gr hardcast SWC. I load it so it is a pleasure to shoot but will still do a job on a close in deer or an armed intruder.
Sam1911
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Sooo... you bought the gun with the lock, and since then the lock has caused you to dislike it?
I remember wondering, when I bought my 629-6, if I really wanted to buy (another) gun with an internal lock. But I pulled the little locking tab off so it couldn't ever lock and 10,000+ rds. later the only time it ever enters my mind is when folks complain about it in these threads.
I hear a lot of folks who refuse to buy one because of the lock. But I'm really REALLY surprised to hear that someone bought one and then it caused them enough angst that they now dislike the gun. Explain?
-Sam
devildog66
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I just traded a 6" 29-3 for an unfired 6" 629-3; the 29 was going to need some expensive maintenance in the coming year regardless. I love the blued guns but the SS is just so-o-o-o much easier to maintain in a frequently carried gun as well as one that will be used for hunting in all weather. Going rate around these parts is about 600 or so. I am able to carry it concealed using a SimplyRugged pancake holster with the optional in/out straps attached.
I prefer the SW revolvers with the hammer mounted firing pins compared to the transfer bar design; the older design seems easier to tune. The new locks are about a non-issue except in a philosophical sense.
I prefer the SW revolvers with the hammer mounted firing pins compared to the transfer bar design; the older design seems easier to tune. The new locks are about a non-issue except in a philosophical sense.
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Stainz
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I had an M1 Garrand - and an '03 Springfield - both from the CMP. Two Ruskie SKS's, several single shots, .223-.45-70, including a #1H in .458 Lott. Several lever guns and lots of bolt actions. I now have a .45 Puma M1892 and several CZ .22 bolts -that's it. My handguns mutated to just S&W revolvers - fewer, but what I love to shoot. Over half have the IL - and they are the ones I shoot.
I guess I am trying to tell you that peer pressure can dissuade you from your own choices. The best thing to do here is simply stop - and think - and react to what you want and like to shoot. Your's is the mug you see in the mirror every morning - not their's. Satisfy your wants/desires. I, by example, wouldn't spend the big bucks on a S&W .22 revolver, like my new 9/08 617, simply because others reminded me of the cost - nearly the same as a .38/.44. Your friends won't be buying/making ammo for you - or offering you an ice bag for your wrist or shoulder. Satisfy your wants/needs.
Of course, my reply, M1 or 629, is simple... I've had both - and still have only the 629!
Stainz
I guess I am trying to tell you that peer pressure can dissuade you from your own choices. The best thing to do here is simply stop - and think - and react to what you want and like to shoot. Your's is the mug you see in the mirror every morning - not their's. Satisfy your wants/desires. I, by example, wouldn't spend the big bucks on a S&W .22 revolver, like my new 9/08 617, simply because others reminded me of the cost - nearly the same as a .38/.44. Your friends won't be buying/making ammo for you - or offering you an ice bag for your wrist or shoulder. Satisfy your wants/needs.
Of course, my reply, M1 or 629, is simple... I've had both - and still have only the 629!
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