S&W 625-10: what do you think?

[tjhands]

Always wanted a .45acp snubbed revolver. Found a NIB 625-10 in a local gunshopmaked at $975. I've dealt with him before and am sure he'd come down to $900 for a cash deal.

Good buy at that price? Seems many online are selling for well over $1000.

Thanks.

 

[B.N.Real]

Too high.

I've seen them used for under $700 in like new shape here in Northern Virginia.

 

[Stainz]

I've shot one of those some years ago. The owner bought it new - it was in the used case three weeks later. Short 2.1" barrel makes for zilch sight radius - and flash with just ball ammo. The fixed V-notch is ambiguous. I never knew a .45 ACP ball ammo shot could be so 'bouncy'. The alloy frame - and yoke - even with a SS barrel & cylinder - weighs very little - 24 oz. The Eagle wood grip looks nice - doesn't help with the recoil, of course. The only use is as a carry piece - and that for hand-shaking distance. The 325NG looks like a better thought out answer.

Stainz

 

[tjhands]

I appreciate the feedback, fellas. I'll look into the 325 instead.

 

[drail]

I'm confused. The OP asked about a 625 which is an all stainless model last time I looked. Why are we now talking about alloy yokes and frames?

 

[nutty ned]

A 625 weighs 42 oz and shoots .45acp very well.