Smith & Wesson Model 629
Big-bore hunting sidearm · Backcountry defense · Magnum revolver practice
| Manufacturer | Smith & Wesson |
|---|---|
| Category | Handguns |
| Caliber | .44 Magnum |
| Action | Double-action revolver |
| Barrel length | 4.2 in |
| Capacity | 6 |
| Weight | 39.0 oz |
| Introduced | 1979 |
About the Smith & Wesson Model 629
The Model 629 puts Smith & Wesson's .44 Magnum chambering into an N-frame revolver with a full underlug barrel that tames muzzle flip during rapid fire. Most modern variants use a 4.2-inch barrel with a red ramp front and a fully adjustable rear sight, and the cylinder holds six rounds of a cartridge designed for hunting and heavy defensive work alike. The stainless finish resists weather in the field, and the double-action pull smooths out after the break-in period typical of large-frame Smiths. Shooters who find .44 recoil excessive often step down to .44 Special in the same cylinder.
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