Smith & Wesson Performance Center Model 629 Competitor .44 Mag Revolver – 6" Weighted Barrel, Tuned Action
The Performance Center Model 629 Competitor pairs Smith & Wesson’s storied N-Frame .44 Magnum heritage with modern competition-ready upgrades. Built from matte stainless steel, this revolver features a 6-inch two-piece barrel with an adjustable weight system for customizing balance and recoil control. A hand-tuned action, chrome-plated trigger, and target sights round out a package designed for precise, repeatable performance.
Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent condition, showing only faint signs of any prior use or handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent – Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling – Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The matte stainless surfaces display a few minor superficial scratches and blemishes, with no meaningful wear or mechanical issues.
What’s Included
- Smith & Wesson Performance Center hard case (gray plastic)
- Factory-installed Performance Center barrel weight set
- Smith & Wesson owner’s manual
Performance Center attention to detail is evident in the action. The revolver’s double-action pull is factory-smoothed, while the single-action break is crisp, aided by a chrome-plated trigger with an over-travel stop.
The two-piece tensioned barrel uses a removable weight system that lets the shooter fine-tune forward mass. Combined with the slab-sided profile and recessed crown, the design promotes fast follow-up shots and protects the muzzle.
Target sights consist of a dovetailed Patridge front blade and a fully adjustable square-notch rear, allowing precise elevation and windage corrections. These iron sights give competitors a clear, high-contrast sight picture.
The N-Frame stainless construction offers durability and manageable recoil in the powerful .44 Magnum chambering. A black Hogue rubber finger-groove grip provides secure, recoil-absorbing control. This factory configuration is listed as California compliant.




