Smith & Wesson Model 629-6 Classic .44 Magnum, 5-Inch Stainless DA/SA Revolver (N-Frame, 6-Shot)
This Smith & Wesson Model 629-6 Classic is an N-frame, stainless steel, six-shot .44 Magnum with a 5-inch heavy barrel and full-length underlug. Built in the early 2000s and marked 629 Classic on the barrel with 629-6 stamped on the yoke, it features a satin stainless finish, interchangeable red-ramp front sight, and fully adjustable rear sight. The action is smooth with a tight lockup, and the bore shows a clean, mirror finish with sharp rifling.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Mechanics: Action is smooth, lockup is tight.
Specific Condition Notes: There are scratches and blemishes on the revolver. A large patch of scratches is present on the left side where the frame and barrel meet. There are signs of pitting on the hammer and trigger.
What’s Included
- Smith & Wesson Model 629-6 Classic .44 Magnum revolver (5-inch, stainless, 6-round)
The 5-inch heavy barrel with a full-length underlug and serrated rib gives this 629-6 Classic a balanced, controllable configuration in .44 Magnum. The fluted six-chamber cylinder, satin stainless construction, and N-frame size reflect the durable, purpose-built design of this series.
Sight setup includes an interchangeable serrated red-ramp front sight and a fully adjustable black rear blade, making it easy to fine-tune point of impact. The barrel is marked 629 Classic, and the yoke is stamped 629-6, with Springfield, MA rollmarks confirming U.S. manufacture.
Controls and features include a double-action/single-action trigger system, the S&W internal key lock above the cylinder release, and a knurled ejector rod tip. The one-piece black synthetic finger-groove grip with S&W medallion provides a secure, consistent hold.
Stainless steel is used throughout the frame, barrel, and cylinder, all finished in satin stainless for a cohesive look and corrosion resistance. The clean bore with sharp rifling, along with the smooth action and tight lockup, underscores this example’s sound mechanical performance.