S&W 629 357 Magnum VS S&W 44 Magnum Competitor🔥

Published on May 23, 2024
Duration: 7:18

This video compares two Smith & Wesson Performance Center revolvers: a 629 in .44 Magnum and a .357 Magnum model. The presenter discusses their identical builds, highlighting features like chrome hammers and triggers, and PC-tuned actions. Trigger pull weights are measured, and shooting impressions are given for both calibers (.38 Special and .357 Magnum) and the .44 Magnum, emphasizing recoil differences.

Quick Summary

The Smith & Wesson Performance Center revolvers, a .44 Magnum and a .357 Magnum, feature factory-tuned actions, chrome hammers, and PC-tuned triggers. Trigger pulls measured around 4.5 lbs SA for the .357 and 4 lbs SA for the .44, with heavy DA pulls. Recoil is notably less with .38 Special in the .357 compared to the .44 Magnum.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Two Badass Revolvers
  2. 00:20.357 Magnum Competitor Overview
  3. 00:33Revolver Capacity and Features
  4. 00:45Trigger Pull Measurement: .357 Magnum
  5. 01:44Trigger Pull Measurement: .44 Magnum
  6. 02:02Double Action Trigger Pulls
  7. 03:00Ammunition Overview
  8. 03:43Shooting Setup: Mixed Calibers
  9. 04:08Shooting the .357 Magnum
  10. 04:54Shooting the .44 Magnum
  11. 05:03.44 Magnum vs .357 Magnum Comparison
  12. 05:32Channel Promotion and Subscribe
  13. 05:46.44 Magnum Shooting Sequence
  14. 06:30Quick Draw Wheel Comparison
  15. 07:08Recoil Difference Observation

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Smith & Wesson Performance Center revolvers shown?

Both revolvers are from Smith & Wesson's Performance Center, featuring factory-tuned actions, PC-tuned triggers, chrome hammers, and chrome trigger stocks for enhanced performance and feel. They also have six-shot cylinders and interchangeable weights.

How do the trigger pulls compare between the S&W .357 Magnum and .44 Magnum revolvers?

The .357 Magnum had a single-action trigger pull around 4.5 pounds. The .44 Magnum's single-action was slightly lighter at about 4 pounds. Both revolvers' double-action trigger pulls were so heavy they maxed out a trigger gauge.

What ammunition was used for testing the .357 Magnum and .44 Magnum revolvers?

For the .357 Magnum, Critical Defense ammunition was used for .357 Magnum shots, and a 138-grain load for .38 Special. The .44 Magnum was fired with an estimated 230-grain Mag-Tech load.

What is the difference in recoil between the .357 Magnum and .44 Magnum revolvers?

The .38 Special loads in the .357 Magnum revolver produced almost no recoil. Full-power .357 Magnum loads had manageable recoil, while the .44 Magnum exhibited a significantly more pronounced recoil, especially with its heavier loads.

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