Smith & Wesson 625-4 Stainless Model of 1989 5″ .45 ACP DA/SA Revolver 1997
SOLD FOR: $1,475.00
LSB#: LSB260412RR062
Make: Smith & Wesson
Model: 625-4
Serial Number: CBN9358
Year of Manufacture: 1997
Caliber: .45 ACP
Action Type: 6-Shot, Single And Double Action Revolver with Swing-Out Fluted Cylinder
Markings: The yoke cut is marked with the serial and model numbers. The right side of the frame is marked with the four-line Marcas Registradas address, the left side has S&W’s monogram logo. The sides of the grip frame and yoke have inspection marks. The left side of the barrel is marked “SMITH & WESSON”. The right side of the barrel is marked “45 CAL MODEL OF 1989”.
Barrel Length: 5″
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a black blade pinned to a rise in the solid rib. The rear sight is a flat top square notched leaf in a base that is micrometer-click adjustable for windage and elevation.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are one piece textured rubber Hogue with finger grooves. There are no chips or cracks, though there are small scratches and compression marks. The grips are in a Fine condition.
Type of Finish: Stainless
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore. Though there is lead fouling. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 9.5/10.
Overall Condition: This handgun retains nearly all of its metal finish. The balance of the stainless shows mild operation wear — to include burn marks on the outside of the cylinder. The cylinder has a light turn line that is crisp. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this handgun rates an Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The cylinder lockup has almost no play on each of the six chambers. The double-action trigger is light and smooth and the single-action is light and crisp. We did not fire this handgun. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This revolver comes with an original S&W blue box.
Our Assessment: The S&W Model 625 is a gun with an interesting, if confusing, history. There was never a 625 no dash, nor have any 625-1s been seen with the first revolvers being model 625-2. This particular example is a 625-4, a 1993 modification that changed the rear sight leaf and extractor and added Hogue grips and a chambering in .45ACP.
It weighs in at 43 oz., and would indeed make a nice (relatively) lightweight bear or camp gun for use in the bush.
Please see our photos and good luck! – C.B.