Lew Horton Smith & Wesson S&W 629-5 Extreme Hunter .44 Mag 12″ Revolver
SOLD FOR: $1975
LSB#: 210218NH02
Make: Smith & Wesson Performance Center for Lew Horton
Model: 629-5, Extreme Hunter No. 170157
Serial Number: EMH0063
Year of Manufacture: 2000
Caliber: .44 Magnum & Special Cartridges
Action Type: 6-Shot, Single And Double Action Revolver with Swing-Out Fluted Cylinder
Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “PERFORMANCE CENTER”. The right side of the barrel is marked “44 MAGNUM”. The crane cut is marked with the serial number and model number “BEH0063 / 629-5”. The crane and sides of the grip frame are marked with inspection marks. The left side of the frame has the S&W Performance Center monogram logo. The right side of the frame is marked with the four-line marcas registradas. The butt of the grip frame is marked with the serial number “BEH0063”.
Barrel Length: 12” with Underlug
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a Patridge blade dovetailed into a ramped base that is integral to the rib, which has a matte finish for glare reduction. The rear sight has been removed and a one-piece Leupold-style base and a pair of rings have been installed.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grip is a Hogue monogrip with molded S&W logos and pebble texturing. There are a few scattered light marks. The left side at the top has a little gap to the frame. The texturing is strong. There are no rips or tears. The grip is in Fine-Excellent overall condition.
Type of Finish: Glass Bead Stainless Steel
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore.
Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 97% of its metal finish. There are a few light marks, the most noticeable are on the trigger guard. There are some light handling marks. There is a turn line on the cylinder. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are crisp. Overall, this handgun rates in about Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The lockup produces minimal side to side movement. The double action is smooth and the single action is 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: None.
Our Assessment: This is Smith & Wesson Performance Center Model 629-5 Extreme Hunter made for Lew Horton. It features a 12” barrel, and at the time of production was the longest barrel Smith had ever put on a modern wheel gun. The revolver has a long under lug on the barrel with a sling swivel attached and another one attached to the bottom of the Hogue Monogrip on its round butt grip frame. The finish is glass bead stainless steel and it has hardly a mark. This one comes with a Leupold style base and rings installed and ought to make an absurdly fun target shooting revolver and will also be a great hunting gun as the name implies. Being a Performance Center made for Lew Horton distributing, it will also be a great addition to a collection of Smith & Wesson revolvers given its high condition. Please see our photos and good luck!