Smith & Wesson S&W Model 625-3 100923 .45 ACP 3″ DA/SA Revolver 1989
SOLD FOR: $1560
LSB#: 210923SS25
Make: Smith & Wesson
Model: 625-3, The Model of 1989 .45 Stainless, No. 100923
Serial Number: BEN4352
Year of Manufacture: 1989
Caliber: .45 ACP
Action Type: 6-Shot, Single And Double Action Revolver with Swing-Out Fluted Cylinder
Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “SMITH & WESSON”. The right side of the barrel is marked “45 CAL MODEL OF 1989?. The yoke cut is marked “BEN4352 / MOD. 625-3”. The right side of the frame is marked with the four-line Marcas Registradas address, the left side of the frame has S&W’s monogram logo. The butt is marked with the serial number. The crane and sides of the grip frame have inspection marks. The rear face of the cylinder is marked “F” and the ejector cutout of the barrel is marked “S”.
Barrel Length: 3?
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a serrated, ramped blade pinned to a rise in the serrated barrel rib. The rear sight is a square-notch leaf adjustable for windage and elevation, screwed to the topstrap.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two-piece smooth wood combat grips with finger grooves, medallions, and a speedloader cut. There are a couple faint compressions and minor handling wear. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the grips are in Fine-Excellent condition.
Type of Finish: 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 95% of its metal finish. There are some scattered scuffs and draglines, some have caused smooth spots to the matte finish. There are a few little nicks and faint hairline scratches, hardly noticeable. There are some spots of discoloration that appear to be from previous oxidation on the grip frame, it is most noticeable on the butt. There are scattered handling marks. There is a turn line on the cylinder. The screwheads are lightly worn with heavier wear to the rear sight elevation screw. The markings are clear. Overall, this handgun rates in about Fine condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The cylinder lockup has very little play on each of the six chambers. The double action trigger is smooth and the single-action is crisp. This revolver can be fired without moon clips but the extractor will not function without moon clips. 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 a total of six full-moon clips, a serial matching box, and a manual.
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. These early production guns have been seen marked both “Model of 1988” and “Model of 1989”. Just a year into production, the cylinder stop notches were enlarged on the 625-3. This example is a 625-3 chambered for .45 ACP, able to be used with or without moon clips (though extraction will be easier with the clips). Able to share ammunition with semi-automatics chambered for the same cartridge, this is a great revolver to add to a collection which is already shooting this classic pistol caliber. This example is a 3? version which would make for a fine carry revolver, though with its original box you may wish to stash it away. The gun is in about Fine condition with about 95% of its stainless finish, a great bore and strong mechanics. It even comes with six moon clips to get you started. Please see our photos and good luck!