Smith & Wesson Model 625

Smith & Wesson · Pistol · In Production · 1989

Also known as: Model 625, S&W 625

Overview

The Smith & Wesson Model 625 is a large revolver built on Smith & Wesson's N-frame, introduced in 1989. Chambered in .45 ACP with a 6-round cylinder. Constructed with a stainless steel frame and cylinder, this revolver offers excellent corrosion resistance and durability for years of reliable service. The 4.0-inch barrel provides an excellent balance of sight radius and portability, suitable for both duty carry and range work. At 1148g (40.5 oz), this is a substantial revolver that uses its mass to tame recoil from powerful magnum loads, making extended range sessions more comfortable. Smith & Wesson has been producing N-frame revolvers for over a century, continuously refining the platform with improved metallurgy, ergonomics, and manufacturing techniques while maintaining the fundamental reliability and accuracy that has made their double-action revolvers the benchmark against which all others are measured.

Specifications

Weight (empty)1148 g (40.5 oz)
Overall Length238 mm (9.37")
Barrel Length102 mm (4.02")
Height152 mm (5.98")
Width41 mm (1.61")
Firing MechanismDouble Action Single Action
Trigger TypeDouble Action Single Action
Trigger Pull20 N (4.5 lbf)
Magazine Capacity6 rounds
Magazine TypeRotary
Muzzle Velocity260 m/s (853 fps)
Muzzle Energy477 J (352 ft·lbf)
Effective Range50 m (55 yd)
Barrel RiflingRight Hand
Rifling Twist406 mm (15.98")
Number of Grooves5
Frame MaterialStainless Steel
Barrel MaterialStainless Steel
FinishSatin Stainless

Calibers

Features

Production

Production years: 1989-present

Origin

Country of origin: United States

Notes

Requires moon clips for proper extraction. The full-lug barrel provides weight forward for better recoil control.

Background

The N-frame platform has been in continuous production since 1907, making it one of the most refined and proven revolver designs in firearms history.