6brbb Posted July 6, 2015 Share Posted July 6, 2015 Hi everyone, I’m wanting to give IPSC Revolver ago. The S&W 625 looks like the way to go given the 6 shot maximum before reload rule, and of course the 45 ACP easily makes 170 PF. For those of you already shooting the 625 in USPSA or IPSC I would like you views on what barrel length is ideal. I do appreciate finding a 625 in 5” is probably not easy, but I though I would ask the question before starting anything here. Will certainly be getting either APEX or TK Custom to do the tuning work on what option I send up going with. Thanks for your input. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatJones Posted July 6, 2015 Share Posted July 6, 2015 Major caliber 45 recoils much more sharply in a revolver than in an auto. The are no springs between you and the chamber. So IMHO, more weight in the revolver is gooder. I shoot a 5". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alecmc Posted July 6, 2015 Share Posted July 6, 2015 i think there is an apex'd 625 in the classifieds currently. That being said, if you plan on getting equiped for revolver uspsa, skip the 625 and go directly to the 627 ( 8 shot 38/357 ) series ( or a 929 ). If you are dead set on getting a 6 shot .45, go with a 5 inch. Unless you plan on dabbling in IDPA , then go for the 4" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buckaroo45 Posted July 6, 2015 Share Posted July 6, 2015 I have neuropathy of the hands and far and away prefer the 4" barrel. Puts the weight in the palm instead of fingers/ heel of the hand supporting the barrel weight. Also feel the 4" transions faster. Just my .0125 cents after taxes. buckaroo45 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktm400 Posted July 6, 2015 Share Posted July 6, 2015 A 4" gun could also be used in IDPA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pskys2 Posted July 7, 2015 Share Posted July 7, 2015 Pretty sure 6brbb is not in the US and talking IPSC, not USPSA. Go with the 5" 45 Major, takes less powder, usually, and the sight radius will help. There is no advantage to the PC or JM models, so don't pay more for them. With USPSA allowing 8 shot minor, if you can wrangle something from the states, used 625's might be a bit easier to find. Good Luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6brbb Posted July 7, 2015 Author Share Posted July 7, 2015 (edited) Thanks for your input every one, some excellent points here. Yes I'm in New Zealand, so the reference to IPSC (only) - apologies for not mentioning that earlier. I have a good relationship with an US licensed exporter so will look to have him help in the process of procurement and customising before export. More comments and feedback welcome. Thanks Edited July 7, 2015 by 6brbb Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blind bat Posted July 7, 2015 Share Posted July 7, 2015 Good luck. I loved the few weeks I spent in New Zealand. Awesome roads (yield signs > stops signs), coffee, people. Cheers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bkfranklin22 Posted July 22, 2015 Share Posted July 22, 2015 whats is a good weight? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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