Model 629 Grips

Coppershot · October 14, 2017, 01:31 PM

Mates,

I have a 629 with a 2.62 inch barrel (new) headed my way. The factory grips look a little small. I have large hands (XL), but not huge hands. Anybody have a replacement grip suggestion? I would prefer wood. This will not be a carry gun, just something I think looks really nice.

Chainsaw. · October 14, 2017, 07:04 PM

If they are the factory rubber grips I'd say try em first, Ive got large but slim mitts and I really like the factory grips on my 629 (5"), even my real butt stomper loads are fairly repeatable with the factory grips. If you dont like em, check put houges "Pau Ferro" line. Good stuff.

smee78 · October 15, 2017, 06:36 PM

On all my N frames I go with Ahrends grips, they are my go to when it comes to this size frame. I always get the round butt finger groove under the tactical stocks listing.

Coppershot · October 16, 2017, 07:44 AM

Many thanks. I'm looking at both; really helpful.

Real Gun · October 17, 2017, 08:38 AM

With a short barrel 44 Mag I think you would want to place priority on grips that help control the gun and minimize shooter punishment. My 5" 629 has Pachmayr Pro grips. They are a little fat, lots of palm swell, for my smaller hands, so a fella with big mitts might find then just the ticket.

otasan · October 17, 2017, 11:31 AM

My 6-inch S&W 629 has Pachmeyer Presentation grips, and they work just fine.

Coloradohtr · October 17, 2017, 11:42 AM

My 629 4" Mountian Gun has the stock Hogue Monogrips and they feel fine. It is my winter carry gun and recoil isn't an issue. I think the wood grips look nicer but who cares about looks? To me it's functionality and the Hogues provide that.

otasan · October 17, 2017, 11:49 AM

True. Wood grips are for looks only.

rodfac · October 18, 2017, 06:44 PM

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Wood grips are for looks only.

Well, not in my book...what counts for comfort with my hands is enough wood, gently sloped to intersect the rear of the trigger guard. That prevents knuckle rap.

Ahrends' Retro series does that for me, as does Eagle's. And while I always prefer function over form, those grips in rosewood or good walnut, a simply beautiful. I've got good pics of them, but can't post since Photobucket wants a king's ransom to 3rd party posting accounts. Rod

otasan · October 19, 2017, 11:48 AM

My first revolver, an S&W 28 6-inch had small wooden grips. I quickly obtained some Pachmeyer Presentation grips for it.

joed · October 19, 2017, 06:06 PM

Grips are pretty much a personal thing and what works for me may not work for someone else.

But I've noticed when I have trouble with grips it is usually on a round butt revolver. My 2.5" model 66 came with an Uncle Mike's Boot grip and even .38 Spl hurt my hand. I found Hogue had a nice monogrip that cured the problem.

On a model 29 MG the Monogrip didn't help much. What finally did work was the S&W Walnut Presentation Grips. They even let me shoot magnum loads in this gun without to much discomfort.

Here's a picture of what they look like.

Webleymkv · October 22, 2017, 08:36 AM

The best combination of look and feel that I've found are Culina Grips

https://www.culinagrips.com/

I have a set of their Smooth Target stocks in American Black Walnut on my S&W M27-2 and a Set of the Smooth Magnum Targets (slightly thicker) in Circassian Walnut on my S&W M57. They have a similar profile to the old S&W "Coke Bottle" target grips from the 1950's and are beautifully made and finished. You can order whatever style and wood you like made to order, but I always just picked something they already had made up and have been nothing but pleased (also more affordable that way). While it's been a few years, the last time I bought a set they were about $100.

For pure comfort with a .44 Magnum, however, it's hard to beat a set of the S&W factory X-Frame stocks (made by Hogue).

http://store.smith-wesson.com/webapp...layErrorView_N

While originally intended for the .460 and .500 Monster Magnums on the gigantic X-Frame, these will fit a round-butt N-Frame just fine (I have a set on my 629-6) and they really tame recoil remarkably well. They have a very soft rubber area that covers the backstrap which does a tremendous job of absorbing recoil. I had both Hogue wood stocks and the factory open-back rubber stocks on my 629 for years and while I never found it unmanageable or particularly unpleasant with run-of-the-mill factory .44 Magnum ammo, the X-Frame stocks really do make a world of difference.

rodfac · October 23, 2017, 06:58 AM

Beautiful stocks on your piece there, Joed, did you get them direct from S&W? Cost?..... Rod

joed · October 23, 2017, 07:03 AM

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Originally Posted by rodfac

Beautiful stocks on your piece there, Joed, did you get them direct from S&W? Cost?..... Rod

Got those direct from S&W about 5 years ago. Can't remember the cost but don't remember them being overly expensive. For me they really tamed the recoil.

Just looked them up, prod_248700000 @ $68. Noticed they are now called Fancy Walnut Grips round to square conversion.

JERRYS. · October 23, 2017, 06:11 PM

I've not been impressed with pachmayr's rubber grips lately. they don't fit the same as days gone by. excessive slop/movement and or improperly sized grip screws.

Roaddog · October 24, 2017, 07:01 PM

Joed I just ordred the grips you hav on the M 29.Did you havto resite your gun after you put the new grips on?

Roaddog

joed · October 24, 2017, 08:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Roaddog

Joed I just ordred the grips you hav on the M 29.Did you havto resite your gun after you put the new grips on?

Roaddog, never had to resite. Just took it out and shot spot on. I hope you like them as much as I like these.

Roaddog · October 25, 2017, 05:59 AM

That's grate joed!Thanks much.I'm doing a lot of shooting with it getimg set up for deer huntig next munth.

October 14, 2017, 01:31 PM	#1
Coppershot Member Join Date: January 2, 2015 Location: Virginia Posts: 94	Model 629 Grips Mates, I have a 629 with a 2.62 inch barrel (new) headed my way. The factory grips look a little small. I have large hands (XL), but not huge hands. Anybody have a replacement grip suggestion? I would prefer wood. This will not be a carry gun, just something I think looks really nice.

October 14, 2017, 07:04 PM	#2
Chainsaw. Senior Member Join Date: September 12, 2015 Location: Issaquah WA. Its a dry rain. Posts: 1,774	If they are the factory rubber grips I'd say try em first, Ive got large but slim mitts and I really like the factory grips on my 629 (5"), even my real butt stomper loads are fairly repeatable with the factory grips. If you dont like em, check put houges "Pau Ferro" line. Good stuff. __________________ Just shoot the damn thing.

October 15, 2017, 06:36 PM	#3
smee78 Senior Member Join Date: July 14, 2008 Location: South Carolina Posts: 2,918	On all my N frames I go with Ahrends grips, they are my go to when it comes to this size frame. I always get the round butt finger groove under the tactical stocks listing. __________________ We know exactly where one cow with Mad-cow-disease is located, among the millions and millions of cows in America, but we haven't got a clue where thousands of illegal immigrants and terrorists are

October 17, 2017, 08:38 AM	#5
Real Gun Senior Member Join Date: May 19, 2004 Location: SC Posts: 2,743	With a short barrel 44 Mag I think you would want to place priority on grips that help control the gun and minimize shooter punishment. My 5" 629 has Pachmayr Pro grips. They are a little fat, lots of palm swell, for my smaller hands, so a fella with big mitts might find then just the ticket. __________________ Not an expert, just a reporter.

October 19, 2017, 06:06 PM	#11
joed Senior Member Join Date: November 28, 2014 Posts: 442	Grips are pretty much a personal thing and what works for me may not work for someone else. But I've noticed when I have trouble with grips it is usually on a round butt revolver. My 2.5" model 66 came with an Uncle Mike's Boot grip and even .38 Spl hurt my hand. I found Hogue had a nice monogrip that cured the problem. On a model 29 MG the Monogrip didn't help much. What finally did work was the S&W Walnut Presentation Grips. They even let me shoot magnum loads in this gun without to much discomfort. Here's a picture of what they look like. __________________ The 6 gun was once as common as the cellphone is today, and just as annoying when it went off in the theater. Last edited by joed; October 19, 2017 at 08:50 PM.

October 16, 2017, 07:44 AM	#4
Coppershot Member Join Date: January 2, 2015 Location: Virginia Posts: 94	Many thanks. I'm looking at both; really helpful.

October 17, 2017, 11:31 AM	#6
otasan Junior member Join Date: April 17, 2005 Location: Hartford, Vermont Posts: 519	My 6-inch S&W 629 has Pachmeyer Presentation grips, and they work just fine.

October 17, 2017, 11:42 AM	#7
Coloradohtr Member Join Date: February 29, 2016 Posts: 49	My 629 4" Mountian Gun has the stock Hogue Monogrips and they feel fine. It is my winter carry gun and recoil isn't an issue. I think the wood grips look nicer but who cares about looks? To me it's functionality and the Hogues provide that.

October 17, 2017, 11:49 AM	#8
otasan Junior member Join Date: April 17, 2005 Location: Hartford, Vermont Posts: 519	True. Wood grips are for looks only.

October 19, 2017, 11:48 AM	#10
otasan Junior member Join Date: April 17, 2005 Location: Hartford, Vermont Posts: 519	My first revolver, an S&W 28 6-inch had small wooden grips. I quickly obtained some Pachmeyer Presentation grips for it.

October 22, 2017, 08:36 AM	#12
Webleymkv Senior Member Join Date: July 20, 2005 Location: Indiana Posts: 10,446	The best combination of look and feel that I've found are Culina Grips https://www.culinagrips.com/ I have a set of their Smooth Target stocks in American Black Walnut on my S&W M27-2 and a Set of the Smooth Magnum Targets (slightly thicker) in Circassian Walnut on my S&W M57. They have a similar profile to the old S&W "Coke Bottle" target grips from the 1950's and are beautifully made and finished. You can order whatever style and wood you like made to order, but I always just picked something they already had made up and have been nothing but pleased (also more affordable that way). While it's been a few years, the last time I bought a set they were about $100. For pure comfort with a .44 Magnum, however, it's hard to beat a set of the S&W factory X-Frame stocks (made by Hogue). http://store.smith-wesson.com/webapp...layErrorView_N While originally intended for the .460 and .500 Monster Magnums on the gigantic X-Frame, these will fit a round-butt N-Frame just fine (I have a set on my 629-6) and they really tame recoil remarkably well. They have a very soft rubber area that covers the backstrap which does a tremendous job of absorbing recoil. I had both Hogue wood stocks and the factory open-back rubber stocks on my 629 for years and while I never found it unmanageable or particularly unpleasant with run-of-the-mill factory .44 Magnum ammo, the X-Frame stocks really do make a world of difference.

October 23, 2017, 06:58 AM	#13
rodfac Senior Member Join Date: January 22, 2005 Location: Kentucky Posts: 3,623	Beautiful stocks on your piece there, Joed, did you get them direct from S&W? Cost?..... Rod __________________ Cherish our flag, honor it, defend it in word and deed, or get the hell out. Our Bill of Rights has been paid for by heros in uniform and shall not be diluted by misguided governmental social experiments. We owe this to our children, anything less is cowardice. USAF FAC, 5th Spl Forces, Vietnam Vet '69-'73.

October 23, 2017, 06:11 PM	#15
JERRYS. Senior Member Join Date: September 23, 2013 Location: Alabama Posts: 2,969	I've not been impressed with pachmayr's rubber grips lately. they don't fit the same as days gone by. excessive slop/movement and or improperly sized grip screws.

October 24, 2017, 07:01 PM	#16
Roaddog Senior Member Join Date: July 16, 2010 Location: East central Minnesota Posts: 202	Joed I just ordred the grips you hav on the M 29.Did you havto resite your gun after you put the new grips on? Roaddog

October 25, 2017, 05:59 AM	#18
Roaddog Senior Member Join Date: July 16, 2010 Location: East central Minnesota Posts: 202	That's grate joed!Thanks much.I'm doing a lot of shooting with it getimg set up for deer huntig next munth.