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Post by marlin35 on Feb 27, 2024 21:02:40 GMT -5
I got my mountain gun about a month ago. I doubt I ever lose the feeling I get when I shoot it. It is ACCURATE and way too much fun to shoot. I say you’d be crazy not to jump on one!
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Post by Encore64 on Feb 27, 2024 21:11:21 GMT -5
Add me to the list of those who recommend it.
I've had a 25 Model of 1989 5" for some time. It has only ever seen 45 Auto Rim.
Then a 25 Classic 6.5". I like the slim, lightweight barrel and perfect tolerances.
I do recommend checking it out before buying...
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Post by tentcamper on Mar 1, 2024 1:58:22 GMT -5
I recently had an experience where I asked my local FFL to order me a 25–15 and when it arrived I gave it back, saying no way. The quality control on this particular piece was horrible… there was a scratch in the bluing on the left side of the frame, machining marks that had been skipped across the bluing on the right side of the frame, and in the cylinder window on the bottom of the frame was a spot about half the size of a dime that looked like a grade schooler had taken a screwdriver and scratched off all of the bluing.
The balance on this gun was really nice and I was really looking forward to getting this but no way I was going to pay over $400 for an $1100 gun that look like this. My experience two years ago with a classic model very similar to this, but in 41 magnum was much better, although the gun could’ve been finished better at the factory. The 41 magnum I brought home has a fantastic trigger and it’s very accurate although it could have a better bluing. Along the same lines by recently handled an 4 inch model 29 brand new that had extractor issues… whether the extractor was bent or had some burr in it precluding its proper functioning. I do not know.
Quality control from Smith and Wesson is hit or miss it seems and I would certainly inspect again before taking ownership of it
I will be patient and shop diligently but I will add a 25–15 to my collection, just not the one I had my hands on.
Ironically, I have personally handled and inspected quite a few of the stainless Smith & Wesson’s recently, mostly model 29s, and their fit and finish and function have all been flawless.
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Post by bushog on Mar 1, 2024 8:33:26 GMT -5
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Post by boatswainsmate on Mar 1, 2024 9:55:47 GMT -5
You could go this route. I got this 625-8 off gunbroker that someone had converted to shoot 45 colt. It's one of the best cast bullet shooting firearms I own. The barrel rifling is different on the 45 ACP guns. Happy Shooting. Boats  |
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Post by wyomingnimrod on Mar 1, 2024 10:12:03 GMT -5
You could go this route. I got this 625-8 off gunbroker that someone had converted to shoot 45 colt. It's one of the best cast bullet shooting firearms I own. The barrel rifling is different on the 45 ACP guns. Happy Shooting. Boats Interesting. What did the conversion entail? Re-rifling? A new cylinder? |
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Post by marlin35 on Mar 1, 2024 10:31:39 GMT -5
You could go this route. I got this 625-8 off gunbroker that someone had converted to shoot 45 colt. It's one of the best cast bullet shooting firearms I own. The barrel rifling is different on the 45 ACP guns. Happy Shooting. Boats Interesting. What did the conversion entail? Re-rifling? A new cylinder? Looks like a mountain gun cylinder with the BP chamfer. |
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Post by boatswainsmate on Mar 1, 2024 13:46:39 GMT -5
You could go this route. I got this 625-8 off gunbroker that someone had converted to shoot 45 colt. It's one of the best cast bullet shooting firearms I own. The barrel rifling is different on the 45 ACP guns. Happy Shooting. Boats Interesting. What did the conversion entail? Re-rifling? A new cylinder? Not sure. I was told it was sent to smith & wesson to have the cylinder done. They use 6 groove barrels on the 45 ACP guns. From what I've read it has something to do with GI Hardball ammo. |
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Post by revolvercranker on Mar 1, 2024 14:12:46 GMT -5
Interesting. What did the conversion entail? Re-rifling? A new cylinder? Not sure. I was told it was sent to smith & wesson to have the cylinder done. They use 6 groove barrels on the 45 ACP guns. From what I've read it has something to do with GI Hardball ammo. That's interesting that the different rifling between the 45 Colt and the 45 acp on the Models 25 Smiths are different. I own an 8 3/8 inch barrel Model 25 in 45 Colt and the rifling, as compared to 357 mag, 41 mag, and 44 mag is different. First it's very shallow rifling like a 1911 45 acp barrel. I wondered if they used one type of rifling for both the 45 Colt and the 45 acp, but these posts bring that into the light. I'd like to know if someone that has one of the latest 45 Colt Model 25 can tell me what the rifling is like in their revolver. BTW mine does have five groove rifling. |
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Post by Burnston on Mar 4, 2024 22:49:03 GMT -5
After a few extensive conversations with John L. a few years ago I took to carrying a 25-9 .45 Colt daily at work. I did not juice it quite to his suggested power, still being a little gun shy after cracking the frame and forcing cone of my 29-3. It did prove useful using a 255gr LSWC HP cast by Dick Thompson behind a substantial amount of 2400. While I hesitate to publicly post pressures and exact recipes, I do know with certainty that I pushed it beyond what most folks would recommend under the influence of Mr. Linebaugh, and then Bill Fowler. I did end up switching back to .44spl after a year, but this particular m25 took over 4700 rounds of high(ish) end loads and killed two brahman bulls, a domestic buffalo, a few whitetail, and an untold number of hogs. Almost any gun can do that if shot correctly; the point is, this particular one did it in rain, snow, mud, dust, once after being submerged in a deceptively deep pond, and various other disagreeable locales. I would feel secure in putting my life, and my work in it's hands.   |
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Post by wyomingnimrod on Mar 5, 2024 22:21:21 GMT -5
After a few extensive conversations with John L. a few years ago I took to carrying a 25-9 .45 Colt daily at work. I did not juice it quite to his suggested power, still being a little gun shy after cracking the frame and forcing cone of my 29-3. It did prove useful using a 255gr LSWC HP cast by Dick Thompson behind a substantial amount of 2400. While I hesitate to publicly post pressures and exact recipes, I do know with certainty that I pushed it beyond what most folks would recommend under the influence of Mr. Linebaugh, and then Bill Fowler. I did end up switching back to .44spl after a year, but this particular m25 took over 4700 rounds of high(ish) end loads and killed two brahman bulls, a domestic buffalo, a few whitetail, and an untold number of hogs. Almost any gun can do that if shot correctly; the point is, this particular one did it in rain, snow, mud, dust, once after being submerged in a deceptively deep pond, and various other disagreeable locales. I would feel secure in putting my life, and my work in it's hands. Beautiful gun, and classic photo of you with it. It sounds like you’ve had a hell of a history with the gun and that it has done everything you’ve asked of it quite well. What are the grips made of? And what kind of sights are on it? I’m very impressed by your track record hunting with it. Damn impressed. |
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Post by Burnston on Mar 6, 2024 0:10:45 GMT -5
After a few extensive conversations with John L. a few years ago I took to carrying a 25-9 .45 Colt daily at work. I did not juice it quite to his suggested power, still being a little gun shy after cracking the frame and forcing cone of my 29-3. It did prove useful using a 255gr LSWC HP cast by Dick Thompson behind a substantial amount of 2400. While I hesitate to publicly post pressures and exact recipes, I do know with certainty that I pushed it beyond what most folks would recommend under the influence of Mr. Linebaugh, and then Bill Fowler. I did end up switching back to .44spl after a year, but this particular m25 took over 4700 rounds of high(ish) end loads and killed two brahman bulls, a domestic buffalo, a few whitetail, and an untold number of hogs. Almost any gun can do that if shot correctly; the point is, this particular one did it in rain, snow, mud, dust, once after being submerged in a deceptively deep pond, and various other disagreeable locales. I would feel secure in putting my life, and my work in it's hands. Beautiful gun, and classic photo of you with it. It sounds like you’ve had a hell of a history with the gun and that it has done everything you’ve asked of it quite well. What are the grips made of? And what kind of sights are on it? I’m very impressed by your track record hunting with it. Damn impressed. Most of the hunting were simply targets of opportunity. I seem to run across hogs almost as often as I run across cows. The sights and everything else about the gun is stock as stock can be. The only modifications are the giraffe bone grips, tyler t, and John powers did a little timing and trigger work for me. I was trying to break back into the world of .45 Colt after using a .44spl for years, and I stuck with it for a year before going back to the .44. No practical reason for the regression; just put a lot more time and rounds through the .44. |
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Post by wyomingnimrod on Mar 8, 2024 9:39:29 GMT -5
Beautiful gun, and classic photo of you with it. It sounds like you’ve had a hell of a history with the gun and that it has done everything you’ve asked of it quite well. What are the grips made of? And what kind of sights are on it? I’m very impressed by your track record hunting with it. Damn impressed. Most of the hunting were simply targets of opportunity. I seem to run across hogs almost as often as I run across cows. The sights and everything else about the gun is stock as stock can be. The only modifications are the giraffe bone grips, tyler t, and John powers did a little timing and trigger work for me. I was trying to break back into the world of .45 Colt after using a .44spl for years, and I stuck with it for a year before going back to the .44. No practical reason for the regression; just put a lot more time and rounds through the .44. Giraffe bone grips have got to be the most exotic grip material I have heard of yet. And they look badass. Is Tyler T still in business, btw? I have tried calling there multiple times recently and never heard back…. Could really use one on a .44 Mag Redhawk of mine. Side note, I scratched the terrible, unscratchable new gun itch the other day and bought a Mtn Gun but in .44 Mag. Still need a 25 or a 625! The Quest continues… |
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Post by Burnston on Mar 8, 2024 12:12:13 GMT -5
Most of the hunting were simply targets of opportunity. I seem to run across hogs almost as often as I run across cows. The sights and everything else about the gun is stock as stock can be. The only modifications are the giraffe bone grips, tyler t, and John powers did a little timing and trigger work for me. I was trying to break back into the world of .45 Colt after using a .44spl for years, and I stuck with it for a year before going back to the .44. No practical reason for the regression; just put a lot more time and rounds through the .44. Giraffe bone grips have got to be the most exotic grip material I have heard of yet. And they look badass. Is Tyler T still in business, btw? I have tried calling there multiple times recently and never heard back…. Could really use one on a .44 Mag Redhawk of mine. Side note, I scratched the terrible, unscratchable new gun itch the other day and bought a Mtn Gun but in .44 Mag. Still need a 25 or a 625! The Quest continues… Not the same owners, but I do believe they’re still in business. You’re whistling the same tune everybody is whistling; no contact, communication, etc. Take that how you will. The general business model has been to print off an order form, choose what you want, and send a check for the disclosed amount. Expect to have your check cashed fairly quickly, and expect to wait anywhere from one to six months or more. From what I can tell, your order WILL eventually arrive, but it is generally not quick, and you’ll never hear from them. I do not say this to disparage the company. This is just how it is now with the “new” owner(s.) Very nice guy the few times I have talked to him. |
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Post by stubshaft on Mar 8, 2024 12:58:00 GMT -5
I can;t think of ANY reason not to buy one!
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