From the Safe: S&W 627 Performance Center Snub Nose

Here we take a look at the S&W 627 Performance Center snub nose aka "Bloodwork Revolver".
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[@ls0254368]

Anyone know where I can get a 627 snub nose like this with the fluted cylinder? I have looked on gunbroker and arms list and couldn’t find any.

[@TheOl1911]

Man I totally forgot to address the fluted cylinder in the video!!!! This model comes with an unfluted cylinder. My buddy (and myself) like the look of the fluted cylinder and also we use the flutes as reference points when reloading round by round. Anyway he sent this wheelie back to S&W Perf. Center to have a fluted cylinder installed. So the 627 PC Snub does not come with a fluted cylinder. It will always come with an unfluted cylinder. The revolver used in the movie Bloodwork does have the fluted cylinder and no lock but again the 627 PC Snubs will come with an unfluted cylinder.

[@ls0254368]

TheOl1911 thanks for info! How was dealing with the performance center? Do you call or email them?

[@TheOl1911]

I am not sure? You know what - let me touch base with him and I'm gonna re-do the vid I just recorded on the 327/627 and add this all in. I seriously am getting tons of emails and messages per day about the "fluted cylinder". LOL. Stay tuned!

[@ls0254368]

TheOl1911 ok thanks!

[@stopthephilosophicalzombie9017]

That 627 might almost be as beautiful as a Python.

[@WRXXXual]

The 627 Snubby is just beautiful.

[@DEE-mt9eq]

Been carrying a 627 with HP since 2004,never ever let me down.

[@emann8219]

That is one of the coolest revolvers I've ever seen!

[@vbanner]

The nicest thing about you man is you are not a typical reviewer, you got some stories with them, and that is some nice thing to hear at the midnight, it's soothing that always you got a story about a firearm (and also soothing that you're a man of class who only loves 1911s and wheel guns) and I don't have to hear random bang bang with'n the stories..... Thanks man!

[@larryl603]

I bought a 327 and the 627 they are my go to guns every day simplicity of them are just comforting they are the 2 of many revolvers that I now own , your vids are awesome keep up the great work

[@TheOl1911]

that's awesome! I will do a vid on both models soon... thanks for the kind words

[@TaskMaster2006]

Thanks for your update on the S&W 327 one of my Favorite Wheel Guns ! Nice piece of Jewelry Too !

[@anthonyortiz20102010]

627 or 327?? Which one would be better...

[@youngestson65]

Yessuh. Very nice revolver. 8 shots really puts it in the A1 category!🤙🏽

[@jmuhr8952]

Love the 327 and 627 performance center models. Love them so much I bought both because I could not decide which one I wanted more. Awesome guns.

[@TheOl1911]

That's awesome! I'm gonna do a vid on the both of these wheelies soon!

[@GunCollector007]

Wow! That’s a work of art! Love the holster too!

[@TheOl1911]

thanks my friend

[@pinkiewerewolf]

Gorgeous revolver, I like the finish on this model's stainless steel. My 629 shows every touch. Someone stole his holster from the range... dirtbags. I like my local/small shop, if anything were stolen there everyone at the range that day would be banned until the item made it's way back. Funny story. I'm in the back of the store yesterday, moving pallets, cleaning up and the front calls for keys. The manager gives me his keys. I arrive in the front and they ask me to unlock the condom cabinet. The dude makes a comment to me about "So this is what we've come to?" and without hesitation I say "You mean stealing condoms?" The guy was pissed but a little amused at my retort. I didn't care, I'm retiring in a few months.

[@TheOl1911]

Thanks!!! Yes someone stole his original holster at this public range. I think all he did was go use the restroom and he came back and it was gone. This has happened before even to me. I left a flashlight on a table and someone took it. Anyway great story!!! LOL

[@TommyRibs]

Possibly Smith & Wesson's greatest modern offering. It's a damn good revolver.

[@TheOl1911]

I agree. Overall a great revolver. I'll do another vid on this later in the month comparing it to the 327

[@jerseyjoe1677]

Reloading and revolver yes that stinks, but clearing a malfunction How did the revolver actually malfunction?

[@joe1940]

The gun Clint Eastwood used in "Blood Work ". Very cool. Great video.

[@TheOl1911]

not the greatest movie but it did make this model "famous" in a way!

[@woodybowen5362]

The book by Michael Connolly is better.

[@chadwood4296]

The factory rear sight will come really easy it's just the two screws that hold it in place. Once you remove it you will see there is a spot in the center to add a third screw, which the fix rear combat sight uses. Note that you will have to get new screws, the factory ones are about 1/16" to long once you make the swap. Its worth it love mine even more once I made the swap.

[@Lenmorey]

What’s name of cobalt sight

[@michaelschaffer9165]

I like your taste in revolvers. Personally, though, they look really heavy to me. I prefer smaller pieces. I usually have an LCR in warm weather and a K frame snub in the winter. Great video, man. Thank you.

[@1holyblack]

627 + Black Basket Weave Holster = SICK! That is a winning combo right there

[@TheOl1911]

It is a great combo! The only thing I wish he had or I had was the SL Variant 8 shot speed loader! Its a shame he never got to use the holster.

[@1holyblack]

SO did ya get out and shoot her??

[@TheOl1911]

Unfortunately no... I was shooting my USP 45 instead... but I will make some time before the year is over to shoot it - I just recorded a vid on both the 327 and 627 so I'll try to get that up when I'm back...

[@1holyblack]

TheOl1911 good deal! I also have USP 45 and 40. I love em both. Have shot some 45 Super thru the 45. No issues. More recoil than 45ACP as you would suspect. Uber accurate. Lookin forward to your experiences with the Smith. Cheers!!

[@jaraecheatham1757]

The 627 is definitely a favorite. Been eyeing an unfluted one for years

[@youngestson65]

Love Smith and Wesson! They are a LEGEND in the gun industry!💪🏽

[@N98858]

...I've always been a sucker for the short barreled S&W's ';-) Good review/thanks

[@TheOl1911]

me too my friend!

[@winrx]

A great piece for the nightstand.....

[@wewd]

That's cool that your buddy had the cylinder fluted after the one Eastwood carried. Your gun might be the only 627 Performance Center with a fluted cylinder other than the one in that movie.

[@TheGunfighter45acp]

Interesting back story on the 627. I'm glad it found a good home! The Pugnose will always be a celebrity in the revolver world. What's not to like about 8 rounds of .357mag, moon clips, & you get it all in a lightweight, easy to carry N frame?

[@TheOl1911]

Yeah now my friend is like do you want to re-trade back...i'm like nope. He wants the 627 snub back in his collection. LOL. But yes what's not to like! I just did a video on the 327/627 but won't be able to post that one up till next month sometime.

[@drdarwin1]

Yes, there may be a slight advantage of a .357 revolver versus a 1911. However, when you think about it, the 686+ , pug, or 627, is on par with the round count with a 1911; with the advantage to the wheel gun. Why? Because a wheel gun can be shot from contact without a malfunction.

[@TheOl1911]

that is true

[@ricosuave7102]

It’s not really a snub nose but it’s a great revolver. The 4 inch barrel model is awesome too.

[@bobhartman2571]

S&W make some sweet looking revolvers. The 627 is a beauty.

[@scottperson9487]

S&W with the Hillary Hole are ugly.

[@57HEMIviken]

Man that's an awesome wheel gun! Love these from the safe vids. I debated between this and the chiappa rhino 200ds for a while ended up going with the rhino not sure I could hide one of these beasts under a t shirt as easily as the rhino with only 6 shots and the flat cylinder maybe one day I'll be able to afford both

[@TheOl1911]

I got one more FTS (From the Safe) vid coming... on a 1911 in an odd color.... but I'll try to do some more in January 2018 - but not gonna do too many more of them....long story. Anyway that is interesting on the rhino. I never thought of that!

[@jonathonwerner5968]

Just bought one today, except no cylinder flutes.

[@robgrasso1837]

Hi, enjoy your vids. It's easy to replace the rear sight with a picatinny rail. It'll just screw right in and take a rds or whatever.

[@TheOl1911]

Yes that is true - I meant to say apparently you have to file down the front sight??? He told me the rear sight he wanted but never got was made by D&L Sports He was telling me depending on the load he might have to file down the front sight to get it to hit where he wanted. Maybe I'll look into getting it...

[@northernninety7]

Thats a beauty.

[@jamesoncross7494]

That is a beautiful gun. I like the holster too.

[@thomasosteen9936]

love my 627

[@mikedifeo8344]

I almost bought this wheel gun. Decided on the 686+ Deluxe Talo edition. I wanted a 3" barrel. I looked at the 586L, I didn't care too much for the ported barrel. I do like the idea of 8 rounds on the 627. I am really satisfied with the 686+. I am looking into getting the stainless steel blackened, at least darker. That is my only issue with it. I don't care too much for untreated stainless look. I prefer the dark blued style. Do you find this revolver to be a bit larger than your 586 since it carries 8 rnds? I would assume the cylinder would be bigger, making it not a practical EDC gun.

[@TheOl1911]

The 586 L-Comp definitely is smaller than this one. This 627 snub can be challenging to carry as I would only carry it OWB so... would need to dress around it. I know my bud tried to IWB it and it just didn't work out for him. I have tried to IWB my 327 and I also didn't find it practical. The fat cylinder just gets you in the right spot... But I do like how this is an 8 shot full stainless steel.... yes I prefer blued revolvers but S&W doesn't seem to do many....they had that Night Guard series that was a great line but apparently they had issues with it?

[@Sedan57Chevy]

The shorter barrel N-frames have really been growing on me over the past few months...I might end up having to spend some bucks to scratch the itch.

[@TheOl1911]

uh oh, LOL - nice!

[@GunSam]

Wheel Gun=Real Gun!

[@smithwesson870]

Best snubby revolver in the world. I love mines.

[@philp411]

Dude. I can do everything a handgun would need to do with a 1911 and a revolver. In fact, I carry both daily. I have some of them high-cap Glocks around just because. This 629 snub is a sweet looking revo. Wouldn't mind one!

[@rickmaldoo4205]

Like food channels make me hungry for food......yours makes me hungry for performance center wheel guns.

[@StudSupreme]

CC with this gun takes some getting used to. It's HEAVY. Also, that butt tends to stick out. I carry IWB. In the winter, I can get away with it, but haven't been able to in the summer (it's simply too big.) Still - I love the gun. 8 shots of .357? S&W? Hard to beat.

[@rvboondocker2559]

I LOVE 627!!! Excellent carry. Very annoying and shallow how you feel you need to keep saying your friend copies you. Otherwise. Thanks for the video

[@wizardofahhhs759]

I have a friend like that too, but he usually doesn't one up me because he's not that knowledgeable about guns and he thinks more money=better quality, which isn't always the case. Example: I have a COLT 1911 70s series that I got a really good deal on so he had to go out and spend twice as much on a 1911 that isn't near the same quality. I just let him think he's got the better gun😂

[@chrischiampo8106]

Very Nice S&W Revolver 😮😮 It Literally Looks Like it’s Never Been Shot Or Carried Very Nice Score 😎😮😮 👍🏼 Can’t wait till the Raptor Ride Along If Your Buddy is Up for it Have a Cool Thanksgiving My Friend

[@TheOl1911]

No he's shot this many of times. He is just OCD and wants his guns to look brand new. I don't know how he does it but he makes all his guns spotless. Sometimes excessive cleaning could damage the gun. I'm not sure what tools he uses to "erase" the carbon and scratch marks but... I couldn't do that. And he is the guy that owns the Raptor. LOL. He got a little chip on the hood and he's trying to repair that and then he's getting some 3M wrap!?!??!?!?! I have no clue. Its an off road truck!!! what does he expect. but unfortunately he will not allow me to record the truck. Long story.... but who knows maybe I can convince him.

[@BATJACJW]

That's cool it's the one from bloodwork.

[@TheOl1911]

Thanks my friend

[@joep4235]

my home defense gun! love having 8 rds of .357!

[@selaxlife7621]

Joe P I have a 686plus but load it with 38 specials.....using a 357 indoors will be the end of ur natural hearing days......plus after the first few blasts, it's so powerful u might be disoriented with it indoors.....jst my opinion tho....when I go to the mountains...then the big boys come out...357 all day

[@joep4235]

I'm with you Rodz! I keep two .38+p's, and 6 .Hornady .357's in the cylinder... I used to go 2 +4 + 2 Corban .357's, but the Corban cracks my wrist :-)

[@dbx1233]

That is a very fine revolver.

[@brandonlacey4365]

I been looking for that gun for a while that's the best looking snubby there is

[@arantejeff64642]

The 627 performance center 5 inch and 627 2.6, the best twin

[@yankeecornbread8464]

I previously gave a thumbs-up to this video a few weeks ago and today it was gone.

[@waynepatch9489]

Thanks for another grate video, can we get a new vid of the 327 pug nose..

[@TheOl1911]

Yes I have one planned going over both of these CCW style revolvers (this one and the 327) stay tuned....

[@bongdudugenio9947]

FBI Terry McCaleb (Blood work) uses one of these piece and its really cool revolver back then in 2002.

[@sandozman6085]

You can get a plug for that lock hole. Keep the dust out ! Nice gun man

[@humans4targets2]

That revolver is awesome!! You need any trades?? LOL

[@rosspbarnett458]

I prefer the fluted cylinder, looks much better !

[@wildmanjeff42]

not a big revolver guy, but I like that one, and the blued s&w 586 with rosewood grips is on my list to buy. will be my first revolver purchase, though I have shot many of my dad's. I love the small guns myself. love my friends' 44 mag with 8 inch barrel. thanks for the video

[@TheOl1911]

Very nice! I love a blued revolver! Not many out there...

[@thomasfranklin7808]

I plan on getting 1 I like revolver

[@thejason9786]

Sweet 627!! I envy the collection you have! Hey, you wouldnt happen to have a 327 pug holster you would part with since you no longer carry it do ya? Maybe one you never use? Im wanting to purchase one.

[@TheOl1911]

I have my main one but its seen better days but I do want to hold on to it. It was made by Lobo (made by Ray) and it served me very well. I would highly recommend checking them out as the new family that runs Lobo is doing a great job.

[@stopthephilosophicalzombie9017]

You are my favorite revolver channel. It makes me a little sad to hear that you've switched back to 1911s. I never really understood that gun. I had recently been considering purchasing a 2 or 3 inch 627 or 686 for the advantages of 357. Do you feel that 45 is far superior to that cartridge? My recollection was that the trigger pull on the scandium 327 pug nose was fairly light, but I guess compared to a 1911 it's a whole different story. Anyway thanks for all the great videos.

[@TheOl1911]

I know I know.... A lot of revolver fans have emailed / PM'ed me the same thing about being sad I am now on a 1911 kick. I will say the 1911 is the most carried gun in my carrying lifetime so... its kinda what I grew up on. But anyway I think the 45acp is a good round but I don't know if its superior to the .357mag (especially out of a 4"+ barrel). A 3" barrel might be a happy medium. Also that 357 is L O U D and can take a bit to get use to in a short barreled revolver. But yes the revolver and the 1911 are 2 different systems. Let me know what you plan to do. Thanks!

[@stopthephilosophicalzombie9017]

Thanks for the reply! That all makes a lot of sense. I am currently carrying a PPQ 9mm in the winter and a PPS 9 in summer. A friend of mine and I conducted some meat tests with our carry ammo in 357 (Critical Duty 3 in barrel) and 9mm (PPQ) and I was impressed enough with the 357 results to start looking at wheel guns. I don't know why 1911s never caught my fancy; they do seem like great guns. I think maybe I was just a little too young to have been introduced to them before the striker fire gun craze started, and now the idea of a safety seems weird (though the Beretta 92 was my first gun).

[@markgardner4039]

Wow, you are correct... that's in fabulous condition especially considering that it was carried on a daily basis. Very nice! You may have heard this before, but there's a KZbin channel from a gentleman in the Northwest called 'The Yankee Marshal.' You and he have very similar (almost exact) tastes in S&W revolvers. Hmmm... collusion between channels? 😉

[@stotzmitchell]

Mark Gardner Dude is a troll and a joke

[@azspotfree]

What do you have against revolvers? It was also in the movie Salton Sea. Val Kilmer's character bagged 7 tweakers with one in Salton Sea

[@matthewrobinson4323]

Awesome gun, awesome video. But one thing you said confused me. Perhaps I misheard you. But why is it problematical to love both a 1911 AND a revolver? That's like saying, "I love pizza, so I can't love cheese burgers". 😄

[@TheOl1911]

no not to love both! I do! I guess going from one platform to the other with the triggers.

[@TheOl1911]

and of course the manual of arms

[@jon_watson3740]

This 8 shot fluted cylinder is so frigin sexy I can't breathe (I hope no one will read this but i couldn't resist. That's right. I'm ashamed of it) xD

[@zenadventurer69]

I’m looking at the best revolver I’ve ever shot but listening to a guy talking about carrying a 1911. WTF?

[@amandamyers5169]

Very Nice revolver... Not a huge fan of the newer Smiths... Only because of the keylock frame an it does not have a hammer mounted fireing pin.... But other then that a gorgeous Firearm....

[@selaxlife7621]

Buckshot Roberts the keylock I understand but it's not a deal breaker for me...i mean the gun isn't gonna malfunction....its more of a pride issue bro.....and as far as the firing pin.......the colt pythons never had firing pins mounted on the hammer and I think colt did ok on making the finest revolver ever made.......but to each their own brotha!

[@maurice0094]

I got one! Used its mint, very surprising.....is it bad I’m looking for a Trr8 or R8 now? Nah, I enjoyed Charles Bronson and Clint Eastwood movies a lot.

[@nicholasthomas4382]

You have many of my bucket list PC guns. My question: do you have any reason, based on experience or reputation, to run soft loads through that 627? I'd really love a 7-8 shot concealable/backup gun that can handle a strong diet of HOT 357 mag. I'd like to assume that pretty much any N frame based revolver can handle endless 357, but apparently w the pug nose thats not the case...

[@manathampanya5007]

Very nice

[@philp411]

Hey, I was just noticing the new versions of this model have unfluted cylinders ❓

[@TheOl1911]

Forgot to even mention this! Got so many emails about this... but the 627 PC Snub does not come with a fluted cylinder. Only unfluted. My friend wanted the fluted cylinder installed so he sent it to S&W Perf. Center to have that done. I just recorded a vid on the 327 and 627 talking about it but won't have time to get that vid up for another few weeks....

[@philp411]

TheOl1911 I like the look of both fluted and unfluted cylinders depending on the gun. This gun looks nice unfluted.

[@russelder9743]

love the gun and the holster.......funny I enjoy my revolvers and shoot them better than my semis

[@TheOl1911]

thanks! that's cool

[@charliepugh9436]

Nice video

[@ชาญชัยแจ้งเปล่]

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[@Hoodie_fishscale]

Any vids of the 627 at the range?

[@user-rd8vp6nq8b]

Its a 2.67 inch barrel with a full injector rod,

[@longshootingshow2163]

Smith and Wesson Cpt. Price snubnose.

[@traeucity6087]

I'm interested in getting some Ahrend's grips for this gun. Do you know if they allow for the use of the moon clips? I'm wanting the round butt, N-frame, Tactical Smith and Wesson grips, with finger grooves. I'm going to use this as a car gun; placed in rig situated under the steering column; so I need a more substantial grip, than stock, for better purchase. I'm copying you, too; because you have excellent taste.

[@TheOl1911]

As far as I know yes. He had the same Ahrend's I have on my 327. The Concealed carry boot grips so those are the short grips. Are you talking about the Hogue rubber grips? Thanks for the kind words!

[@traeucity6087]

TheOl1911, you're welcome. No, I wasn't talking about the Hogue rubber grips. I was wanting a set of Ahrend's grips; but I want the longer ones, so I can get a full grip. I just saw, on another video on this gun; where a guy chose Badger grips, because he said that some replacement grips were too thick to allow for the use of moon clips and speed loaders. I figured since you had experience with Ahrend's grips; you might have tried to use either moon clips or speed loaders with them, on one of your revolvers. It's not a real big deal. I could always use one of the magazines from my Coonan .357, or a speed strip to reload. Heck, with 8 rounds; reloading might never be an issue.

[@TheOl1911]

I see - I think you will have no issues with Ahrends. I don't think they would interfere with moons/speed loaders. I had some full size grips on a 686+ 4" and no issues with using speed loaders.

[@fee_lo8346]

Do you have any problems with light primer strikes with your performance center revolvers? If so what do you do about it?

[@TheOl1911]

I have not - I mean with the 327 I used these Buffalo Bore 125gr Barnes JHPs that did not go off...but those seemed to be hard primers... if you do get light primer strikes there is a little investigation to be done...and probably a gunsmith will need to take a look at it...

[@calebjarvis2054]

Just ordered the 629 model chambered in .44 Magnum. Does anyone know if I can get the fluted cylinder from s&w for this caliber???

[@Brandon_Sweeney]

I have a 686 plus 7x. have you ever had the issue with the adj screw on back of trigger scratching the back of the trigger guard???

[@Brandon_Sweeney]

I can see it sticking out on this 627... thoughts

[@louisdufour4106]

Who makes your holster and what model is it

[@TheOl1911]

That holster was made by a company called Lobo Gunleather. I had one made for a S&W 327 2" (enhanced pancake) a long time ago by the original owner and its a great holster. I think they still make good stuff. That one is just a pancake style holster. I actually gave it away a few years ago as I never carry this wheelie.

[@dickeymoore3662]

Can this be used without moonclips?

[@louisdufour4106]

Who made your holster

[@TookOrangeRan]

How to get a fluted cylinder like yours

[@chrissizemore745]

do they hav the 627 in stainless?

[@carloscerna1477]

Quiero un revólver igualito a este porfavorrrrr.........

[@keving52002]

Have you had any mishaps with the internal key lock on this weapon?

[@TheOl1911]

no but to be honest I do not shoot this wheelie much at all.

[@equipolosantrax57]

Is this revolver good for home defense? Maybe accurate @50 feet?

[@murrayadams6843]

I Am interested. In buying a 357 model Six twenty seven , where do I get one, my. Name is Murray adams

[@digitallove421]

Im looking for a kydex IWB for the 627 snub any help?

[@spencergeiger195]

Would you do a comparison video of this 627 vs the 327?

[@TheOl1911]

coming up next... I did do a vid and I'll upload it on saturday

[@johnjohn6548]

actually you can't put any type of magnum in it, not with that short cylinder

[@murrayadams6843]

Si do I find A model 627 percent three fifty seven magnum I am disabled , pleAse let Mex know, name is Murray adame

[@quickdubbs328]

I want 2 see the shooting video dude!

[@adaorodrigo8796]

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[@TheTrealKillaChizz]

How much they charge for the fluted cylinder?

[@Snowzersaurus]

For anyone wondering, I was quoted $250-$300 by S&W

[@SouthCarolinaMike]

I have the 629 same PC, and the sights I believe you were talking about is the D&L Sports. I love them and no you don't need a gunsmith to install them. dlsports dot com

[@TheOl1911]

yes those are them! I'd like to get them... are they readily available? My friend was saying something about he tried to order them but never got anywhere? Also was told he'd have to file down the front sight depending on the load?? Thanks

[@SouthCarolinaMike]

Ordered mine and got them in three days. Called and placed my order on a Friday and they arrived Monday morning, awesome CS and super helpful.

[@samhotstick13.28]

Love my 627, your videos help me decide on purchasing it, would like to replace front site, my older eyes have a hard time picking it up.any suggestions.

[@danharrison7500]

Molon Labe hi viz front sight works great on these.

[@samhotstick13.28]

dan harrison , thank you, ill look at that.

[@joeychokeahoe1]

Hey TheOl1911 I was trying to find your email to get in contact with you. Does anybody know what it is? If you’re reading this please respond thank you!

[@carloscernarodriquez6200]

Quiero una igual

[@erichiles9568]

nothing worse than a bad lier

[@adaorodrigo8796]

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[@olechuga2]

Sir, respectfully, too much personal BS in your "review" of this weapon.

[@alphaspartan]

That's basically how every vid on his channel is. He doesn't do reviews, he just enjoys filming vids and having a convo with the community like you're shooting the shit at the range with your buddies.

[@bravobear1844]

Well you can go watch Elmo

[@guaranteedprofitinvestment4046]

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