I had a smith 27 - 2 and a 29 - 2.
When I held a 625 - 2 with the round butt I thought it was made for me.
I still have all 3 smiths but go to the round butt 625 the most.
Also I have a old 3 screw blackhawk and have no complaints about the factory grips.
Thought it took a couple of years for the grip shape to feel natural.
I am considering model 97 in 357. Or maybe the 44 special.
Anyway I do like to shoot the lighter loads.
Can somebody describe the differences in gripping and shooting a round butt FA 97 please.
I am going to order a 97. Which one to buy?
Any opinions welcome...
Last edited by tikka3006; 03/27/10.