Problem with S&W 629

[luchador768]

The cylinder on my new 629 is VERY sticky. It takes a fair amount of force to get it to open. Should I go directly to S&W or to a local smith?
Thanks in advance,
Peter

[c good]

How many rounds through it? Also, sticky after cylinder disengages and swings out or just sticky to get it to unlock? First check for gunk under the extractor star. Then check to make sure ejector rod is tight (reverse thread). Then check that thumb cylinder release screw is tight. Next make sure cylinder bolt/plunger? (spring loaded thingy on extractor star that locks into frame) is lubed and plunges freely. If all these don't correct problem, send it back to S&W, especially if it's new. HTH c good

[luchador768]

Zero rounds, my baby is brand new. Nothing appears to be binding. I will go on a tightening mission tonight.
Peter

[SCMA-1]

It's usually the ejector rod that loosens and backs out; like the previous guy said, it's reverse threaded.

SCMA-1

[c good]

I put a little dab of grease on the cylinder plunger thingy and also on the front of ejector rod where it locks into the frame. Check the front frame plunger pin too to see if it's lubed. I use a little oil on this one to help it go into the frame nice and smooth. HTH c good

[luchador768]

Another problem solved by CalGuns.net! Thanks again fellas!
Peter

[SCMA-1]

Another problem solved by CalGuns.net! Thanks again fellas!
Peter

Excellent! Now go shoot that puppy and let us know what you think.

SCMA-1

[c good]

Good Going! What was causing the trouble? (loose ejector rod right?) c good

[luchador768]

Good Going! What was causing the trouble? (loose ejector rod right?) c good

Ding Ding!