Mateba Autorevolver vs Smith & Wesson Model 629

1995–2005

1978–present

~5,000 units estimated (hand‑assembled in limited batches)

Unknown

254 mm (10.0 in) with standard barrel

305mm (12 in) with 6-inch barrel

152 mm (6.0 in) standard; 203 mm (8.0 in) optional long barrel

152mm (6 in), 215mm (8 3/8 in)

1.45 kg (3.2 lb) empty

1,361g (48 oz) with 6-inch barrel

6 rounds (standard cylinder)

6 rounds cylinder

Short‑stroke recoil‑operated slide that moves barrel and cylinder forward to cock hammer and rotate cylinder; semi‑automatic operation with manual trigger pull for each shot

Double-action / Single-action

Single‑action trigger; hammer cocked by recoil system, providing a light, crisp pull

Double/Single action

Fixed rear notch and front blade; optional adjustable rear sight available on long‑barrel models

Adjustable rear, red ramp front