Which j-frame .38 Special? - Page 3

MLeake · May 20, 2011, 08:36 AM

I like my 442, but once the Apex 9lb trigger kit arrives and gets installed, I suspect I will like it even more.

Shrek303 · May 21, 2011, 11:30 PM

These j - frames are amazing .. Bought one for my wife... She loves it!!! The+p is a good addition to it... I love the feel compare to others I tried or
Maybe this is the 1st revolver I owned...

Kevinch · May 22, 2011, 08:18 AM

I voted for what I own: S&W 642.

ScottieG59 · May 22, 2011, 04:08 PM

There is no doubt Smith & Wesson rules in the J frame revolvers. I have an old 649 (no dash) that I have had for decades. It is a great little gun. I may get the new 357 version out now. Still, the all steel 649 is heavy.

I recently bought a Ruger LCR 38 Special +P. I added a Crinsom Trace grip laser ($50 rebate still on). I find I can actually carry the LCR in a pocket holster and it really does not print through. The cylinder has a unique shape that does not show much. I have actually started to carry the LCR more than my other guns, now that I can hit things better with it. It took a couple trips to the range to feel comfortable about my accuracy with the LCR.

I also bought the Speer short barrel ammo. It should help minimize being blinded by firing at night. You should try night fire to really appreciate how tough it can be. The laser helps in low light and in maintaining a good aim while squeezing the trigger. Remember not to short stroke the LCR trigger; the release requires the trigger to go all the way forward.

spearman · May 24, 2011, 12:17 PM

From personal experience don't get the Taurus.Mine fell apart in my hand this past Sunday and Taurus is charging me for parts.The warranty is only good if I send them the gun.I'll buy the parts[less than $10,just p*ssed of on principle]and fix it myself rather than wait 4 months.Never again.

Naby · May 24, 2011, 12:38 PM

The trigger on the LCR is amazing compared to my 340 M&P with a factory trigger job.

View Poll Results: Which snubbie
S&W 642	51	45.95%
S&W 442	27	24.32%
Bodyguard .38	18	16.22%
Ruger LCR .38	20	18.02%
Taurus 85 UL	5	4.50%
Multiple Choice Poll. Voters: 111. You may not vote on this poll

May 21, 2011, 11:30 PM	#52
Shrek303 Junior Member Join Date: April 21, 2011 Location: Liberty,mo Posts: 5	S&W bodyguard .38 with insight laser These j - frames are amazing .. Bought one for my wife... She loves it!!! The+p is a good addition to it... I love the feel compare to others I tried or Maybe this is the 1st revolver I owned...

May 22, 2011, 08:18 AM	#53
Kevinch Senior Member Join Date: February 6, 2001 Location: NE OH. Posts: 828	I voted for what I own: S&W 642. __________________ ...arms...discourage and keep the invader and plunderer in awe, and preserve order in the world as well as property. ...Horrid mischief would ensue were (the law abiding) deprived the use of them. --Thomas Paine

May 22, 2011, 04:08 PM	#54
ScottieG59 Member Join Date: December 22, 2010 Location: Kansas Posts: 61	Personal preference rules here There is no doubt Smith & Wesson rules in the J frame revolvers. I have an old 649 (no dash) that I have had for decades. It is a great little gun. I may get the new 357 version out now. Still, the all steel 649 is heavy. I recently bought a Ruger LCR 38 Special +P. I added a Crinsom Trace grip laser ($50 rebate still on). I find I can actually carry the LCR in a pocket holster and it really does not print through. The cylinder has a unique shape that does not show much. I have actually started to carry the LCR more than my other guns, now that I can hit things better with it. It took a couple trips to the range to feel comfortable about my accuracy with the LCR. I also bought the Speer short barrel ammo. It should help minimize being blinded by firing at night. You should try night fire to really appreciate how tough it can be. The laser helps in low light and in maintaining a good aim while squeezing the trigger. Remember not to short stroke the LCR trigger; the release requires the trigger to go all the way forward.

May 20, 2011, 08:36 AM	#51
MLeake Senior Member Join Date: November 15, 2007 Location: Outside KC, MO Posts: 10,128	I like my 442, but once the Apex 9lb trigger kit arrives and gets installed, I suspect I will like it even more.

May 24, 2011, 12:17 PM	#55
spearman Member Join Date: March 17, 2010 Posts: 47	From personal experience don't get the Taurus.Mine fell apart in my hand this past Sunday and Taurus is charging me for parts.The warranty is only good if I send them the gun.I'll buy the parts[less than $10,just p*ssed of on principle]and fix it myself rather than wait 4 months.Never again.

May 24, 2011, 12:38 PM	#56
Naby Member Join Date: January 26, 2011 Location: Florida Posts: 50	The trigger on the LCR is amazing compared to my 340 M&P with a factory trigger job.