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S+W 642
dreher
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I'm thinking about buying a snubbie revolver. I prefer revolvers to the small autos as I am sure it will go bang when I pull the trigger. I'm thinking about a S+W 642. It is light weight, hammerless (less snagging problems), not blue, a serious consideration if, like me, you are a sweater. Also I live in SC. Sweat is real normal 5 monthes out of the year.
Anybody got any other thoughts about small, concealable, sweat resistance revolvers?
I'm open to suggestions that I can factor into my thinking.
I'm feeling my age tonight. Time to go to bed. Will check your replies in the morning.
Anybody got any other thoughts about small, concealable, sweat resistance revolvers?
I'm open to suggestions that I can factor into my thinking.
I'm feeling my age tonight. Time to go to bed. Will check your replies in the morning.
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OK. Now I'm heading to bed.
You cant go wrong with one or two!
Now I'm really heading for bed!!
The 638 is better why?
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Probably so you can use it single action.
I carry a Centennial: you have made an excellent choice, my friend!
+1 , not only is it a no snag, you can shoot it from inside a pocket, or purse for the ladies if needed, you cant do that effectively with any other type of pistol, or revolver
Mine stays in the front pocket 100% unless I'm shooting it.
It is very light, and will disapear in jacket pockets, ankle holsters, even front pockets of jeans hide it pretty well. The +P has plenty of power, and its nice to just practice with reg. 38 as extended range sessions with this thing do become hard on you. If you really want to you can even fire single action as you can pull the trigger to the full cock and it lightens slightly (allowing you to rest somewhat) before you pull for the final shot.
I highly reccomend this revolver, I carry mine every day.
I have the 642 with the ported barrel, I sure like it.