642 Club Part Deux
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AStone
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The SW 642 is a fine, small, ultralight SD revolvers.
It makes a fine accompaniment/bug for mods 686, 340, 65, 60, etc.
IMO, of course.
It makes a fine accompaniment/bug for mods 686, 340, 65, 60, etc.
IMO, of course.
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AStone
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The walls in the new house are nice, but kinda bare.
Hey, here's a pic we could hang.
Title: Batman & Robin.
Subjects: 65 & 642.
Photographer: Nem A. Tocyst.
Prices:
Original: $642
Prints: $64.20
64.2% discount for club members
Added by edit: As readers will learn below, some good-natured "confusion"
has arisen (even been created!) about that offer. Thus, just to make sure:
1) It's a joke. Nothing for sale.
2) If there was something for sale, it'd be an original photo and prints of it, not the guns pictured in the image.
3) See 1.
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glockman19
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The Smith Family
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Mongo the Mutterer
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ardito40 said:
ardito40, here is a suggestion. My wife has carried a Coronado Hobo (in black) for two years, and loves it. We went to the NRA convention in St. Louis this year and she looked through the CC purses, and still likes the Coronado.
The main reason is that she can lock the zipper for the gun pouch. When she leaves the purse (at work, home with friends, family functions) it is locked. When she exits her location she unlocks it with a key she wears around her neck and hides in her ample (!)
bosoms.1BLINDREF
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Agreed!
Brothers with different fathers
642 questions
642 questions
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Dear 642ers:
(Someone suggested I pose these questions here. I found the original thread and saw that it was closed. I read many of the posts on that thread but I would prefer not to have to real through to find the answers to the questions below. If some of you experts could help me with these I would be most appreciative. Thanks)
First of all, I am not a "gun guru" and the only other gun I have is a Glock 17. I want to purchase a 642 because of its small, lightweight size and its dependability as a revolver. Can someone help me with these questions?
1. Are there various types of 642's? In some of the previous threads I see 642-1's, 642-2,s, etc. What does this mean?
2. I see some mention of lock and pre-lock models. What does this mean and is one better than the other one.
3. I went to my local gun store and looked at a stock 642 and a 642 with crimson trace laser grips. The latter seemed more comfortable in my hand, but it was also more expensive. Is the laser something worthwhile to have or would I be better off buying some type of aftermarket grip. Can I have your opinions on what grips to buy if you don't recommend the laser grips. Is the laser grip more difficult to conceal since the grip is larger?
4. I saw some mention of steel cylinders and titanium cylinders. Do I need to specify this when I purchase my 642.
5. What type of holster would you recommend?
I am glad I found this forum and I will let everyone know when I get my 642. Thanks to anyone who can give my your input on the above questions.
642 questions
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Dear 642ers:
(Someone suggested I pose these questions here. I found the original thread and saw that it was closed. I read many of the posts on that thread but I would prefer not to have to real through to find the answers to the questions below. If some of you experts could help me with these I would be most appreciative. Thanks)
First of all, I am not a "gun guru" and the only other gun I have is a Glock 17. I want to purchase a 642 because of its small, lightweight size and its dependability as a revolver. Can someone help me with these questions?
1. Are there various types of 642's? In some of the previous threads I see 642-1's, 642-2,s, etc. What does this mean?
2. I see some mention of lock and pre-lock models. What does this mean and is one better than the other one.
3. I went to my local gun store and looked at a stock 642 and a 642 with crimson trace laser grips. The latter seemed more comfortable in my hand, but it was also more expensive. Is the laser something worthwhile to have or would I be better off buying some type of aftermarket grip. Can I have your opinions on what grips to buy if you don't recommend the laser grips. Is the laser grip more difficult to conceal since the grip is larger?
4. I saw some mention of steel cylinders and titanium cylinders. Do I need to specify this when I purchase my 642.
5. What type of holster would you recommend?
I am glad I found this forum and I will let everyone know when I get my 642. Thanks to anyone who can give my your input on the above questions.
Ala Dan
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I'm still hanging a'round, with my 442 and 642~!
sixgunner455
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Boatman:
1 - the 642, like all Smith & Wesson revolvers, has been updated from time to time. Every since they started using model numbers (about 1957, IIRC), when they update a model, they -1, -2, to differentiate between the updates. The 642-1 and -2 are +p capable, the 642 no dash will not thank you long term for +p.
2- The 642-2 has a keyed integral lock that prevents firing, but allows the gun to be loaded and unloaded normally. Some people don't like that lock, nor the fact that, currently, the gun is not available without it.
3- there are many, many different grips available. If you like the one with the lazer, great. Nobody else can pick your grip for you, since nobody else has your hand to use to pick it out with. If I were new to the snubby, and got a lazer grip, I would not shoot it with the lazer until I could hit reliably without it. Then I would learn the lazer and use it for low light shooting. My gun does not have a lazer. I use a flashlight instead.
4 - The 642 has a stainless steel cylinder and barrel, and aluminum alloy frame. Other models of S&W revolvers in the same frame size have titanium replacing some or all of the steel in some of those parts, to save weight. They'll kick harder and are much more expensive. I would not get one, but instead stick with the 640 (all steel, more weight) or 642.
5 - I use a Galco pocket holster, a Smartcarry deep concealment holster, and sometimes an Uncle Mike's pocket holster. I do not use a belt holster with this gun.
1 - the 642, like all Smith & Wesson revolvers, has been updated from time to time. Every since they started using model numbers (about 1957, IIRC), when they update a model, they -1, -2, to differentiate between the updates. The 642-1 and -2 are +p capable, the 642 no dash will not thank you long term for +p.
2- The 642-2 has a keyed integral lock that prevents firing, but allows the gun to be loaded and unloaded normally. Some people don't like that lock, nor the fact that, currently, the gun is not available without it.
3- there are many, many different grips available. If you like the one with the lazer, great. Nobody else can pick your grip for you, since nobody else has your hand to use to pick it out with. If I were new to the snubby, and got a lazer grip, I would not shoot it with the lazer until I could hit reliably without it. Then I would learn the lazer and use it for low light shooting. My gun does not have a lazer. I use a flashlight instead.
4 - The 642 has a stainless steel cylinder and barrel, and aluminum alloy frame. Other models of S&W revolvers in the same frame size have titanium replacing some or all of the steel in some of those parts, to save weight. They'll kick harder and are much more expensive. I would not get one, but instead stick with the 640 (all steel, more weight) or 642.
5 - I use a Galco pocket holster, a Smartcarry deep concealment holster, and sometimes an Uncle Mike's pocket holster. I do not use a belt holster with this gun.
TonyB
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going to the range in an hour and bringing the 642,mostly for a buddy to try,but after reading this,I'm gonna put some rounds through it too....
Dirtypacman
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Just keeping in the mix - part 2.
FireCaptDave
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Simply Rugged Holsters and Ammo Carriers
Does anyone have any experience with these folks? Prices look good and I like that their holster rides high and close (looks like the "Silver Dollar Pancake" is the one for J-frames.)
http://simplyrugged.com/index.html
Does anyone have any experience with these folks? Prices look good and I like that their holster rides high and close (looks like the "Silver Dollar Pancake" is the one for J-frames.)
http://simplyrugged.com/index.html
AStone
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OK, I'll give you $642.00 for both of them! With my 64.2% club discount, I think I finally got my good deal.
Oh, no ... wait ... I didn't mean ... er, I mean, no wait ... ____________
On another note, JT, when I looked at your house warming wall photos
(very nice, by the way; and so are B'ref's),
I realized that I've been remembering your "speed strip formula" incorrectly.
I've been calling a JT'ized speed strip a "2+3", but it's a "2 + 2".
Was it that way from the beginning, or have you changed it recently?
(Dang, I guess I'd better get back over and read the club archives and brush up on things ...
and maybe I can find my lost speed strip while I'm over there.)
Mongo, thanks for the info. I just went and checked, and sure enough, my purse's concealed compartment also locks! I hadn't noticed that! Mine is from CCW Supply and is called "Elan". I haven't even had an opportunity to try my 642 in it yet (I'm a full-time college student). The purse is larger than I usually carry (I'm only 5'1"), but it has enough pockets and compartments to please me.
jt1 - Remember, I'm a newbie. In your 2nd "picture gift" to Nem I can, of course, identify the gun and the speed strip, but what are the rest? Also, I agree that you should take Nem up on his offer! Talk about a good deal! That's even better than I got!
Nem - Sorry, you put it in writing. We all saw it.
jt1 - Remember, I'm a newbie. In your 2nd "picture gift" to Nem I can, of course, identify the gun and the speed strip, but what are the rest? Also, I agree that you should take Nem up on his offer! Talk about a good deal! That's even better than I got!
Nem - Sorry, you put it in writing. We all saw it.
JIMNSC
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Where was I??
I wanted to get in on page one too - but I get when you snooze - you lose!
I wanted to get in on page one too - but I get when you snooze - you lose!
fiVe
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My contribution to the new digs
The 642 and its ancestor J-Frame, a Model 36-1 Chief's Special with 3" pinned barrel.
The 642 and its ancestor J-Frame, a Model 36-1 Chief's Special with 3" pinned barrel.
Nem - The speed strip 2+3 was originally posted by symr00, it is here:
http://thehighroad.org/showpost.php?p=2753560&postcount=913
I tried it and found I could do better with a 2+2 configuration, my original report is here: http://www.thehighroad.org/showpost.php?p=3323146&postcount=2727
Nem - Post script edits? Not very high road, but it's ok. I just talked to Robert and canceled my new Batman and Robin round cuts.
ardito40 - About the photo, at the top is an E2D flashlight from Surefire. An excellent self-defense light, bright enough to temporarily blind a threat, and configured as a striking weapon as well. A really good flashlight is one of the best SD accessories you can have. To the right is a SOG PEII, a large primary knife. At the bottom is a Ka-bar TDI, this is a small weapon retention knife, to protect your primary weapon in CQC and as a back-up.
http://thehighroad.org/showpost.php?p=2753560&postcount=913
I tried it and found I could do better with a 2+2 configuration, my original report is here: http://www.thehighroad.org/showpost.php?p=3323146&postcount=2727
ardito40 said:
Nem - Post script edits? Not very high road, but it's ok. I just talked to Robert and canceled my new Batman and Robin round cuts.
ardito40 - About the photo, at the top is an E2D flashlight from Surefire. An excellent self-defense light, bright enough to temporarily blind a threat, and configured as a striking weapon as well. A really good flashlight is one of the best SD accessories you can have. To the right is a SOG PEII, a large primary knife. At the bottom is a Ka-bar TDI, this is a small weapon retention knife, to protect your primary weapon in CQC and as a back-up.
AStone
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Nem - Post script edits? Not very high road, but it's ok. I just talked to Robert and canceled my new Batman and Robin round cuts.
blackwind Jeff
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The new thread
Chiming in again, never have much to say, but always lots to read. Glad to be a part of the old and new threads. Debating on whether or not to hang a pic of my 642 on the wall here, but you know what it looks like. Think I'd rather wait till it has a 442 with it, now that will be fun stuph.
If it hasn't been said already, here's something I noticed.
Nem from post #36:
LOLZ (and I wear lollerskates)
If it has been said then I'm blind, and Nem, you're going to have to hook me up with your blackest coffee.
Ah, what the heck. How can I not be proud of my 642 especially with an SN like this: http://www.thehighroad.org/attachment.php?attachmentid=64388&d=1190506694 Now if my name were Dave it would be cooler. Death & Vengeance? Well, I just got home from work and the first thing I thought of was actually Dental & Vision. Sleep is in order.
Chiming in again, never have much to say, but always lots to read. Glad to be a part of the old and new threads. Debating on whether or not to hang a pic of my 642 on the wall here, but you know what it looks like. Think I'd rather wait till it has a 442 with it, now that will be fun stuph.
If it hasn't been said already, here's something I noticed.
Nem from post #36:
So, is the old 642 Club thread like a 642-2, and the new 642 Club thread like a 642-1?
LOLZ (and I wear lollerskates)If it has been said then I'm blind, and Nem, you're going to have to hook me up with your blackest coffee.
Ah, what the heck. How can I not be proud of my 642 especially with an SN like this: http://www.thehighroad.org/attachment.php?attachmentid=64388&d=1190506694 Now if my name were Dave it would be cooler. Death & Vengeance? Well, I just got home from work and the first thing I thought of was actually Dental & Vision. Sleep is in order.
DAdams
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Still Around
Thanks for your kind words of encouragement. I have been around, just on a hiatus for a few days.
I have had my therapy :banghead: and am now Mod(errated). Ready to rejoin the general populace.
Dr. Nem A. Tocyst and I will be meeting periodically to get me over my rough spots.
Anger management, paranoia , and other associated psychosis. 
The place is looking good and I like the style and artwork you have all selected. Must be HGTV is working.
The Engineer in me indicates we need a touch of Post Modern Industrial look.
Thanks for your kind words of encouragement. I have been around, just on a hiatus for a few days.
I have had my therapy :banghead: and am now Mod(errated). Ready to rejoin the general populace.
Dr. Nem A. Tocyst and I will be meeting periodically to get me over my rough spots.
Anger management, paranoia , and other associated psychosis. The place is looking good and I like the style and artwork you have all selected. Must be HGTV is working.
The Engineer in me indicates we need a touch of Post Modern Industrial look.
fiVe
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DA!
So glad you're here.
So glad you're here.
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