silverking
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642--LG-305 CT round butt--Mika pocket holster--38 special+p Federal Hydra-Shok--good to go.
Help me compare S&W Revolvers for CCW
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glockman19
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I too own both the 442 & 642. The reason is they're great guns and I couldn't decide on what one so I got both. I will be adding a S&W 640 shortly.
I have not had any issues with ragard to finish on either gun.
I prefer the 442/642 to the 637/8.
I have not had any issues with ragard to finish on either gun.
I prefer the 442/642 to the 637/8.
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Had a 642, but my wife stole it. 
I was so broken up about it, that I consoled myself with a Smith 940 (j-frame in 9mm). The 642 is great for carry, but the comparative weight of the steel j-frames is not that noticeable IMO. That said, I believe a j-frame is the perfect carry piece, not just BUG. It's what Mas Ayoob carries (442) BUT he also keeps an AR in his SUV - so I don't think he's worried.
I was so broken up about it, that I consoled myself with a Smith 940 (j-frame in 9mm). The 642 is great for carry, but the comparative weight of the steel j-frames is not that noticeable IMO. That said, I believe a j-frame is the perfect carry piece, not just BUG. It's what Mas Ayoob carries (442) BUT he also keeps an AR in his SUV - so I don't think he's worried.Commander Crusty
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So many people carry a .45 or a big 9mm for awhile, but then they end up REALLY carrying a little S&W revolver. I carry an Airweight (best combination of comfort and value), but could just as easily have chosen any steel frame 5 shot revolver (almost as easy to carry and certainly easier to shoot well).
As for the laser grips, OH YEAH!
If you have the money, you should buy them. Why? They don't hurt you at all, and have some powerful advantages: potentially better shot placement, especially on longer shots, ability to focus on the target, better understanding of trigger control and more.
I suggest you go to a BIG old gun store, handle everything from S&W, Ruger and Taurus, then buy what feel best. If you are recoil sensitive, rent some guns before you buy and see if, and how much, they hurt your hands.
Oh, oh, better idea!
Buy an Airweight 637 J-frame as a backup to your steel framed model 60 Smith! Put a little laser on the light one and a big laser on the heavy one. After all, you never know when you might stop by the range and need a gun for a friend to shoot!
As for the laser grips, OH YEAH!
If you have the money, you should buy them. Why? They don't hurt you at all, and have some powerful advantages: potentially better shot placement, especially on longer shots, ability to focus on the target, better understanding of trigger control and more.
I suggest you go to a BIG old gun store, handle everything from S&W, Ruger and Taurus, then buy what feel best. If you are recoil sensitive, rent some guns before you buy and see if, and how much, they hurt your hands.
Oh, oh, better idea!
Buy an Airweight 637 J-frame as a backup to your steel framed model 60 Smith! Put a little laser on the light one and a big laser on the heavy one. After all, you never know when you might stop by the range and need a gun for a friend to shoot!
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