But in some cases they don't, the model 19 being an example. Your sensible solution of using modest loads is the best answer.
One way or another used parts will probably be around for a long time, but they are going to get increasingly expensive.
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But in some cases they don't, the model 19 being an example. Your sensible solution of using modest loads is the best answer.
One way or another used parts will probably be around for a long time, but they are going to get increasingly expensive.
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Yes, it makes sense to use "Sensible Loads". For most people, that means 38 specials. If i wanted a 38 special, I could have bought a model 10 or similar. I think it is safe to say that as long as you use SAAMI approved/rated 357 mag loads; be it factory or reloads; that you can shoot all the 357 mag you want to out of a "K" frame. If by very slim chance, you some how wear it out, S&W will repair or replace it. later... Mike...
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Given that the gun belongs to you you can of course shoot all the ammo out of it that you want. But it will also accelerate the wear, depending of course on how much of and what you shoot. As I said before not all .357 loads are made equally, some are hunting loads, some for range work and some for self defense. A good deal of difference tween a hunting load and one meant for CAS.
Yes J,K,L and N frames are all rated for .357 but the N and L frames are stronger guns than the J and K. They are stronger because they are thicker in critical areas where the higher presssure of the .357 promotes wear and stress (reference Stainz comments). Single action wheelguns built for the .357 are stronger still.
The K frame .357s are good strong guns and will last for many decades if well maintained and used as intended.
Matching the load to the purpose and that again to the gun takes a little bit of thought. I prefer my hunting loads to go in a stronger gun than the K frame. I do this because the gun is stronger than the K frame evan though the K is lighter on the hip and just as easy to hold. The extra weight on the N also soaks up the increased recoil from the more powerful loads.
Just my opinion, based on my experience and keeping my eyes open.
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Given that the gun belongs to you you can of course shoot all the ammo out of it that you want. But it will also accelerate the wear, depending of course on how much of and what you shoot. As I said before not all .357 loads are made equally, some are hunting loads, some for range work and some for self defense. A good deal of difference tween a hunting load and one meant for CAS.
Yes J,K,L and N frames are all rated for .357 but the N and L frames are stronger guns than the J and K. They are stronger because they are thicker in critical areas where the higher presssure of the .357 promotes wear and stress (reference Stainz comments). Single action wheelguns built for the .357 are stronger still.
The K frame .357s are good strong guns and will last for many decades if well maintained and used as intended.
Matching the load to the purpose and that again to the gun takes a little bit of thought. I prefer my hunting loads to go in a stronger gun than the K frame. I do this because the gun is stronger than the K frame evan though the K is lighter on the hip and just as easy to hold. The extra weight on the N also soaks up the increased recoil from the more powerful loads.
Just my opinion, based on my experience and keeping my eyes open.
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Nothing weak about the K frames. They are stronger than the J and not as strong as the L and Ns. S&W continued to sell them alongside the others till sales slipped to the point they were no longer as profitable as they had been so they dropped some great guns. Nothing "strange" about that at all. They did the same with the I frames (the old 22/32 Kit Guns were a joy) a decade or two earlier. They were making guns in .38 S&W long after they produced guns in .38 Spl. They made the .38/44 for a few decades after the .357 was introduced. For all of these, as the market faded they phased them out.
K frames are strong guns in normal use. They are not as strong IMHO as the Ruger GP100 or a Blackhawk or an N frame or a Colt SAA in .357. "So why can't I shoot all the full house loads I want to out of my M13? After all it's rated for all factory .357!" Well go ahead. No one can stop you and I wouldn't want to try or desire to just don't be all mad at S&W or curse out K or J frame .357s if the piece wears out a tad earlier than you might like.
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K frames are strong guns in normal use. They are not as strong IMHO as the Ruger GP100 or a Blackhawk or an N frame or a Colt SAA in .357. "So why can't I shoot all the full house loads I want to out of my M13? After all it's rated for all factory .357!" Well go ahead. No one can stop you and I wouldn't want to try or desire to just don't be all mad at S&W or curse out K or J frame .357s if the piece wears out a tad earlier than you might like.
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