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Lonestar its an average price I've seen them go for around $950 or so with the CT grips in my area,and then there is sales tax so I'd say its not a bad price. Now if its a $1,000 + tax that may be a bit to high I think.
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Welcome. I would not hesitate to purchase a 340 now. The model has been in production for over two years. If you get one with issues, it will be a assembly line issue and not a fundamental design flaw. The design is sound.
Mine was $779 with factory CT including shipping 2.5 years ago, just for reference.
Keep your eye on or contact Shooters Firearms toll free 866-904-guns.
They typically have some of the best 340/360 prices I have seen and a couple of folks on this thread got theirs from Shooters.
Right now they don't seem to be advertising 340s, but they had up to 50 units a few weeks ago. Prices now on a 360, $630 w/o CT grip. Hence I would guess with CT/factory around 875 perhaps. Plus transfer.
http://www.shootersjax.com/
Bud's is out of stock right now, but their last price for a 340 w/CT. $901.
www.budsgunshop.com
You might also try www.randyshuntingcenter.com
They are in Michigan and that is where I got mine. Positive buying experience. No problems over two years ago.
Welcome. I would not hesitate to purchase a 340 now. The model has been in production for over two years. If you get one with issues, it will be a assembly line issue and not a fundamental design flaw. The design is sound.
Mine was $779 with factory CT including shipping 2.5 years ago, just for reference.
Keep your eye on or contact Shooters Firearms toll free 866-904-guns.
They typically have some of the best 340/360 prices I have seen and a couple of folks on this thread got theirs from Shooters.
Right now they don't seem to be advertising 340s, but they had up to 50 units a few weeks ago. Prices now on a 360, $630 w/o CT grip. Hence I would guess with CT/factory around 875 perhaps. Plus transfer.
http://www.shootersjax.com/
Bud's is out of stock right now, but their last price for a 340 w/CT. $901.
www.budsgunshop.com
You might also try www.randyshuntingcenter.com
They are in Michigan and that is where I got mine. Positive buying experience. No problems over two years ago.
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Hello 340 'ers
I just want to participate, and be a part of this elite club of 340 owners. I have a 340PD scandium that I purchased when they first became available several years ago. It has been my every day, go everywhere carry piece since I bought it. Even if I decide to carry my Springfield EMP 9mm the 340 is always in my pocket.
All I can really say is, it's a great lil hand cannon and I'm glad to see such an interest and the number of people who own them in this thread.
I just want to participate, and be a part of this elite club of 340 owners. I have a 340PD scandium that I purchased when they first became available several years ago. It has been my every day, go everywhere carry piece since I bought it. Even if I decide to carry my Springfield EMP 9mm the 340 is always in my pocket.
All I can really say is, it's a great lil hand cannon and I'm glad to see such an interest and the number of people who own them in this thread.
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Hi DAdams I have a question regarding my M&P340's lock(no not what you think,lOL). I've attached a pic the gun isn't mine but my 340's lock looks just like the one in the pic. If you notice the lock's key hole looks like it protruding from the frame at its rear.DAdams is this normal? I believe it is as my guns key hole is the same and I've compared to some other 340 M&P pics I've found and they all look this way. So is this normal DAams? My gun is a brand new gun and the lock has not been touched,thanks for any help.
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had a 340PD in my pocket for 4+ years, everyday ALWAYS, yes the highspots on the finish is worn, I blow the dust bunnies out it monthy....even with the bunnies it still goes BANG!
much perfer the 340 to any of my other pocket guns(and I got alot of em)
much perfer the 340 to any of my other pocket guns(and I got alot of em)
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Well, I ordered an M&P 340 from jaxshooters on friday night! I got one without the crimson trace grip, figuring I can buy one seperately later if I want. It was about $700 after shipping.
I also ordered 250 rounds of Ultramax 130gr remanufactured 38 special, and 100 rounds each Corbon DPX 125gr and Speer Gold Dot 135gr Short Barrel .357 mag. I'm looking forward to trying it all out.
I also ordered 250 rounds of Ultramax 130gr remanufactured 38 special, and 100 rounds each Corbon DPX 125gr and Speer Gold Dot 135gr Short Barrel .357 mag. I'm looking forward to trying it all out.
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Mine looks the same as yours. Having said that I checked my 642, which is perhaps 6 months older and it is almost flush all the way around. Go figure.
I suspect that without the close up shot you can barely detect it?
Landpimp and Big Wes. Welcome to the lightweight J Frame Club.
If the M&P 340 hadn't come out, I would have probably acquired a PD.
LoneStarWings. Congrats on the new 340, glad the Jacksonville folks were able to help you out and yes, you can always add CT grips of your choice.
If you have a few extra bucks kicking around, (around $20) try a set of Hogue Monogrips. Great way to get comfy with the 340.
Did the Jacks folks have the .357 SGDFSB?
Mine looks the same as yours. Having said that I checked my 642, which is perhaps 6 months older and it is almost flush all the way around. Go figure.
I suspect that without the close up shot you can barely detect it?
Landpimp and Big Wes. Welcome to the lightweight J Frame Club.
If the M&P 340 hadn't come out, I would have probably acquired a PD.
LoneStarWings. Congrats on the new 340, glad the Jacksonville folks were able to help you out and yes, you can always add CT grips of your choice.
If you have a few extra bucks kicking around, (around $20) try a set of Hogue Monogrips. Great way to get comfy with the 340.
Did the Jacks folks have the .357 SGDFSB?
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Nah, natchezss.com had the gold dots. I'll check out the hogues, thanks.
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Indeed, Natchez does have the elusive .357 SGDFSB 135 gr. PN23917
At $29.40 per box plus shipping I am going to pass; since I have a few boxes on hand, but at least it exists. If it were $20 plus shipping I would pick up a couple.
http://www.natchezss.com/Ammo.cfm?c...gr Gold Dot HP Short Barrel Ammunition 20/box
At $29.40 per box plus shipping I am going to pass; since I have a few boxes on hand, but at least it exists. If it were $20 plus shipping I would pick up a couple.
http://www.natchezss.com/Ammo.cfm?c...gr Gold Dot HP Short Barrel Ammunition 20/box
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DAdams yes mine is not really noticeable unless you look at the gun from the back and look closely. That being said the gun in the picture isn't mine but my 340M&P's lock looks exactly like that one in the picture,so I take it this isn't an issue then?
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IMO no. It is not an issue. Mine is the same. If the revolver fires and the lock works with the key then I would consider it good to go.
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Picked mine up today! Great, although I must say I'm not accurate with it at all Which isn't unexpected as this is the first time I've ever fired a revolver (except for a single six .22lr 20 years ago).
I gave mine a quick cleaning then took it to the range. I fired 50 rounds of .38 special and 30 rounds .357 magnum.
First off, my take on the recoil. The .38 specials were really nothing, no more than the recoil out of my .40 full size, maybe less. I was prepared for my hand to practically get blown off and the pistol to fly across the room when I fired .357 mag. I was amazed and how tame the first magnum shot I fired was (gold dot short barrel .357). By the third shot I was starting to feel it pretty good, but nothing that stopped me from finishing the cylinder. I cycled between the .357's and .38's, firing about 10 .38's for every 5 magnums. I really couldn't tell a difference in recoil between the 125gr Corbon DPX .357's and 135gr Gold Dot Short Barrel .357's. It was pretty cool watching the blue flame when firing the magnums. No crimp jump, as I checked the 5th round of the first 4 magnum loads.
My groups were consistently high and to the right......firing at 7 yards most of my shots were in a 6" circle centered about 5" above and to the right of the target. In my dry fire at home I noticed the muzzle shifting to that same place.....I think the key for me will be putting more of my finger through the trigger guard, whereas on my autos I try to use just the tip (this doesn't really work with the heavier double action pull). My dry fire sight picture seemed to stay steadier when I put my finger on the trigger almost all the way to the first joint with the 340.
When I switched to my .40 the normaly moderate trigger pull on the M&P .40 seemed like nothing! I was getting the most accurate double taps I've ever fired with my semi auto after firing the 340, so it's definitely good for my marksmanship.
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A little nick on the finish, not that it matters, as this will be a carry gun, not a safe queen:
Which isn't unexpected as this is the first time I've ever fired a revolver (except for a single six .22lr 20 years ago).I gave mine a quick cleaning then took it to the range. I fired 50 rounds of .38 special and 30 rounds .357 magnum.
First off, my take on the recoil. The .38 specials were really nothing, no more than the recoil out of my .40 full size, maybe less. I was prepared for my hand to practically get blown off and the pistol to fly across the room when I fired .357 mag. I was amazed and how tame the first magnum shot I fired was (gold dot short barrel .357). By the third shot I was starting to feel it pretty good, but nothing that stopped me from finishing the cylinder. I cycled between the .357's and .38's, firing about 10 .38's for every 5 magnums. I really couldn't tell a difference in recoil between the 125gr Corbon DPX .357's and 135gr Gold Dot Short Barrel .357's. It was pretty cool watching the blue flame when firing the magnums. No crimp jump, as I checked the 5th round of the first 4 magnum loads.
My groups were consistently high and to the right......firing at 7 yards most of my shots were in a 6" circle centered about 5" above and to the right of the target. In my dry fire at home I noticed the muzzle shifting to that same place.....I think the key for me will be putting more of my finger through the trigger guard, whereas on my autos I try to use just the tip (this doesn't really work with the heavier double action pull). My dry fire sight picture seemed to stay steadier when I put my finger on the trigger almost all the way to the first joint with the 340.
When I switched to my .40 the normaly moderate trigger pull on the M&P .40 seemed like nothing! I was getting the most accurate double taps I've ever fired with my semi auto after firing the 340, so it's definitely good for my marksmanship.
A few photos:
A little nick on the finish, not that it matters, as this will be a carry gun, not a safe queen:
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Lonestar I'm glad you got your 340 M&P its great isn't it? I love it at the range when you get a look from all the guys with the tacticool 16 shot autos. Its like they are thinking "oh he's only got a .38 snub nose,and then BANG! LOL.
They know after the first magnum round that this little gun is something more than a .38special,the next looks you get are priceless ;-)
Glad you like you new 340M&P.
They know after the first magnum round that this little gun is something more than a .38special,the next looks you get are priceless ;-)
Glad you like you new 340M&P.
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The great thing about a .357 mag snub belly gun designed for those UCP (up close and personal) situations is this: you don't have to be accurate with it.
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Yeah, it is a pretty nice range toy, and I certainly wouldn't want to be in the lane next to me when I'm firing .357's. I'd imagine it'll sting you with some powder particulates.
True. I think now that I've dry fired it, attained the proper feel for the trigger and what part it's best to touch the trigger with, I'll have a lot more success with my shots. Don't get me wrong, my 7 yard shots were hits on a man-sized target, but I'd like to see the groups close up to 3-4 inches at those distances, a little closer to what I can do with my semis.
True. I think now that I've dry fired it, attained the proper feel for the trigger and what part it's best to touch the trigger with, I'll have a lot more success with my shots. Don't get me wrong, my 7 yard shots were hits on a man-sized target, but I'd like to see the groups close up to 3-4 inches at those distances, a little closer to what I can do with my semis.
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Lonestar keep practicing you 'll shrink those groups soon enough. I'm getting better at trigger control on my 340 dry dry firing as well and I can see a difference at the range as well. The trigger on these guns is smoother than other J-frames out of the in my opinion. I'm still getting used to mine coming from a colt cobra. Contrary to popular belief snub nose revolvers ARE accurate past 5 feet LOL. Given this guns purpose we don't need to drive nails with it at 25 yards either,enjoy your new gun and welcome to Rolex of J-frames revolvers club.
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Lonestar: Any plans to upgrade to the lasergrips? I can draw, present, and nail a bullseye at 20 ft with a laser within 2 seconds . A laser on a gun that carries this easy and belches 357 power is something to be FEARED. 
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I think I'm going to add the CT laser grips eventually, but I have to admit these sights with the notched rear sight are really nifty. I'll enjoy the stock sights for a few weeks, then buy the CT's when I get the urge for a new toy.
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LoneStarwings I'd opt for the LG-405 grips with the S&W logo they are available on S&W's website. Theres no difference other then the S&W logo vs. the CTC logo,but to me they look better is all. I to plan to upgrade to these laser grips very soon.
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hey lonestar,
i want that new grip they have on. that's not the one they have on the website. i'll give them a call on monday. to clarify, that's the synthetic bantam size right?
i want that new grip they have on. that's not the one they have on the website. i'll give them a call on monday. to clarify, that's the synthetic bantam size right?
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I don't know what the grips are called, they did com stock installed on my 340 though, and they're quite comfortable (even with .357 mag in my opinion).
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My 340 M&P's lock sticks out ever so slightly like the pic above, and works flawlessly with .357's or .38's, so no worries.
Looks like the newer 340's have Bantam grips with a different pattern.
If you have room in your pocket, the Pachmayr Compac Pro grip makes a nice difference is shootability.
BTW, anybody had a chance to handle Ruger's LCR? Same weight as our M&P, without the Big Dot sight and .357 capability. Word is that the trigger puts modern J-Frames to shame though... I might pick one up out of curiosity, but it's not like the LCR will do something my 340 can't do.
Looks like the newer 340's have Bantam grips with a different pattern.
If you have room in your pocket, the Pachmayr Compac Pro grip makes a nice difference is shootability.
BTW, anybody had a chance to handle Ruger's LCR? Same weight as our M&P, without the Big Dot sight and .357 capability. Word is that the trigger puts modern J-Frames to shame though... I might pick one up out of curiosity, but it's not like the LCR will do something my 340 can't do.
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The experimental days pre Mika Holster (DeSantis Nemesis) and Hogue Mongrips.
I think it is Old Fuff who coined the 5 drill. Five rounds, five feet, five seconds. Although it is fun to try and X ring with a snub, I get more satisfact ion these days with the 5 drill. I don't bother using the sight and do the drill with the laser and w/o. The laser is a good point shooting aid though.
Here are a couple of pics of the 340 with CT 405 and 305.
and an excellent article on lightweight snubs and lasers.
http://www.policeone.com/police-products/duty-gear/holsters/articles/1240834-The-J-Frame-solution/
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Smart Carry (New York reload) a pair of X42. Photo Courtesy of jt1.
642-2 in a Mika Roundcut Pocket Holster. My standard EDC holster with the 340.
I like the Columbia Lander Series of shorts and trousers. Seperate zippered pocket (large) for pocket carry. The nice thing is the zipper and dedicated to the revolver, no other stuff in the pocket. BTW it is large enough to conceal Hogue Monogrips and the CT 305s. Two Layers of cloth to smooth the contours, is better than one.
Now you see it:
Now you don't
The lumpy revolver conceals better than a pocket auto IMO.
IWB (Inside Waist Band)
Uncle Mikes El Cheapo. My least favorite method of carry, but I wanted a holster of that genre just in case it made sense.
Man Bag (Nite Ize).
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Open for Business. 642, LED light room for a Bianchi Speedstrip, keys and a Motorola Rzr.
OWB
Blackhawk SpeedClassic
Smart Carry (New York reload) a pair of X42. Photo Courtesy of jt1.
642-2 in a Mika Roundcut Pocket Holster. My standard EDC holster with the 340.
I like the Columbia Lander Series of shorts and trousers. Seperate zippered pocket (large) for pocket carry. The nice thing is the zipper and dedicated to the revolver, no other stuff in the pocket. BTW it is large enough to conceal Hogue Monogrips and the CT 305s. Two Layers of cloth to smooth the contours, is better than one.
Now you see it:
Now you don't
The lumpy revolver conceals better than a pocket auto IMO.
IWB (Inside Waist Band)
Uncle Mikes El Cheapo. My least favorite method of carry, but I wanted a holster of that genre just in case it made sense.
Man Bag (Nite Ize).
Covered
Open for Business. 642, LED light room for a Bianchi Speedstrip, keys and a Motorola Rzr.
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megatronrules
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Here are some more pics of my pocket cannon,I love this thread might as well keep it going.
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