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S&W Model 642. Any feedback on this hammerless 38?
self ^ | 4/9/2020 | Self

Posted on 04/09/2020 11:52:02 AM PDT by know.your.why

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I'm seriously looking at this little five shot revolver and would appreciate any insight into its reputation. Thank you.
1 posted on 04/09/2020 11:52:02 AM PDT by know.your.why
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2 posted on 04/09/2020 11:54:03 AM PDT by know.your.why ( If love is blind then marriage is an institution for the blind)
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Hammerless revolver is great purse gun. Has its limits but its simple and safe to carry.


3 posted on 04/09/2020 11:55:15 AM PDT by Magnum44 (My comprehensive terrorism plan: Hunt them down and kill them.)
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Love mine. Fits comfy in khaki pockets...light weight and safe to carry.


4 posted on 04/09/2020 11:56:37 AM PDT by rrrod (6)
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One of the best small revolvers for concealed carry. Would be even better without the internal lock (the little round dealio just above the cylinder latch thumbpiece).


5 posted on 04/09/2020 11:57:23 AM PDT by niteowl77
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Great little gun. Be forewarned that it does kick like a rented mule.


6 posted on 04/09/2020 11:57:50 AM PDT by FrogHawk (inmemoryofSpcJoeLewis)
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I’ve seen them. I know they are light and work. If what you are shooting is close, they will put holes where you aim.

My family has worked for SW since the early 1940s. They make good firearms.


7 posted on 04/09/2020 11:57:55 AM PDT by Vermont Lt
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later


8 posted on 04/09/2020 11:58:36 AM PDT by Gay State Conservative (The Rats Can't Get Over The Fact That They Lost A Rigged Election)
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Gun Review: Smith & Wesson Model 642
9 posted on 04/09/2020 11:58:53 AM PDT by Robert DeLong
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No specific knowledge here beyond having a hammerless on the list of desirable future acquisitions. If the price is anywhere around $400 or less, that would increase my interest in it. One small cautionary note - see if you can meet at a range for a test shoot where you can check for any slop in the lock-up of the cylinder.


10 posted on 04/09/2020 11:59:05 AM PDT by T-Bird45 (It feels like the seventies, and it shouldn't.)
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Problem with it? Cannot find decent holsters esp under jacket holster.

All the holsters rely on the hammer to help hold it.

Laser is nice.


11 posted on 04/09/2020 11:59:08 AM PDT by Chickensoup (Voter ID for 2020!! Leftists totalitarian fascists appear to be planning to eradicate conservatives)
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Good gun. My 90 year old FIL has the similar Taurus.


12 posted on 04/09/2020 12:01:22 PM PDT by Garvin (Democrats....have always will be the party of slavery, Jim Crow, segregation and the KKK.)
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sharp bark and a bit of a kick at the junction of thumb/forefinger. Put a little laser sight on it to save your eyes trying to sight down the short barrel and it's a winner. Load it up with hydra-shock. grip laser
13 posted on 04/09/2020 12:01:38 PM PDT by redcatcherb412
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I carried one for many years as a patrol officer as a backup. I liked it and it is 100% reliable. However, I eventually tired of the weight on my vest under my off-hand arm and switched to a titanium Taurus Model 85 (I think) that had a ported snub-nosed barrel to help mitigate recoil. I never had an issue with either of them, but appreciated the decreased weight.

I would have no issues carrying it as a primary if I wanted a revolver.

I always advise people to try a few handguns to include revolvers/semi-autos out before they make such an important purchase/decision. It is well worth the money! What I carry is different from what other instructors that I respect carry and ultimately what “fits” you is what you need.

My current concealed carry is a Glock 43X and it is my favorite now having carried about a dozen for at least a few months if not years. However, that does not mean it would be your favorite!


14 posted on 04/09/2020 12:02:20 PM PDT by volunbeer (Find the truth and accept it - anything else is delusional)
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I have an S&W340, though i notice its a lot pricier today than when I got it. Its .357 but Ms Magnum loads it with 38SPL.


15 posted on 04/09/2020 12:04:36 PM PDT by Magnum44 (My comprehensive terrorism plan: Hunt them down and kill them.)
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Any comments on the laser model?


16 posted on 04/09/2020 12:05:04 PM PDT by know.your.why ( If love is blind then marriage is an institution for the blind)
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sorry. i didnt see the laser comments.


17 posted on 04/09/2020 12:06:39 PM PDT by know.your.why ( If love is blind then marriage is an institution for the blind)
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If you are only going to have one gun for personal protection carrying the S&W 642 may be the best. .38 Special defense loads are readily available and very affordable. They are pretty snappy and not much fun for a long day at the range but when you need a gun it will work every time


18 posted on 04/09/2020 12:09:30 PM PDT by Afterguard (Deplorable me!)
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If you are only going to have one gun for personal protection

THAT is definitely not my problem...LOL


19 posted on 04/09/2020 12:13:34 PM PDT by Magnum44 (My comprehensive terrorism plan: Hunt them down and kill them.)
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Check out Simply Rugged holsters.


20 posted on 04/09/2020 12:14:02 PM PDT by Disambiguator
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