looking at some revolvers

[clemsondude]

I'm new to revolvers but have an itch and would like one 4" 357 and one j frame for conceal prob also 357 although i might pack 38 sp when carrying. I was looking at some s&w and some rugers, I really liked the s&w 640 as a carry gun. The one complaint I have is trigger pulls seem very heavy compared to my pistols. I also don't like those locks on the new ones...... Do any of you have input on revolvers? Thanks.

 

[Cotillion]

I have a 642 as my carry and love it. The trigger pull is a little on the long side but I got used to it pretty quickly.

 

[eagleeyes]

i like a heavy trigger it's good safety imo......my browning has a heavy trigger for the first round and i feel safe using that as my safety and keeping my manual safety on off so all i have to do is draw aim and fire......
but each has their own comfort zone and likable features in a gun....what kind of locks ??

 

[Stan45]

The lock have been a problem for some people, locking the gun up while shooting it. Some are taking it out.
The trigger pull can be smoothed up by a good gunsmith.

 

[bmwruss]

I own a 642, 38 special. The long trigger is not an issue. Like any gun, take it to the range and learn its characteristics. The DOA makes for a good safety. I like the hammerless design. Makes conceal carry easier.

 

[the__outlaw]

I also have a 642. Airweight. Love it. In summer.

 

[rdp357]

Check out the Ruger SP101 357 3" barrel, I've got one and its become my main carry, favorite gun too, its a tank!

 

[clemsondude]

Sounds like the 642 is a popular model, I will check that one out. Thanks.

 

[kumbaugh]

I have a 30 yr old SW model 19 w/a 4" barrel 357 I love this gun and will never get rid of it. Can't even guess how many round have gone thru the barrel.

Check out the SW Governor I carry it with me most of the time. It's loaded with 6 rounds of 45 colt. It has a built in locking device.

 

[Purple]

If you don't like the trigger pull on a gun, change it. I put the Apex Tactical Duty spring kit in my S&W 642. It brought the trigger pull down from 12lb to 9ish. I also cleaned it up a bit on the inside and the trigger pull is clean, crisp and breaks nicely.

 

[clemsondude]

The Governor reminds me of the Judge by Taurus.

 

[kumbaugh]

The Governor reminds me of the Judge by Taurus.

Except better it's a SW.

I'm not sure if the judge uses moon clip so you can also shoot a 45 ACP, not to mention Governor shoots 6 and judge 5.

 

[justxboxin]

I just got a Taurus 85 ul in titanium ... Worked great at the range . I'd recommend them .

 

[RxDoc]

Carry a Ruger KLCR .357mag for daily SD. Lightweight, concealable, accurate (even at longer distances, especially with XS Big Dot), manageable, and priced right.

 

[RJ_Whitlock]

I just got a Taurus 85 ul in titanium ... Worked great at the range . I'd recommend them .

You stated in another thread you only put 15 rounds through it.... That's no where near enough of a recommendation. If you put at least 2 to 3 hundred through it, I would take your recommendation more seriously.

 

[justxboxin]

Well seeing as I carry it n everytime I pull the trigger no ammo in the weapon ... It goes click click click n firing pin matches up right . I would bet my life if I pull the trigger and it don't go off I have four more shots that will ... It's a revolver bro lol

 

[RJ_Whitlock]

Well seeing as I carry it n everytime I pull the trigger no ammo in the weapon ... It goes click click click n firing pin matches up right . I would bet my life if I pull the trigger and it don't go off I have four more shots that will ... It's a revolver bro lol

A firearm is a firearm, you still have to put it through the motions. I can't believe you depend on a firearm that has only 15 rounds through it, but hey it's your life not mine.

 

[justxboxin]

Again it's a revolver not a semi auto man . It wont jam and I would trust it with my life yes

 

[RxDoc]

Contrary to some posts, a revolver CAN JAM. I was under that impression too, until it happened to me at the range one day testing out carry ammo. A quick test of ammo is to fire off 4 of 5 (or 5 of 6, etc.) and check the last cartridge for "separation". I would do it at least twice to make sure all is well, maybe more-check with a hot cylinder and barrel. My carry ammo, CorBon DPX 125gr. .357mag. did separate on the second try. Jammed the cylinder and wouldn't rotate. Did get it loose, and now use Speer Gold Dot 125 gr. .357mag. For carry (tested fine over a full box shot up). Alerted CorBon of the "problem", they responded by ordering all of the new ammo produced to have the crimp tightened. Good company, and still use their 9mm DPX +P 115gr. In my Kahr CM9.

 

[RJ_Whitlock]

Contrary to some posts, a revolver CAN JAM. I was under that impression too, until it happened to me at the range one day testing out carry ammo. A quick test of ammo is to fire off 4 of 5 (or 5 of 6, etc.) and check the last cartridge for "separation". I would do it at least twice to make sure all is well, maybe more-check with a hot cylinder and barrel. My carry ammo, CorBon DPX 125gr. .357mag. did separate on the second try. Jammed the cylinder and wouldn't rotate. Did get it loose, and now use Speer Gold Dot 125 gr. .357mag. For carry (tested fine over a full box shot up). Alerted CorBon of the "problem", they responded by ordering all of the new ammo produced to have the crimp tightened. Good company, and still use their 9mm DPX +P 115gr. In my Kahr CM9.

I guess xboxin didn't get the memo, shoot more than 15 rounds you clown!