I have had S/W 642 hammerless .38 snubbie J frame for over a year as a CC: just a utility tool, no romance.
I bought it from Cabelas for $300 in an unbelievable sale 2 summers ago.
There was so much pain holding on to it with it biting into my middle finger that I bought a Delta grip (read about it in old thread about this).
I never gave it much thought.
Then over the course of time I read about the Ruger LCR in either .357 or .38 that was supposed to have a better trigger and less recoil.
IT WAS ALL TRUE!!!!
I picked one up last evening when I was in the neighborhood of Marksman Shooting Sports where I have bought a few guns and a Henry rifle over the course of the past 1.5 yrs. from Chris, the owner.
He had a Ruger LCR .357 in the box with papers with a leather IWB holster for $300, so I decided to try it out.
The range pics say it all: UNBELIEVABLE!!!
I was amazed.
It does have some great red sights on the front, but for me, it just is kinder and gentler and therefore: more accurate in my hand.
In fact, the first thing I did after firing the Smith 642 was order a grip to get me pinky on.
The Ruger: I don't need a better grip even though my pinky does not fit: it's fine the way it is (I wish I could put my Delta grip on it though, just for fun!
The Ruger LCR .357, of which I'll use .38s in it (maybe put the last 2 rounds .357 in the chamber).
This is an internet pic, and mine has red sights on the front.
MODEL NUMBER: 5450 CALIBER: 357 MAG
GripHogue® Tamer™ Monogrip®
Front SightReplaceable, Pinned Ramp
Barrel Length1.87"
Cylinder Finish PVD
Twist1:16" RH
Rear SightU-Notch Integral
Finish Matte Black
Weight 17.1 oz.
Height 4.50"
Overall Length 6.50"
Capacity 5
Grooves 6
Suggested Retail $669.00
Monolithic frame is made from 400 series stainless steel.
Patented friction reducing cam is a next generation design in fire control systems that results in a smooth, non-stacking trigger pull.
Patented polymer fire control housing holds all the fire control components in their proper dimensional relationships, reduces weight significantly and helps reduce recoil.
High-strength stainless steel cylinder is extensively fluted (reducing weight) and features a PVD finish for excellent durability.
Allows a variety of grip styles to be installed, leaving ample room for recoil cushioning. Includes a Hogue® Tamer™ grip, which is highly effective at reducing felt recoil.
Replaceable, pinned ramp front sight with white bar.
S/W 642 Internet pic (when I put it up for sale I'll put pics of mine it).
SPECIFICATIONS
SKU: 163810
Model: Model 642
Caliber: 38 S&W SPECIAL +P
Capacity: 5
Barrel Length:
Overall Length: 6.3"
Front Sight: Integral
Rear Sight: Fixed
Action: Double Action Only
Grip: Synthetic
Weight: 14.4 oz / 408.2g
Cylinder Material: Stainless Steel
Barrel Material: Stainless Steel
Frame Material: Aluminum Alloy
Frame Finish: Matte Silver
Purpose: Concealed Carry, Law Enforcement & Military, Personal Protection, State Compliance
S/W 642 20'
Ruger LCR .357 at 20'
S/W 642 at 30'
Ruger LCR .357 at 30'
I bought it from Cabelas for $300 in an unbelievable sale 2 summers ago.
There was so much pain holding on to it with it biting into my middle finger that I bought a Delta grip (read about it in old thread about this).
I never gave it much thought.
Then over the course of time I read about the Ruger LCR in either .357 or .38 that was supposed to have a better trigger and less recoil.
IT WAS ALL TRUE!!!!
I picked one up last evening when I was in the neighborhood of Marksman Shooting Sports where I have bought a few guns and a Henry rifle over the course of the past 1.5 yrs. from Chris, the owner.
He had a Ruger LCR .357 in the box with papers with a leather IWB holster for $300, so I decided to try it out.
The range pics say it all: UNBELIEVABLE!!!
I was amazed.
It does have some great red sights on the front, but for me, it just is kinder and gentler and therefore: more accurate in my hand.
In fact, the first thing I did after firing the Smith 642 was order a grip to get me pinky on.
The Ruger: I don't need a better grip even though my pinky does not fit: it's fine the way it is (I wish I could put my Delta grip on it though, just for fun!
The Ruger LCR .357, of which I'll use .38s in it (maybe put the last 2 rounds .357 in the chamber).
This is an internet pic, and mine has red sights on the front.
MODEL NUMBER: 5450 CALIBER: 357 MAG
GripHogue® Tamer™ Monogrip®
Front SightReplaceable, Pinned Ramp
Barrel Length1.87"
Cylinder Finish PVD
Twist1:16" RH
Rear SightU-Notch Integral
Finish Matte Black
Weight 17.1 oz.
Height 4.50"
Overall Length 6.50"
Capacity 5
Grooves 6
Suggested Retail $669.00
Monolithic frame is made from 400 series stainless steel.
Patented friction reducing cam is a next generation design in fire control systems that results in a smooth, non-stacking trigger pull.
Patented polymer fire control housing holds all the fire control components in their proper dimensional relationships, reduces weight significantly and helps reduce recoil.
High-strength stainless steel cylinder is extensively fluted (reducing weight) and features a PVD finish for excellent durability.
Allows a variety of grip styles to be installed, leaving ample room for recoil cushioning. Includes a Hogue® Tamer™ grip, which is highly effective at reducing felt recoil.
Replaceable, pinned ramp front sight with white bar.
S/W 642 Internet pic (when I put it up for sale I'll put pics of mine it).
SPECIFICATIONS
SKU: 163810
Model: Model 642
Caliber: 38 S&W SPECIAL +P
Capacity: 5
Barrel Length:
Overall Length: 6.3"
Front Sight: Integral
Rear Sight: Fixed
Action: Double Action Only
Grip: Synthetic
Weight: 14.4 oz / 408.2g
Cylinder Material: Stainless Steel
Barrel Material: Stainless Steel
Frame Material: Aluminum Alloy
Frame Finish: Matte Silver
Purpose: Concealed Carry, Law Enforcement & Military, Personal Protection, State Compliance
S/W 642 20'
Ruger LCR .357 at 20'
S/W 642 at 30'
Ruger LCR .357 at 30'