Quote:
Originally Posted by airman
I traded my 642-2 in scandium for a stainless steel mod. 60 with a 3-inch barrel.
The 642 was very hard on my skinny old hands. The short barrel meant that I wouldn't make a respectable group.
The new (to me) gun is marked 38 S.&W. SPECIAL CTG
(It's not in the S&W website catalog.) I called S&W. They said it was made in March, 1991. !!!
I. Did I make a good trade?
2. Is this a better gun?
3 When did S&W quit making the Mod. 60 in 38 spl?
Thanks, guys.
|
The 642 is an aluminum alloy frame. Not quite as light as scandium.
If you want a heavier gun the model 60 definately is. Is it better? Personal preference. Did the 642 have the internal lock? The 60 doesn't so that is a plus. Overall, yes I would trade even up or even add some boot. Not sure when the 60 went to .357 mag.