If it wasn't coming from Jerry, I would be very skeptical of the stronger than an L frame comment. I suspect that its due to the new front locking mechanism unless Smith isn't using one piece barrels on the L frame. His comments on MIM were interesting as well. But, Jerry has shot more and longer than I have, so I tend to belive him.

He does have me jonesing for a new 3" round butt, k frame with a front night sight.