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09-19-2011, 11:41 PM
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Trade a 19-4 snub for a 36?
I am thinking I need to trade my 19 for a 36. The 19 is a shooter grade with some finish issues. I already have at 66-2 snub in better condition. I don't have a smaller concealed carry gun. The 66/19 is a little big. Help me decide...
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09-19-2011, 11:43 PM
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Just my opinon and please keep in mind never shot a 19-4. I just picked up my first 36 snub nose no dash. 1970 manufacture date and I love its like a mini version of my 686. I say try and find the trade.
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09-20-2011, 12:10 AM
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Why on earth would you want one of these?
Well, because they're COOL, that's why!
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09-20-2011, 12:37 AM
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It's my opinion only. The snub 19 is worth $150-200 more than a 36, given approximatelly the same condition. They serve different purposes, though. Do whatever suits you!
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09-20-2011, 12:59 AM
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Make sure you at least get a chance to dry fire the J-Frame before committing. I love my model 60, but never carry it, since the hammer bites the web of my hand, sometimes even preventing cylinder rotation. YMMV.
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09-20-2011, 05:44 AM
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Model 19 snubs seem to be pretty hot right now, personally I would never trade down a caliber if I didn't have to. I know the 19 is a bit of a big gun (I carry a Model 10 snub as my warm weather gun) but still I like the idea of one extra shot, and the fact you have a .357 over a .38.
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09-20-2011, 06:02 AM
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Keep the 19 and add the 36. You will love it.
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09-20-2011, 06:50 AM
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Any S&W that I have got rid of I regretted it about one minute later. Just add a 36 and keep the 19. You will miss the 19 when it's gone.
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09-20-2011, 07:50 AM
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i concur with max bob's statement. i can tell you the ones i have sold and regret them all . they stick in my mind way to much after. i gave away a mid 60's model 36 sb i had set up for carry to my best friend ,i do not regret that one. keep em.
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09-20-2011, 10:01 AM
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Hmmm. I went in the opposite direction, trading my 36 for a 19 (had to throw in some $$ to complete the deal).
The 36 is a nice gun. It's light and portable. But, it has a much heavier trigger than any K frame and that razor edge front sight is a horror to attempt to visualize. To be honest, I couldn't shoot mine worth a damn.
I love my 19! Although significantly heavier than the 36, it's still reasonably portable. I can carry the 19 all day without discomfort and it's easily concealable. The trigger is fantastic and I can actually shoot it with reasonable accuracy.
If it were me, I'd keep that 19.
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09-20-2011, 10:29 AM
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In my mind, there is no way I would trade a M19 for a M36 in like condition. I have a couple of M36's and I love them. They are great. However, the versatility of the M19's that I own, make them more of my personal favorites. You can do what you want of course, but in my opinion, trading a M19 for a M36 is not a good deal.
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09-20-2011, 11:12 AM
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I'd say keep the M19 and buy the M36 outright. I am a M19 junkie and can't get enough, especially the snubs. The M36 is very common so just buy one that you like.
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09-20-2011, 11:40 AM
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Excuse me please.
I've been away from S&W revolvers for more than 20 years. I'm trying to gain info. by being in this forum. So I hope you won't mind my asking if the model 36 or another model similar to the snubbie model 19 are still being produced?
A.W.
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09-20-2011, 02:35 PM
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So long as you keep one of the K-frame snubbies. I have a Model 60 snub in .357 and it's fine for Summer carry, but I carry my 2-1/2 66-7 whenever I can just leave my shirt-tail out. With Hogue Batam grips, there is very little "print" and it's much easier in the recoil management department -- and the extra round gives me a little added comfort. I carry the 60 as a back-up (New York reload).
Take care.
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09-20-2011, 02:52 PM
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So...would you all think that a more equitable trade would be for a 60snub in 357? I'm not sure of the price differentials. I just love the snubbies!!
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09-20-2011, 03:10 PM
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I think financially you'd be better off selling the Model 19 and buying the Model 36. The difference would probably pay for some ammo or a holster or a nice dinner out.
I have an older warrior of a Model 36, and it is just enough smaller than a K frame snub that it gets carried a lot more.
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09-20-2011, 03:50 PM
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I second Sig's motion - if you are 'done' with the 19, then just sell it and buy the 36. You should come out a 100 or two ahead.
I recently picked up my 36 (with some finish issues but a great shooter) for under $300. The 19 will go for closer to $500 and there are a couple for sale at my LGS for close to $600 - and those aren't snubs.
Personally, I am getting out of .357 myself. So I'm selling them and buying .38s and .22s. I just traded a .38 and some $ for a 4" 34-1 and am absolutely ecstatic with that trade.
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09-21-2011, 05:42 PM
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Trade a 19 snub for a 36? Not in my lifetime!
I've got both but the 36 stays in the safe and is never used seriously. Maybe once a year a trip to the range to confirm my feelings regarding this gun. A good looking little gun that shoots 38 spec and recoils excessively with anything that I consider adaquate for defense.
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09-21-2011, 06:12 PM
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My wife's first hand gun was a .36. She shoots as well as I do at the range, with both hands. She has a 9mm, and a .380 as well. The one she prefers to CC, and keeps on her nightstand is the .36. The other two are in the nightstand drawer.
It was my cc before I retired ( on my ankle ). I loved it then, and still do.
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09-22-2011, 12:22 AM
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It should tell you something if I'd trade a Model 36 for your 19 shortie in a heartbeat, conditions looking well.
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