I have just picked up a 640-3 revolver.
Not being very much of a revolver kind of guy, I thought I'd ask the experts here a few questions.
Serial Number is DAP 24XX. Anyone know when it was made?
It came with some ammo: Magtech Guardian Gold 38 Special +P 125 Grain JHP, Winchester 110 grain JHP .357 Magnum. Should I consider this to be "good" ammunition? Or should this be range fodder? What kind of ammo shold I consider for self defense?
I shot some 38, 38+p and .357 magnum through it yesterday, mabe 150 rounds total. While the .357 had a bit more recoil, it really wasn't as bad as I thought it would be. I figure the stainless frame has alot to do with that. The little bugger was surprisingly accurate for a weapon with such a small barrel.
The previous owner didn't clean it too much, and though it wasn't covered in crud or dirt, it definitly needed some cleaning and lubrication (the cylinder actually squeaked when turned by hand). Some Rem Oil (to clean), some Hoppes #9, a bore snake and a brush et voila. Feels much smoother. What kind of mantainance is recommended?
This gun has the dreaded lock. How worried should I be? From what little I know, it's more of a problem for the lighter model of guns (scandium, aluminum, etc.). Should I be equally worried? Is there a way to neutralize, or remove it? Should I even try? Or is this like the: "Glocks explode" myth? I would really like somone with first hand experience to chime in.
I plan to use it as a hiking/hunting backup gun for snakes or the occasional critter (4 or 2 legged).
BTW I got it in trade for a beater Para Ordnance with 3 mags. I got the Smith, case, 200 rounds, a Dun Hume IWB holster, a Galco IWB holster, 4 speed loaders, a set of Pachmayer grips, and an old school wood with medallion grips. I think I did ok.
Anyone with opinions or recommendations, please share.
Thanks