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Old 08-29-2010, 06:23 PM
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As far as a CCW goes,is there any advantage to one design over the other? I've never owned a shrouded hammer...I've always preferred the centennial design...Just curious...

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Old 08-29-2010, 06:29 PM
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I don't own a Bodyguard, so what I say is merely what I have heard and read. It has been stated that it is possible for lint and stuff to get inside the hammer shroud and tie up the revolver. With a deep concealment gun I could see that as a possibility. Don't know if it's true but it seems it could happen. That said, I have carried a Chief's Special quite a bit and never had that problem. Personally I prefer the Centennials, in my case a 640-1, a 642 and a 340PD. Totally enclosed hammer, which keeps stuff out and won't snag.
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Old 08-29-2010, 07:16 PM
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I have all three styles of J-frame. The Bodyguard allows you to cock the revolver for single-action firing if decide that you need to do that for some reason, and I've had no particular problem with dirt/lint buildup in the hammer channel. I just use a can of compressed air to blow it out about once a month, or whenever I clean it after taking it to the range.
Bodyguard vs. Centennial is six of one, half dozen of the other to me, I'm happy carrying either one and haven't noticed any particular difference in the way they carry, draw from a pocket, conceal, or shoot (unless you go single-action with the Bodyguard). YMMV
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Old 08-29-2010, 07:30 PM
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I have a model 49, 642, and M&P 340. In my opinon there's no advantage one way or the other, as far as carrying is concerned; it's just a personal preference thing.
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Old 08-29-2010, 07:37 PM
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Some might think this is a dumb statement but I simply cannot abide the looks of a "Bodyguard." That said, I simply love my 642 and my 60 NY-1. I submit the 642 and the 60 may be just a bit more concealable than the "Bodyguard" though that is an untested theory.

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I have been a fan of the Model 40 and 42 for many years, and I also have a 642 which I like very much. However, I consider a bobbed 37 safer than a 642, because I can press the hammer forward with my thumb while holstering. Obviously, a 642 can be handled safely, also, but not as easily. It may be possible with some holsters to catch the trigger while holstering. The 40 and 42 aren't quite as bad, if you keep your palm off the grip safety.

If you think you might actually want to fire the gun SA, a Bodyguard is a safe choice.
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I carry my 49 each and every day...I like having the SA option.
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When I got my 638 I could have had it or the 642, and got it primarly because the trigger felt better on the one I tried as opposed to the 642 I tried. I'm sure either of them would have been fine, but for some reason I just liked the ability to thumb cock it if for some reason I had to (and it's fun to do so as it's got a fantastic SA trigger). I pocket carry mine and don't have any problem with stuff getting into the hammer area, but a good pocket holster goes a long way in helping that. I wouldn't turn down either one.
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