Can someone explain the benefit of moonclips with the Pro Series 642 and 442. Whereas the non pro series does not come with moonclips. Is there a benefit?

Just an option for those that use them. I don't use them on my 640 Pro, so the moonclips just sit in the blue case.

Here is my take on them. Faster reloads, you can knock the emptys out quicker and the cool factor.

I have had the hots for a 442 pro series for a while. Not sure why but I really want one with moon clips.

Moons take up less room than speedloaders for people who want reloads.

The moonclip assures that all the empty brass ejects at one time and can be used to carry reloads in a more compact package than a speedloader. I use the moonclip on the chambered rounds and carry my reload in a Bianchi Speed Strip. The Speed Strip lies flat in my pocket.

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As an owner of a 640 Pro (factory cut for moon clips) I also carry the gun loaded with a moon clip and carry my spares in speed strips...

The positives are as outlined above in previous posts. The negatives for moon clips as I see them are:

- No option to top off the cylinder after firing less than five rounds. Moon clips limit you to all five or none.
- The steel in the moon clips is thin enough to risk bending if handled roughly. Bent clips could hamper loading/unloading.

Edmo

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I treat the moon clips as speedloaders. $3 speedloaders They are obnoxious to load and unload, and are easily damaged. That's the main reason I'll never own a 9mm DA revolver.
Hopefully I'll never have to use them because it will mean I'm involved in some bad business.

You are missing out on the 9mm revolver. Moon clips are much easier with automatic cartridges. The groove is more consistent. Rimmed cartridges vary slightly, and you need to use the right clips with the right ammo.

They should not be a bear to load.

Now you've done it. I had been lusting over the 986, but feared the moonclips