I've never had any interest in them either for some reason. Nice guns and all that, but I have a need/want for one gun that size, and I have a Charter Arms Undercover 38 for that.
I DON"T CARE FOR J FRAMES
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For the most part as a few have already stated, the J-Frames are designed to be concealable, light weight, self defense carry weapons. I don't think the average person would choose one for informal target practice, plinking or for a fun day at the range. Other than my monthly practice sessions with my carry weapon (M60-7 and variants), I don't shoot any of the dozen or so that I own just for fun. For the purpose of which they were designed, I don't see anything better! Since they seem to be the "tail that wags the dog" for S&W these days, I would venture to say there are plenty of others who agree.
Regards,
Chief38
Regards,
Chief38
feralmerril
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I kind of like em. Cant beat a snub 36, 60 or 40 for the pocket.
shep854
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To be completely honest, my M49 isn't a lot of 'fun' to shoot. It stings my hand and is hard to aim accurately. It's my carry, though, so I try to run a few cylinders-full of ammo at each session*, then move to something else.
That said, there is considerable satisfaction when I shoot a good group with it--especially since I might bet my life on it one day.
*I usually shoot it first, so I'm shooting 'cold' as it would be if it were 'for real'.
That said, there is considerable satisfaction when I shoot a good group with it--especially since I might bet my life on it one day.
*I usually shoot it first, so I'm shooting 'cold' as it would be if it were 'for real'.
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I too am not a fan of J frames, even though I have owned one for years. Most are excellent revolvers and serve a purpose well, but I just don't feel well armed with one.
I've found as I've gotten older I prefer large handguns, perhaps this is some form of compensating
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I've found as I've gotten older I prefer large handguns, perhaps this is some form of compensating
.feralmerril
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I carried this model 60 from about 1970 to 2003 until it was stolen along with my truck. I did as shep564, shot it everytime I went out with other guns, every outing. I got to where I could bounce cans without fail. I had the hammer bobbed (a extra 36 hammer), that was checked and flat on top so I could also shoot it single action. I simply carried it in my pants pocket forever.
I belive they are the most sensible guns ever made to just put in your pocket. I never was big on wearing a holster except when I wore a uniform.
I belive they are the most sensible guns ever made to just put in your pocket. I never was big on wearing a holster except when I wore a uniform.
bmcgilvray
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I enjoy owning 'em but can't say they are a favorite for trips to the range.
getoff
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i love mine. wouldnt trade a one of them. if your looking to lighten your j-frame load, let me know what you have and i'll make you an offer.(low offer since you"hate" them)
johnsonl
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I don't like chick peas.
getoff
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left/ low left is anticipation of recoil. easy fix. you know exactly when it is going to go bang. be ready for it and squeze it off.
shep854
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The small size of the gun, with its attendant short length of [trigger] pull, also makes it very easy to 'push' the gun to one side (the left if you're right-handed, opposite for lefties), even when you're trying to pull the trigger straight back. As you (getoff) note, recoil doesn't help. Careful practice is the only cure.
gunlovingirl
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May I suggest 3 Christmas karmas? You'll rid yourself of 3 guns you don't really care for, open up some storage space for a nice K or L frame, experience the joy of giving, and give the three karma winners the joy of receiving a late Christmas gift! No? Oh well. Merry Christmas anyway!
ol' geeser
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What Dragon88 said and I'm a buyer....
one eye joe
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I'm gonna un-subscribe to this thread. The OP is entitled to his opinion........
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But I like hummus with some melted garlic butter. I dip the flat bread stuff in it. Yum.
Lima beans...hate 'em. Never seen any good use for 'em. Now navy beans, those are my range beans.....
Ashlander
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William obviously likes J-frames enough to buy three -- but they are his least favorite. OK, so he likes the big guns better. Maybe next time he should start the thread with why the big guns are his favorites and work back from there. As is it just sounds so negative.
