Not in all states.
The dreaded frame crack
- Thread starter ladder13
- Start date
Not in all states.
OP
Correct, my Sig had a new frame with new number, it was shipped directly to me.
Oops forgot, same thing happened to a Colt SAA, frame replaced with new number,shipped directly to me.
There's no hard-fast rule here, it depends.
Last edited:
BigBoku
Member
This problem is only related to Airweight and Airlite frames this is NOT a problem with steel J frames like the Model 60 you like.
OP
I can see it having to go through an FFL if there is a new serial number but other than that it shouldn't have to just for warranty work.
Maryland law says that firearms registration is voluntary, but that only works if you already own firarms as listed on the MSP restricted list and move here. ALL private sales MUST be through an FFL or you can go to an MSP Barrack and transfer through them, there's still the 7 day waiting period. NO FTF in the not so nfree state of maryland.
Last edited:
redhawk444
Member
that is the case.
If it is the same gun and only repaired, it can be shipped to you, but if it is a replacement (which a cracked alloy frame will be) it goes to an FFL.
I sent my 442 in and they called to tell me that I had to have it shipped to an FFL, so since I am a FFL holder, I emailed them a copy and they sent it along.
Invictus357
Member
- Joined
- Feb 20, 2012
- Messages
- 564
- Reaction score
- 512
I'm hoping to buy a 642 soon. This thread has shaken my confidence.
I hope everyone's J gets repaired to their satisfaction.
I hope everyone's J gets repaired to their satisfaction.
OP
They get replaced with new guns, don't think they could repair them. Even Gorilla Glue wouldn't hold.
Have no fear, Smith makes an excellent product and I will continue to buy them. Their warranty policy is 2nd to none, imo.
I have 4 other Airweights, and they all look fine. Can something happen? Sure.
- Joined
- Dec 17, 2008
- Messages
- 6,619
- Reaction score
- 1,209
sorry to see your bad luck mike.... :-(
Rapidray
Member
Anything made by man can break. Do not let this discourage you as this only happens every so often. When you look the gun over at the shop look down the sights and if the front sight is canted pass on it and look at another. The steel guns are better in that the extra weight helps on recoil and faster 2nd shot if you need it. JMO. Again, this is not an everyday issue!
They get replaced with new guns, don't think they could repair them. Even Gorilla Glue wouldn't hold.
JB Weld?
mc5aw
Member
Mike ... I just spoke with S&W and was told that the over-torqued barrel is designed specifically for mall ninjas and gangsta cowboys to shoot their gats sideways. 
Hopefully you'll get a great J-frame replacement in return. Thanks for posting this and keeping us on our toes about checking the Airweights periodically.
Hopefully you'll get a great J-frame replacement in return. Thanks for posting this and keeping us on our toes about checking the Airweights periodically.
photoman
Member
Last I heard, the 642 is Smith & Wessons highest production gun. Thousands and thousands are sold every year. If one in every so many thousand cracks, I think that's acceptable. Remember, the gun will still shoot even if cracked so it's not like you get a click right when you need a bang.
parabarbarian
Member
I carried a Mod36 for years but about 10 years ago I upgrade to a 442. After reading this thread I quickly checked it and -- no cracking. Phew!
I only put about 10 to 20 rounds through it each month but I've been doing that for nearly ten years. I like it for pocket carry - even after adding some Pachmayr compact grips it's the easiest gun to conceal in business casual.
I only put about 10 to 20 rounds through it each month but I've been doing that for nearly ten years. I like it for pocket carry - even after adding some Pachmayr compact grips it's the easiest gun to conceal in business casual.
Invictus357
Member
- Joined
- Feb 20, 2012
- Messages
- 564
- Reaction score
- 512
Thanks for the reassurances. I really want a no lock 642 to CC with.
ogilvyspecial
Member
Just to make sure the bad doesn't overshadow the good I checked my Airweights and all is well.
Two M638's with about 200 rd's each through them and a M642 with somewhere around 800 rd's down the pipe.
Two M638's with about 200 rd's each through them and a M642 with somewhere around 800 rd's down the pipe.
ContinentalOp
Member
- Joined
- Apr 14, 2009
- Messages
- 6,315
- Reaction score
- 12,813
My 642 has had a little over 1200 rounds through it in the year or so that I've had it and no cracks. The front sight is centered. I still check for it every time I clean it, though. It's just part of my normal inspection routine.
I wouldn't hesitate buying a second one...or a fourth one...or a sixteenth one...well, you get the idea.
I wouldn't hesitate buying a second one...or a fourth one...or a sixteenth one...well, you get the idea.
Similar threads
