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We renewed our concealed weapon permit a cpl of months ago & picked up a new Smith & Wesson 38 Airweight (this is a 1 7/8" snub nose). I am 73 & based on my recent target shooting @ a local indoor range, my accuracy is still above average. BTW, I have a Crimson Trace laser system on the gun...

Thanks for both responses. Actually, I traded in a longer barrel 38 for the 442. Without the laser & the "kick", I'm deadly at up to about 25'. I went thru sniper school a long time ago & unfortunately got a good bit of practical use after that in S.E. Asia for 2 yrs. The odds of having an...

I have a 442 S&W 38 Airweight for concealed weapon & also keep by bedside for home defense. Love it! Had a Crimson Trace Laser put on it. I know the barrel says OK to shoot +P ammo & I've gone thru a few doz. rounds to get used to the "kick". My problem is I have a touch of arthritis in...

David: You're 100% correct, "my bad". I'm going to print out those brands of ammo you were good enough to post so I know what to look for when shopping for more ammo. Best, Ron :)

Appreciate the reply, David. I've been told by the gunshop I bought the Airweight in plus customer service @ Smith & Wesson to avoid constantly shooting 38specials in the shooting range. Even though it's clearly stated on the barrel that the gun can handle it, they still say I should shoot...

Hi My name is Ron (thus ronstaug). We live on a pristine barrier island off the coast of St. Augustine, Fl. called Anastasia Island (tourists call it St. Augustine Beach). Due to my ex 30 yr corporate career & being out of the country or town we lived in about 1/2 the year, I always kept a...