Difference betw M36 vs M10 .38spl?
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mg357
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the s&w model 36 is a 5 shot j-frame revolver. the s&w model 10 is a 6 shot k-frame revolver.
David LaPell
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The Model 10 is a larger frame, but that one extra shot is comforting. I have had both and found that I like the K-frame. I have had no problems concealing both.
+1 to everything said so far. As a practical matter the 36 is an easier gun to conceal but a bit more difficult to shoot accurately because of its smaller size. The 10 is a bit harder to conceal but easier to shoot at the range. Both are excellent weapon.
David, I have a M10 pencil barrel and feel it's everything you need, nothing you don't.
But this M36 is a heavy barrel. Will there be a significant flip/kick with the smaller J frame?
dubhelix
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My only problem with the model 36 (60) is that the hammer spur can bite the web of my hand. If I have a high/hurried grip, my hand can actually prevent the little J frame from firing! Doesn't happen to me with my model 10 (64).
Doug.38PR
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The Model 10 heavy barrel also comes (or came) in 4 inch as well as 2 inches. The Model 36 comes (or came) in 2 inch and 3 inch
stevieboy
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Put the two of them (10 and 36) side by side and you'll see a significant size difference. There's also a substantial weight difference, with the 10 weighing at least 1/3 more than the 36. The 10 is powered by a leaf spring, the 36, by a coil spring. Generally, you'll find that the trigger on the 10 is considerably lighter than that of the 36.
Others have mentioned that the 36 is a five-shot revolver whereas the 10 is a six shooter. Another significant difference between the two guns is the sights. I find that it is much harder to visualize the tiny ramp front sight on the 36 than the considerably bigger and thicker front sight on the 10.
I would rate the 10 (or its stainless brother, the 64) as a superior gun for range work and, perhaps, for general carry. My primary defensive weapon is a 64 snub. For me, the greater weight and bulk of the gun are more than compensated for by its better trigger, its greater capacity, and its much better sights.
On the other hand, a 36 is more easily concealed than is the 10. One can carry a 36 in his pocket or her purse without difficulty. IMO, the 36's ease of concealment is its greatest asset.
That said, both are super guns.
Others have mentioned that the 36 is a five-shot revolver whereas the 10 is a six shooter. Another significant difference between the two guns is the sights. I find that it is much harder to visualize the tiny ramp front sight on the 36 than the considerably bigger and thicker front sight on the 10.
I would rate the 10 (or its stainless brother, the 64) as a superior gun for range work and, perhaps, for general carry. My primary defensive weapon is a 64 snub. For me, the greater weight and bulk of the gun are more than compensated for by its better trigger, its greater capacity, and its much better sights.
On the other hand, a 36 is more easily concealed than is the 10. One can carry a 36 in his pocket or her purse without difficulty. IMO, the 36's ease of concealment is its greatest asset.
That said, both are super guns.
dubhelix
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J Frame vs. K Frame Snubs
These are models 60 and 64. They are the same sizes as the models 36 and 10.
These are models 60 and 64. They are the same sizes as the models 36 and 10.
