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Don't worry about it! Proper cleaning and shooting 158 grain 357 loads in moderation equates to a long happy life together :)

Great set up. I have been considering a Sig for concealed carry & to rotate with the 638. You helped a friend & you had a great opportunity presented yo you. Good find & best of luck with it.

Hey W.E.G., The thread was extremely helpful. I was able to get the slide unjammed in less than 2 minutes. Thank you very much for your time & the link!:D

The slide on my 459 is stuck. This happened when I was assembling the pistol after cleaning. The slide is wedged between the metal slats behind the hammer and something within the slide mechanism. Any advise is very much appreciated.:)

Same here, it is like my American Express card, I never leave home without it. I have a 638-3 with the lock, no issues with the exception of the finish chipping off. A dab of crazy glue does the trick over the areas that the finish has flaked off. My 638 is in my front pocket all summer when I...

I have a 2 1/2" 66-1 with the original box and papers, original grips, a pair of Uncle Mikes, a pair of Pachmyer and a Bianche pancake holster for $550 last year. I bought it from one of my oldest and closest friends, and he offered to reduce the price to $500, but I could not do that to him...

After handling a Ruger LCP, I appreciate my 638 even more. This revolver is in my front pocket in an Uncle Mike's holster every day, unless I am carrying the 2 1/2 inch 66. I need to practice with the j frame, not as much with the 66. I also have a 459 9mm that is bulky, but fun to carry during...

The Kel-Tecs have vastly improved within the last few years, the manufacturer dilegently corrected the problems. The PF-9 is the smallest 9mm they offer, and is usually sold out. Bud's Gun Shop seems to have the best prices and many customer reviews. A Smith Airweight in 38+P is still hard to...

Lots of good options. You cannot beat a J frame airweight for everyday concealed carry. My 638 is in my front pocket as I write this. For a semi auto, I am seriously considering a Ruger SR9c; not the most ideal for pocket carry, but enough gun to shoot relatively easy and rugged. My second...

Check the star for any nicks and/or burrs. If they are present, I recommend taking it to a gunsmith to remove the nicks and/or burrs. Good luck.

I have a 638 and I think it is a great carry revolver. I know a few women who carry Lady Smiths (model 60's) in their purse and on their hips with winter clothing, and do not mind the recoil of .357's because of the increased weight of their guns. The 60's are pricier, but worth the investment...

I carry my 2.5 inch 66-1 fall, winter and spring, and my 638 during the summer months. Either +p's or 158 grain .357 for the 66-1.

My friend carelessly pointed a loaded gun at me, and I exclaimed to him "watch where you are pointing that thing", and he replied, "my finger was not on the trigger". I will not go shooting with him again since he does not adhere to the basic safety rules/habits. I have a good idea where you...

sdg380, those are some beautiful revolvers! I, like you, started with one pistol, and now I have three in two months. I started with a 66-1, and I put on UM's grips as well, and purchased a 638 five shooter. I purchased a 459 9 mm S&W as well since I could not resist the price. A 649 is next...

I am having problems uploading images and hope to have it sorted out soon. I can't wait to post photos of my 638 and accessories.

Shockwave, The longer barrel will make case ejection a little easier, but the revolver will not be as easy to pocket carry.

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Hey Engine49guy, That is one nice 49! Now I am lusting for one. Yeah, you can't beat the weight on a 638. Waka, I found that crazy glue is an excellent protective coating on areas prone to premature chipping.

Thanks for all of the replies! I carry my 638 everday as well. The weight, size and fell of this revolver is incredible. The second frame from S&W appears to have the same imperfection on the side of the top strap as the original one. After a few years of pocket carry, I am sure that it will get...

I carry a 638 most of the time and a model 66, 2 1/2" barrel during the colder months or when I am on the back 40.