.32 and .22 Humpbacks

[883Tom]

I'd rather call them "Bodyguards," but these days that term would confuse. I'd like to have a Model 638 in .32 H&R Magnum and a Model 649 in .327 magnum.

Sixty years ago Bill Jordan opined that it would be ideal to have a 2'' barreled J-frame in .22 magnum. I agree and think that nothing can beat the shrouded hammer for discreet carry. Admittedly, I can make my own with Bianchi Lightning grips, but it just isn't the same. The price of the K-frame grips indicates that the larger framed iteration would be welcomed by many as well. I must note that the Bianchi J-frame grips aren't precisely dirt cheap either.

I've noticed that lately there has been discussion here and there of the .25 A.C.P. as a round for a kit gun with adjustable sights. I wouldn't turn down a .25 Model 638 either. It's accurate, reloadable, and versatile. I believe that it would be an ideal gun for wandering my place with canine company in the event that we encounter errant dirt clods or aggressive cow pies. A great deal of research indicates that bear spray is preferable for bears, particularly Grizzlies who do visit on occasion but have never caused a problem..

 

[Breakaway500]

I'd be interested in a .32 or .22 mag Bodyguard as well.Make it light and as compact as possible and I would buy one tomorrow.Leave the lock off please.. I would not be interested in a .25 acp version. I just don't care for that round.

 

[H Richard]

A recent run (? April last year) of the 431PD and 432PD made an unknown number available and my understanding the distributors that had them sold out quickly. Check around on Gunbroker, etc. I was lucky enough to find one of each and I utilize both as CCW. The 32 H&R Mag makes a fine defense round, and you can shoot all the 32 Long WC's you want from it. It weighs only 13 Oz. and 16 fully loaded with JHP's. I chrono'd my loads and get above 1000 fps from the 1 7/8" barrel.