340 pd Versus 442/642

[Roger S&W]

Just wanted to thank the OP and all members as this thread helped me alot. I just went ahead and ordered the 442 NO LOCK at Buds for $438.00!!!

 

[Roger S&W]

Also, whatever you decide, S&W is offering a $50 rebate on certain J frame revolvers.

Dump, thanks for pointing that out, man! Just ordered my 442 NO LOCK.

 

[Dump1567]

Dump, thanks for pointing that out, man! Just ordered my 442 NO LOCK.

Good choice. I have a 642.

You can also replace the grips with something lighter and knock-off a few more onces from the weight.

I like the Hogue bantam.

 

[Poohgyrr]

. :::: ordered the 442. ::::

Congrats. For myself, that is the best combination of light weight vs more recoil in a carry revolver. Those Airweights have been very popular for a long time.

 

[Roger S&W]

Good choice. I have a 642.

You can also replace the grips with something lighter and knock-off a few more onces from the weight.

I like the Hogue bantam.

The grips the 442 comes with are not rubber? I think I'd prefer rubber grips if it doesn't. Yeah, 442 seems like a great carry revolver at a decent price and it's a NO LOCK!

 

[Dump1567]

The grips the 442 comes with are not rubber? I think I'd prefer rubber grips if it doesn't. Yeah, 442 seems like a great carry revolver at a decent price and it's a NO LOCK!

The 442 originally came with Uncle Mikes boot grips (rubber). Not sure what the model you ordered comes with.

The Uncle Mike boot grips have some weight to them. The Hogue bantam grips practically weighs nothing.

442 with Uncle Mike Grips:

Here's the Hogue. (I'm sure there's other lightweight grips out there).

Hogue Bantam Grips with Top Finger Groove S&W J-Frame Round Butt Rubber Black - MidwayUSA

 

[Roger S&W]

Ah, thank you. Very nice. You guys are very generous and helpful to revolver newbies.

Oh, are snap caps recommended for dry firing a revolver with an internal hammer like the 442?

 

[jds3]

If you plan to pocket carry the 342/340 platform is well worth the additional bucks. Other than that, you will not notice much difference.

 

[Roger S&W]

Those Bantam Hogue thin rubber grips shown above are two piece panel type grips? Where's the screw to secure them? Do they just simply snap into place? If so, how secure is that for EDC?
If I go with the the Hogue Rubber Monogrip, does that take alot away from concealabilty? Alot of extra weight? They just slip on?
I bet they're comfortable though especially for the backstrap part of the hand.

 

[No Deal]

Well the first page of this thread actually addressed my question. Thanks to those who responded about the topic. Roger, thanks for derailing the thread into your personal discussion of lock v no lock, 442 grips, etc.