442 PC

[Neanderthaler]

Just bought the Performance Center version of the 442. LGS had to order it, so expecting it beginning of next week. I'm positive that I've seen it on S&W website, however, it isn't there anymore. maybe I'm mistaken and i looked at something else. Anybody know if this model was discontinued, or it was a distributor only run and wouldn't appear on the website. They do have listed a 442 Performance Center Pro Series with a black cylinder. the one i ordered has the bare stainless cylinder. Also, i thought that Pro series was different than PC. I have a Pro Series 686 that has the nicest trigger that I've ever used, up to this point. I'd be shocked if the PC trigger is better. Thanks in advance

 

[OKFC05]

I've never seen a 442 with a bright stainless cylinder. Did you order the PC 642?
If you write down the SKU that the dealer uses to order it, you'll know what you're getting.

 

[Neanderthaler]

it is mfg #11516 on the invoice. i don't see that on a search of Smiths page. it definitely exists on google, searching s&w 442 performance center, as described with a stainless cylinder. i see in google images that it is a chattanooga shooting supply exclusive. i imagine they are a distributor similar to Talo. this would explain why S&W omits it on their site.

 

[Neanderthaler]

as usual, i shoot first, ask questions later. searching this site (after posting) has led me to plenty of info. i have enough attention span to scan the first page. sorry fellas, for asking you all to do my homework.

 

[gnystrom]

Last week a fellow RSO pulled out a 642 with stainless barrel and cylinder. Cut for moon clips and no other markings on the gun. Heavy but very smooth trigger. He bought it used so I can't give you any more info but it was a really slick gun.