642 info needed-----------

[Maddog 521]

I just got a 642 and would like to find out the DOB. It is a 642-2---ser#DBA 15xx. I am thinking rather new. Also I have been reading your posts about cleaning and maint. I have been using "Kleen Bore"---Formula 3 Gun Conditioner on other guns with no problems. Is the KB products safe to use on the coated surface? If not I will get some Breakfree. Let me know and thanks

 

[Maddog 521]

I just got a 642 and would like to find out the DOB. It is a 642-2---ser#DBA 15xx. I am thinking rather new. Also I have been reading your posts about cleaning and maint. I have been using "Kleen Bore"---Formula 3 Gun Conditioner on other guns with no problems. Is the KB products safe to use on the coated surface? If not I will get some Breakfree. Let me know and thanks

 

[Maddog 521]

BTT

 

[Jimi]

Hoppes Elite, recommended by S&W Customer Service, and available at Walmart won't harm the finish.

I use it on my 637 Airweight.

Be very wary of blaster type cleaners and Hoppes #9 which can ruin the clear finish.

 

[HEADKNOCKER]

I use Birchwood Caseys Bore Scrubber on the spray on fragile finishes that S&W uses, It works much better than Hoppes#9 on my 342 & removes all but the worst burns, It's Good Stuff
Gary/Hk