As silly as this sounds...

[NoseGoblin]

I'm new to revolvers. I've used them, but never owned one. My intention is to purchase a pocket carry snub. Very interested in the 640. I have some concerns. The internal hammer of the Centennial model. Does this affect cleaning? Is it easy to access for cleaning ? What is involved in cleaning it that is different than and exposed hammer ? (Etc.) Also is a 3lb trigger ridicules in a double action only pocket weapon? I know 5lb trigger is standard. Can it be modified ? Also any pro's/con's to exposed/enclosed hammer aside from catching it on its way out of your pocket ?

Thank you for any helpful decision making information.

Nose Goblin

 

[ronnie gore]

snub

i carry a 342 and a 640 hammerless snub, and there is no extra cleaning needed. once a year i pull the side plate off and lubricate the internals after cleaning out the old lube,but that is probaly not neccessary. since using the hammerless snubs i traded off all exposed hammer guns since the hammerless ones just carry in your pocket better. as far as the trigger pull i don't not alter mine at all just let them smooth up by working them. these are up close use guns.

 

[murphydog]

Hi, and welcome! The 640 or Centennial revolvers don't have a 3-5 pound DA trigger pull weight, probably closer to 6-9 pounds. I'm sure someone on the Forum with a gauge has measured this and can let you know.

It is likely in a defense situation that you will use a gun like this in DA mode, so even if you buy a traditional SA/DA revolver you will want to practice mostly "long pull" shooting. If having SA capability is important, consider a model 638 or 649 Bodyguard with the shrouded hammer. On this type, you would have to keep the channel where the hammer sits free of debris. Hope this is helpful.

 

[bubbajoe45]

The internal hammer of the Centennial model. Does this affect cleaning? Is it easy to access for cleaning ? What is involved in cleaning it that is different than and exposed hammer ? (Etc.) Also is a 3lb trigger ridicules in a double action only pocket weapon? I know 5lb trigger is standard. Can it be modified ? Also any pro's/con's to exposed/enclosed hammer aside from catching it on its way out of your pocket ?

Thank you for any helpful decision making information.

Nose Goblin

That IS one of the pros of a Centennial is that there's alot less cleaning (designed for pocket carry and DA shooting). A 36/37 will not only snag more readily, it will stuff up with lint and crap much easier in a pocket (even with a pocket holster (which is recommended)). I'm not exactly sure, but I believe the DA trigger pull weight will be more like 9-11, possibly even 13 pounds. You may be thinking of the SA pull weight (which the Centennial doesn't have).

 

[NoseGoblin]

Okay. I actually don't know where I came up with a 5lb trigger pull. I know I was shown the difference on a SA/DA in my permit class, and was told it was 1lb/5lb so I just assumed they were all the same. I dont feel as though it would be a problem, as you have brought up the fact that this is a close quarters weapon.
(Still thinking 1911 stuff I guess) It's nice getting information from people that actually want to help, and are not trying to sell me something.

Nose Goblin

 

[cowboy117]

My 37-2 has a 14 Lb.[stock springs] pull.Good to go.It is DAO with factory bobbed hammer.Also have a 640-1[enclosed hammer].Clean up is easy on both.

 

[Lop]

Hi Nose,
I've got a 637. That's the airwieght w/ hammer. Nice shooting gun. I'm not a great shot, but at 25 yards I can plink 8 inch steel plates in SA mode. But really, this gun is a SHTF gun. If the BG is 25 yards away, I'm not going to be shooting him. If I ever need to pull this trigger, it will be DA. So to flip your question a little, why would you put the SA option on a snubbie? My .44 I shoot mostly in SA, but I don't usually use it as a SD gun. It is a fun shooting and hunting gun. Also, for the "non-gun-nut" who won't be shooting as a sport/hobby/obsession, the hammerless is simple and clean.

 

[boats1]

We like our 640. Agree with other posts. We did have the trigger spring changed for a lighter pull. Dry-fire practice is a good idea.