Can we have our K Frames back?

[FHBrumb]

With the advances that allow our J Frames to fire 5 Magnuns, our L Frames to fire 7 Magnums, and our N Frames to fire 8 Magnums why can't we have our 6 shot K Frames back?

 

[hitecrednek]

I"ve wondered the same thing; if a J-frame can take 357, why not a K frame?

 

[bmcgilvray]

Supposedly the frame's not tall enough which entails thinning the barrel shank (flat on bottom) so the yoke has clearance. Historically no problem with the various non-magnum cartridges for which it was chambered, this thin spot is suppose to be the weak link on the K-Frame gun when used with hot .357 Magnum ammunition.

I never had problems with K-Frame magnum revolvers but then I mostly used 158 grain hand loads. I would like to add another classic 4-inch Model 19 to my collection and I'd trust it to "go the distance."

 

[cmp944]

Originally posted by bmcgilvray:
Supposedly the frame's not tall enough which entails thinning the barrel shank (flat on bottom) so the yoke has clearance. Historically no problem with the various non-magnum cartridges for which it was chambered, this thin spot is suppose to be the weak link on the K-Frame gun when used with hot .357 Magnum ammunition.



I never had problems with K-Frame magnum revolvers but then I mostly used 158 grain hand loads. I would like to add another classic 4-inch Model 19 to my collection and I'd trust it to "go the distance."

Then the steel insert used in the PD series wouldn't work either?

 

[Marshall 357]

3'' 66 would be fine with me

 

[n4zov]

+1 on just about any K-frame and without "improvements" like the multi piece barrel assembly.

 

[tekarra]

Just about any K froame without the "improvements".
Amen to that brother.

 

[Andy Taylor]

Then the steel insert used in the PD series wouldn't work either?

The insert is on the underside of the topstrap. The area of issue is the bottom of the barrel.

 

[FHBrumb]

I've seen one or two k frames on GB, but have hesitated a bit.

I'd love a 65 with a 3 inch barrel.

I've never heard of the barel shank thing. That's good to know. But it seems silly that S&W can crank out j frame 357s one after the other, and not put the k frame back.

And I agree, screw the multiple piece barrels...

 

[BobsSmith]

The K frames rock!

Probably the best combat double action revolver made. Although I do love my L frame M 586.

Bob