How Many Have DUMPED their J-Frame for a NEW MINI Semi-Auto?
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I tried the LCP and a few others but kept going back to my J frame. My recent purchase of the new Glock 42 was a disaster which is on its way back to the factory. When I get it back I don't know if I'll ever trust it.
The times I really needed a gun (LEO days) it was the revolver that was pressed into service. While my tie to the J may be somewhat emotional b/c of my LEO experiences, it will always be my EDC.
The times I really needed a gun (LEO days) it was the revolver that was pressed into service. While my tie to the J may be somewhat emotional b/c of my LEO experiences, it will always be my EDC.
Green Frog
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"... dump my J-frame..?" Are you crazy? A tiny semi-auto might have its place (like in some lady's "boo-dwah") but real men carry a Chief's Special for that final resort when all talking stops and things have gotten serious. JMHO - YMMV
Froggie
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*Magic*
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When I first started carrying I carried a full size 1911 that was almost 18 years ago. I have tried all the new small autos in 380 and 9mm, and now carry a 637 in my front pocket for the last 2 years and don't think I will ever go back to carrying a auto. My j frame just vanishes in my front pocket!
howiema
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My model 36 is always with me, I will never dump it. I have carried a Browning hi power and a SW 1911 SC just can never get comfortable with them the J frame is the way to go.
I don't carry all the time, but when I do it's my model 60-12 in .38 special. Just feel more comfortable with it.
SAFireman
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Nope, I still carry a J frame.
A J everyday keeps the bad guys away
A J everyday keeps the bad guys away
papajohn428
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Different guns for different seasons, and different reasons. Sometimes a J-frame is all you can easily hide, other times you dress around the gun you feel is better suited to the situation. My carry guns vary between my 642, my 36-1 3", one of my 64's, other days I feel a 1911 or the Ruger SR-40 is a better idea. Keep saving your nickles, and buying new choices. Nearly every gun is a compromise, you just have to decide whether to compromise in comfort, concealability, ammo capacity or weight. I'm not a fan of cold weather, but it's nice to be able to easily conceal the biggest gun you carry, just because. When I can't hide a 1911 I carry something smaller, but when you're headed into harm's way, a 15-shot 45 is VERY comforting! But no, I'll never retire the J-frames. They have their niche too!
J frame
637 with old, small wood grips....in front pocket...... never carry my XDS45 or my Glock 36 although I do love them and they are great...but in real life, the 637 and a front pocket carry is all I really need....
637 with old, small wood grips....in front pocket...... never carry my XDS45 or my Glock 36 although I do love them and they are great...but in real life, the 637 and a front pocket carry is all I really need....
I never really did carry a J frame. I always carried a Semi-auto and dressed around the gun. Back in 90 or 91 I picked-up a Mod. 36 and ankled carried when I had to tuck in my shirt, but it was pretty much always a semi-auto 9 (now .40) on my hip.
Recently I started carrying a back-up gun. At first it was a J frame, but now it's the LCP. Lighter, 3 extra rounds (with grip extender), and it conceals better.
I still love J frames, but for me, it's always been a capacity issue. I'd rather have a 7 or 8 shot pocket .380 or 9, than a 5 shot.
I always recommend a light weight J to those that want to carry but aren't gun people. For those that won't take care of a semi (clean the lint and lubricate regular), the J should work under minor neglected conditions (just keep pulling the trigger til it goes bang).
But at the end of the day, it's doesn't matter what anyone else likes. It's what works for you. The beauty of the hobby is trial and error.
Recently I started carrying a back-up gun. At first it was a J frame, but now it's the LCP. Lighter, 3 extra rounds (with grip extender), and it conceals better.
I still love J frames, but for me, it's always been a capacity issue. I'd rather have a 7 or 8 shot pocket .380 or 9, than a 5 shot.
I always recommend a light weight J to those that want to carry but aren't gun people. For those that won't take care of a semi (clean the lint and lubricate regular), the J should work under minor neglected conditions (just keep pulling the trigger til it goes bang).
But at the end of the day, it's doesn't matter what anyone else likes. It's what works for you. The beauty of the hobby is trial and error.
Harrison
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I traded my 642 in on a Kahr 9 it is slightly smaller than the 642, and weighs the same with two more rounds of a more effective cartridge. Great for pocket carry.
sps282
Member
Have a few small semi-auto pistols but still prefer my j-frame even with it's limited capacity and I work real hard to stay out of harms way.
Arik
Member
I started in the dark side. 
I have 2 model 36s. I like em and carry one when I walk my dog. However, honestly I find a small semi auto like a Kahr PM9/45 to be overall better
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I have 2 model 36s. I like em and carry one when I walk my dog. However, honestly I find a small semi auto like a Kahr PM9/45 to be overall better
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Biginge
SWCA Member, Absent Comrade
What Law and Order said. If I was to get a bad primer, etc. with my 342 all I need do is pull the trigger again and a "fresh" ctg. presents itself for sacrifice. At my advanced age I don't need to run the drills of racking the slide to get a new ctg. Might be too late anyway. Keep it simple stupid. Living example of that.
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Lightweight, enclosed hammer J frame, pocket carry- for me, it just doesn't get any better! To answer your question, "No, I haven't dumped it" and I don't envision ever dumping it for a mini semi-auto.
SJshooter
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I still carry a J-frame. .38+P can do the job. .380 is just weak.
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Started with a 36 in the 60's.
Then a 38, Nickel 49, Electroless Nickel 442,
640 (38), 340PD & 351C.
Went from steel to airweight to Scandium,
but came back to the best J ever made.
The 640(38).
A Glock 26 is sometimes used as a 2nd gun to the 640
and sometimes the 640 is the 2nd gun to the 26.
The 26 IS a great gun, but I'm NEVER without the 640.
Both are loaded with Corbon DPX +P's.
Then a 38, Nickel 49, Electroless Nickel 442,
640 (38), 340PD & 351C.
Went from steel to airweight to Scandium,
but came back to the best J ever made.
The 640(38).
A Glock 26 is sometimes used as a 2nd gun to the 640
and sometimes the 640 is the 2nd gun to the 26.
The 26 IS a great gun, but I'm NEVER without the 640.
Both are loaded with Corbon DPX +P's.
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I had 5 autos, I now have 4 revolvers(3 s/w and 1 Taurus).
S/w 625-10 snub
S/w 340pd
S/w 442
Taurus 455 snub
P238 auto
I wouldn't trade off any of these. Believe it or not but the Taurus is excellent quality and one of my favorites. The p238 is my first auto and the one I took my class with so it is staying. I will need it for my renewal also.
S/w 625-10 snub
S/w 340pd
S/w 442
Taurus 455 snub
P238 auto
I wouldn't trade off any of these. Believe it or not but the Taurus is excellent quality and one of my favorites. The p238 is my first auto and the one I took my class with so it is staying. I will need it for my renewal also.
