sw44spl
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I looked at a used newer 3inch 5 shot J frame 357 with pacs on it.what is the recoil like on them? they may ask $399 for it and I will get if so.
J frame 357 ?
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Sportsterguy
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A little stout but tolerable for 5-10 rounds. After that I'm done! I ended up going down to .38 +P's. Way more comfortable and quicker finding the front sight.
I like Uncle Mikes full backstrap grips as they really help out in absorbing recoil.
Do your Pacs cover all the metal? If not invest in some rubber Uncle Mikes.
I like Uncle Mikes full backstrap grips as they really help out in absorbing recoil.
Do your Pacs cover all the metal? If not invest in some rubber Uncle Mikes.
palmetto99
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You didn't mention what model J frame. I will assume a model 60 (only J magnum I recall with a 3" pipe). I'll agree with all of what sportsterguys says. I find it takes longer to get back on target with the .357 round in my 60-9.
RAMS
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I've owned two S&W J Frame .357 Mags with 3" barrels: the M 60 and the M 360.
In each case, the Presentation Pachs were what I chose (they cover the backstrap) to reduce felt recoil, and they did so pretty well. The steel M 60 had less recoil, of course, because it's heavier than the easier-to-carry scandium alloy/titanium M 360.
In each case, the Presentation Pachs were what I chose (they cover the backstrap) to reduce felt recoil, and they did so pretty well. The steel M 60 had less recoil, of course, because it's heavier than the easier-to-carry scandium alloy/titanium M 360.
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sw44spl
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it is the solid stainless steelmodel 60 I may get it if they do ask $399 for it.and the grips do cover all the frame grip.
deadeyeluke
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That's a great gun for that money ( at least around here ) there are different levels of power in 357 and 38, from peashooter all the way up to big animal defence ..In a pinch. So with a little experimenting you can tailor it to just what you need or want. good luck
luangtom
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It is a good price for that particular revolver. Jump on it. The covered back-strap grips do alot to alleviate recoil and with the variety of ammo out there, I am sure you will find one that makes it not too outrageous. Good luck and good shooting........
I carry the Speer Gold Dot 357 Short Barrel 135 grain load. It is a lighter load than an old 357 mag loading and I think an excellent bullet/loading combination.
I use the factory grips that came on it, I believe they are the Uncle Mike's.
I use the factory grips that came on it, I believe they are the Uncle Mike's.
The Remington 125 grain Golden Saber .357s are also a great light .357 load. More umph than a .38 plus P with a recoil that is quite tolerable in the full-lugged 3" model 60 that I have. Great gun!
sourdough44
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Time to buy if that is the price on a Model 60.
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sw44spl
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KSCOWBOY that is what it looks like to a T
5 Shot
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that's what i was thinking, i bought a used stainless model 60 3 in. a few months ago, paid $500. The front part of the cylinder didn't even have any burn marks, couldn't of even been shot. i love mine...357 can be a fun but i bought it to shot 38 +P's.
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J-Frame Question, looking to purchase speedloaders for a M 60 LS 2in.
Already tried safarialand speedloader would not fit, will HKS fit before i purchase.
Already tried safarialand speedloader would not fit, will HKS fit before i purchase.
exfebee
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Safariland-v-HKS really depends on your Grip when used with a J-Frame. If the Grip is too big/bulky then the Speed-loader hangs up on it & you've gota tug & lug to get it back out. I've recently changed over to 5-Star speed loaders. They are slightly better. Not really a great match either with my grips. Altamont sent me a couple grips that are real nice, but again they "hang up" on the speed-loader. Shop around & get a set of Grips which has a decent clearance for the Speed loader to travel.
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Old 112
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sw44spl,
After shooting a couple of boxes of 357 and 38
through my friends 60-15, I was CONVERTED
to the 3" J frame.
My friend installed target type wood stocks.
It came with rubber, but he liked the look of wood, and
so do I.
It makes me look like an accurate shooter.
I recently acquired a 3" which I may post separately.
Regards,
Old 112
After shooting a couple of boxes of 357 and 38
through my friends 60-15, I was CONVERTED
to the 3" J frame.
My friend installed target type wood stocks.
It came with rubber, but he liked the look of wood, and
so do I.
It makes me look like an accurate shooter.
I recently acquired a 3" which I may post separately.
Regards,
Old 112
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cantpickone
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I personally find 357 Mag too much to deal with in a j frame, but I have small hands and I am getting weaker as I age (late 50's). Even with 38spl I find it to be quite tolerable with rubber grips that cover the back strap, but punishing shooting self defense ammo with the back strap exposed. Edit: I should qualify this by mentioning that I carry and shoot the 642 and 37, both aluminum frame models .
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That's a very good price by Arizona standards. I liked mine well enough to get a second one. The recoil is stiff but not unreasonable. It's very accurate, I can hit clay pigeon size targets out to 100 yards from a rest. I find it to be the best compromise between pocket gun & one big enough to hang onto.
I agree with those that suggest you find a .357 Magnum load that you can tolerate for your carry ammo. Using .38 Special in a .357 Magnum revolver is fine for practice at the range, but is a waste of potential otherwise. To my mind, it's akin to buying a car with a V-8 engine and then removing two spark plugs when you get it home.
Specifically, I would try the aforementioned Remington 125gr Golden Sabers and also Remington or Winchester brand 110gr JHPs. The 110gr JHP .38 Special loads, even +P+ loads, routinely suffered from inadequate penetration, but .357 Magnum loads using the same bullet eliminated this problem. In the mid-80s when the U.S. Border Patrol was looking for a replacement for their then current .38 Special 125gr +P+ "Treasury" load they, after extensive testing, chose the Remington .357 Magnum 110gr SJHP. One of the reasons given for choosing the 110gr SJHP was the relatively mild recoil it generated, making it easier on the men and their K-frame revolvers.
This load served as the USBP issued ammo from 1986 till 1994 when they switched to semi-auto pistols. During those eight years, this round produced consistently impressive results in actual shootings. For those unaware of this fact, the Border Patrol is annually involved in more shootings than all other federal agencies combined. Point being, they have always taken their ammo selection choices seriously.
Specifically, I would try the aforementioned Remington 125gr Golden Sabers and also Remington or Winchester brand 110gr JHPs. The 110gr JHP .38 Special loads, even +P+ loads, routinely suffered from inadequate penetration, but .357 Magnum loads using the same bullet eliminated this problem. In the mid-80s when the U.S. Border Patrol was looking for a replacement for their then current .38 Special 125gr +P+ "Treasury" load they, after extensive testing, chose the Remington .357 Magnum 110gr SJHP. One of the reasons given for choosing the 110gr SJHP was the relatively mild recoil it generated, making it easier on the men and their K-frame revolvers.
This load served as the USBP issued ammo from 1986 till 1994 when they switched to semi-auto pistols. During those eight years, this round produced consistently impressive results in actual shootings. For those unaware of this fact, the Border Patrol is annually involved in more shootings than all other federal agencies combined. Point being, they have always taken their ammo selection choices seriously.
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