J-Frame Recommendations/Comments

[649 Bodyguard]

Get the one you really like. If looks are a big influence, so be it. Any and all of your choices are great j frames. Bottom line, personal taste.

I have to agree with snubbiebob on this one.

 

[649 Bodyguard]

I have carried a bodyguard for forty-three years as a BUG/OD and now as a CCW. I have a 442, 642 and 640, all are fine guns, however, the bodyguard will always be my only BUG/OD/CCW. Some forum members think the are ugly, I would diagree, a bodyguard is a thing of beauty and grace and should be cherished as a fine wine or beautiful woman. One must also keep in mind that it's bite is very deadly.

I also have to agree with cjtraining on this one to.

 

[deadeyeluke]

Dang Los that thing is beuttifulllll ... now I want one and i was just lurking.

 

[white cloud]

i too have a 642 with the "dreaded hole". it is a fine and trustworthy companion.

 

[budgeteer]

Thanks to all for the informative, thoughtful, and generous comments and suggestions. Although I'm very much in the group that looks at this particular weapon as a tool, this is going to take a little more thought on my part to come to a final decision.

All things considered, however, it's looking like a no-lock 442 is taking the lead in my deliberations since it's light, durable, and lock-free. This weapon will be carried in the Texas heat and humidity, so a 642 isn't out of the question, either.

Thanks again and stay safe. I'll post a picture when I get my J-frame and holster.

 

[velomax101]

J-frame & Kramer

The snub and holster should look a bit like this.......