Ordered an M&P 340

[Offshell]

So, I was debating back and forth between an LCR357 and an M&P340. I'd shot the LCR357 quite a bit, but never shot the M&P. I saw the M&P become available so I took a chance and placed an order for one.

I'm curious what other owners carry in the 340 and what some good holster options are for it. Hopefully even if I regret getting it after firing 357, I think I'd still be happy with it as a 38+p at 13 oz.

 

[jack the toad]

IMO, prolly the most unpleasant handgun (recoil wise when using full house loads) I've shot. But I still like 'em.
Although Ruger is fine, I'd went with the S&W too.

 

[Offshell]

Do they make any other grips that might make it just a bit more enjoyable at the range?

 

[jack the toad]

Grips make it tolerable but if you're like a lot of 340 owners I've known, get some .38's.
But at least try it with some mags if you've never done it.
ETA:
the old saying shaking hands with the devil comes to mind.

 

[Offshell]

Can anyone recommend a simple IWB holster from amazon until I can place orders with some of the others that take 10+ weeks?

 

[Pitdog02]

Mika pocket holster #1, IWB is gonna have to be kydex if you want to reholster. Galco is acceptable option for medium cost.

 

[Offshell]

Thanks, I plan to order one of the Mika holsters. I ordered a cheap leather option on amazon to get me through IWB until I can figure out how I want to carry. Not having much luck finding any 357 at the moment other than buffalo bore 158gr. I want to try 357 in it when it arrives, but I think I want to find something a bit softer in 357 for the first time out. I've already got a bunch of 38 and some 38+P Corbon DPX.

How does this gun handle reloads? I thought I saw something on the forum about the 340 and lead reloads (maybe it was the 340PD).

 

[robotoid]

M&P 340 might be the pinnacle (IMHO) of the J frame centennial design. The only that that might make it slightly better (and this is just a personal preference of mine) is if it came in a silver/stainless tone finish. I likes my revolvers shiny!

 

[b_san]

So, I was debating back and forth between an LCR357 and an M&P340. I'd shot the LCR357 quite a bit, but never shot the M&P. I saw the M&P become available so I took a chance and placed an order for one.

From grabagun yesterday?

 

[Four Knives]

Test ammo in it.

158gr Federal and Magtech would crimp-jump on me, and lock the cylinder.

Didn't have that problem with Gold Dot, Winch Silvertip, or Rem JHP - all of which were lower grainweight

 

[DAdams]

I have had one since they came out. Great carry snub. XS night sights are great.
Mika Roundcut for the pocket.
Crimson Trace 305 or 405. I prefer the 405 for pocket carry. They do a good job in assisting with recoil mitigation.
I standardized on Speer Gold Dots for short barrel. 135 grain plus P.
You know you will have to try some .357. ; - )





OWB

 

[Offshell]

From grabagun yesterday?

Ha, yes. Didn't seem like too bad of a price.

I have had one since they came out. Great carry snub. XS night sights are great.
Mika Roundcut for the pocket.
Crimson Trace 305 or 405. I prefer the 305 for pocket carry. They do a good job in assisting with recoil mitigation.

I was just debating ordering the LG-405. I saw a few people mentioning that they are a bit easier on the hand for recoil as well compared to the stock grips. I assume you are saying the 305 over the 405 for pocket carry only because of the recoil and not anything to do with the actual ease of pocket carrying?

 

[b_san]

Thought so, I had it in my cart for a little while before I decided I didn't need one right now... it was a good price though, you're welcome!

The LG-405 is the better choice for a carry J frame, the LG-305 is too large IMO.

 

[Offshell]

Thought so, I had it in my cart for a little while before I decided I didn't need one right now... it was a good price though, you're welcome!

The LG-405 is the better choice for a carry J frame, the LG-305 is too large IMO.

I got the notification earlier in the day and went back and forth myself before finally committing and purchasing it. I'm glad it was still available when I finally made the decision. Hopefully I'll have it in hand and to the range by early next week.

 

[DAdams]

Yes, the smaller set of the two for pocket carry. I bought them factory supplied because I wanted the S&W logo.

 

[hotrod150]

.... the old saying shaking hands with the devil comes to mind.

Or "they're made to kill at one end and hurt at the other".