+P rated or not?

[Art Doc]

+P doesn't kick hard. Again, people think it's a hot load. It's not.

It's generally speaking a 125 at 925. C'mon... Big recoil from this wimp?

 

[Dano]

sn#67xxx would put it around late 1955, maybe a little later. But certainly +P would be OK assuming you feel the need to do so. I see very little purpose in using it for recreational shooting. For personal defense, a cylinder load might provide some benefits.

That sounds about right but I wasn't sure. I bought it in 1969
from another Officer.
To be honest, I've just about decided that they're getting the
M-19 or nothing. That little M36 has been with me far to long
to part with now. My entire collection will be hers when I die,
but Lord willing, that won't be for another 20 to 30 years.
The 19 has laser grips, it'll fire anything they can pick up in
the .38 - .357 range and has no sentimental value to me.
It is a Pinned and Recessed M19-3 and in 98% condition if not
better and was in my possible gun for trade section anyway.
Yeah, love my daughter but she's going to have to listen to
her ole' man on this one. The M19 will be a far better choice
for her and the son-in-law to train on and use for getting their
TN HCP anyway. We can work on actual concealed weapons
when they get passed that stage.
Thanks for the assist and info everyone. You may have kept
me from making a big mistake.
Dano

 

[66Park]

+P doesn't kick hard. Again, people think it's a hot load. It's not.

It's generally speaking a 125 at 925. C'mon... Big recoil from this wimp?

In a K frame, not at all. In a J frame with stock grips and an inexperienced shooter, yes. My wife would shoot once and never shoot it again. I don't find it particularly pleasant, and I've been shooting since the early '80s. Fifty rounds out of my M36 in one session at the range is plenty for me. I usually shoot 158 gr at around 900. I don't shoot it for fun, I shoot it because it's a carry gun.

 

[linde]

Let's try this again. Serial #678xxx. Six numbers, no letters and it is a MOD 36 with no Dash.

Your updated s/n in post #10 above would likely put production of your Model 36 in 1968 . . . about a year before you bought it.

Good decision on sending the Model 19-3.

Russ

 

[linde]

In a K frame, not at all. In a J frame with stock grips and an inexperienced shooter, yes. My wife would shoot once and never shoot it again. I don't find it particularly pleasant, and I've been shooting since the early '80s . . .

I agree, the 2" Model 36 with round butt is best in the hands of an experienced shooter.

For those looking for a J-frame compromise for concealed carry, I recommend to new and experienced shooters the Model 36-1 (3" heavy barrel with square butt).

Even with factory grips (possibly add a grip adapter) it's relatively comfortable . . . replace them with Pachmyar Compac and even an inexperienced shooter will find the .38 Specials manageable and gain confidence . . . and that's the primary consideration.

Russ

 

[Dano]

Your updated s/n in post #10 above would likely put production of your Model 36 in 1968 . . . about a year before you bought it.

Good decision on sending the Model 19-3.

Russ

Thanks Russ. 1968: I was in Vietnam for TET and was
'volunteered' to stick around another 45 days for TET in
69. 1968 has a lot of memories for me. This old 36 is in
great shape mechanically, but like me, cosmetic wise,
some of the finish is worn off (from years of back pocket
carry). No rust, just shiny metal in places. The 19 is dang
near NIB without the box.
Thanks again,
Dano

 

[flagman1776]

If the M19-3 is on your trade list than fine. I decided to keep my original duty M19-2 in the safe along with the M66 which replaced it.
I turned up a reasonable cost PD trade in M66-7 MIM w/ 4" HB which is in my lock box on my side of the bed. It cleaned up nice & I swapped the Goodyears for stocks I liked better. It'll do to ride the river with!