sw 442/642 no lock

[blues7]

Are these revolvers really painful to shoot? I don't have very strong hands, but if can shoot a 9mm compact easily. I've been thinking about getting a revolver, but I'm afraid I won't want to practice with it. I can't afford to do anything other than keep it stock, so I wouldn't be able to change out the grips.

No, not painful at all imho. You'll feel the recoil more than in a larger framed firearm but not in a painful or uncomfortable way in my experience. The stock grips are very comfortable for me.

I have a 642 for those times when I want something pocketable or for just around home and environs. (Of course it also qualifies as a nice BUG as well.)

Picked mine up at Bud's during the holidays. LEO price was $337...a few dollars more if paying with a credit card.

 

[ContinentalOp]

Are these revolvers really painful to shoot? I don't have very strong hands, but if can shoot a 9mm compact easily. I've been thinking about getting a revolver, but I'm afraid I won't want to practice with it. I can't afford to do anything other than keep it stock, so I wouldn't be able to change out the grips.

Recoil is pretty subjective, so it's nearly impossible for me to say if you'll find it painful. When I started shooting my 642 I used standard pressure ammo and then worked my way up to +P. It does have some kick, but I think most people could probably get used to shooting it with standard pressure ammo. Good grips are very helpful. The stock grips are ok, but I can't shoot as many rounds comfortably with them as I can with Spegel boot grips. I can usually shoot around 75 rounds per shooting session without a problem, mostly standard pressure ammo but with maybe 15-25 rounds of +P. More than that and I usually end up having to ice my hand.

If at all possible, you should try shooting one to see, either from a friend or a rental range. It does help to have a firm grip, but you certainly don't need super strong hands to shoot one.

 

[ContinentalOp]

Regarding 442 vs. 642, I don't think you'll go wrong with either so long as you realize the 442 will require a little more in the way of preventive maintenance. I prefer the 642 for the stainless steel's lower maintenance needs. It's a carry gun so I don't really care about the alloy frame finish as it doesn't affect the gun's function.

I've had 2 642-1s. The first finish started flaking badly within a few months of carry and practice. I've had the second one almost a year-and-a-half now, and it's only just recently started showing signs of finish wear on the backstrap (I'm not counting holster wear). So it may be a toss up as to whether you get a bad finish or not on the 642.

 

[crazyphil]

What kind of grip is that?

What's with that screw right in front of the Barami? Looks like
it's too big, starting out, or both?

 

[crazyphil]

The 442 is one of the best damned carry options out there. I've got several, but my favorite has at least a couple thousand rounds through it. Locks up tight as new. The finish holds up well. Good weight for carry but not too light. Not a spot of corrosion, even after years of IWB carry in hot Charlotte, NC summers. Also, I have a "no lock" 442 fitted with a titanium cylinder. Did a thread about that swap years ago.

Sorry,, my question above, was meant for you.

 

[scruffy]

Are these revolvers really painful to shoot? I don't have very strong hands, but if can shoot a 9mm compact easily. I've been thinking about getting a revolver, but I'm afraid I won't want to practice with it. I can't afford to do anything other than keep it stock, so I wouldn't be able to change out the grips.

I start practice with Remington .38 FMJ 130 grain ammo which is relatively cheap and very soft shooting. I change over and finish practice with WWB .38 +P 125 grain SJHP which I use for carry. Again, relatively inexpensive and very accurate in my 442. Recoil is mild. A little more snappy than the non +P but not uncomfortable either. Old school bullet technology but I sure wouldn't want to get shot with it.

 

[NCBeagle]

Following up on my earlier post about the Barami Hip Grip, Tyler T, and rubber set up. Tucks away comfortably without additional holster. Conceals even under a T-shirt in the summer.




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[NCBeagle]

What's with that screw right in front of the Barami? Looks like

it's too big, starting out, or both?

That is a slightly larger sideplate screw that came with a "clip grip." I removed the clip grip but lost the original sideplate screw. That's all.


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[wcroadie]

I am most likely picking up one of these tomorrow, leaning towards the 442, shop near me has them on sale. I carry a shield 9 now, but want the revolver to pocket carry and because I want, er need another firearm

 

[Bill In Texas]

I don't have a 442 or a 642, but I can report that the clear coat on my 637-2 is still looking good 6 years down the road. This is a regular carried and shot gun.

I usually opt for stainless steel guns due to living on the Gulf Coast with the high humidity. Hope this helps!

 

[MCorps0311]

I'm happy with my 442-2 i've only had it about five months.

 

[crazyphil]

Here is my 642-1 (no lock) shown with some hollow base wad cutter
hollow points.

2nd from left it is residing in a Price Western #320 which is their
interpretation of Chic Gaylord's Combat Speed Scabbard. On a
Milt Sparks gunbelt. My favorite carry rig for the 642.
The IWB below left is an "Inconspicuous" by Mark Garrity. Below right
is a hard shell talon by Lou Alessi.

3rd from left with a Delfatti ASP-DD shark trimmed IWB on a Crescent
shark belt.

4th from left with a Black Hills high ride shark on the shark belt.

5th is in a TJ gator pancake on a gator belt by James Culver.

 

[wcroadie]

Well work got in the way and I wasn't able to get my 442 until today, wil probably go monday and shoot it.