Thinking about getting the S&W 340PD but have questions please.

[snowman.45]

340

I've owned the 340Sc and have fired magnums in it. That isn't pleasant, but you can live with it. I currently have a 342PD that I really like. It's very light and keeps me from being tempted to carry .357 in it. I'm considering a 340 M&P no lock, if I can find one (and afford it), but I'll probably only carry Buffalo Bore 158 gr. LHP rounds at 1000 fps. They'll hurt enough, I'm sure. I did notice a bit of bullet pulling with some of the lighter magnums, but that was pretty much solved when I went to the .357 135 gr. GDHP. Even in magnum, it wasn't too bad.

 

[Joni_Lynn]

I forget, but I think they have either 3 or 5 locations.

 

[Roger S&W]

Thanks Joni, you're right...I looked them up and will contact them as to how I can proceed with my effort to find one.

 

[diyj98]

Roger,

I've a like new 340PD I'd let go for $600.00, but it has the darn internal lock. Of course they're easy to remove.

 

[Roger S&W]

They are? Are you sure? Then why the big deal about the issue? Doesn't quite sound right. Hope it's true.

 

[diyj98]

They are? Are you sure? Then why the big deal about the issue? Doesn't quite sound right. Hope it's true.

It's not rocket science for sure.
YouTube - S&W Internal Lock Removal

 

[Roger S&W]

Thank you. You may have saved me alot of $$$ and aggrevation. Although, I'm no gunsmith. Mabe I'll have one do it and polish the internals for a smoother, lighter trigger pull. And mabe a front Mepro sight if I don't go with the 340M&P..All this said, now I'm thinking 442 for $300.00 less and 2 more oz. in weight.

 

[Roger S&W]

I own the 360 M&P but found that I do not shoot it that well compared to my aluminum frame model 638. I have tried .357 and .38 in the 360 M&P without any problems, but the issues of bullet pull concern me enough that I have decided to sell/trade it.

It does carry great but I have to have confidence in my daily carry and find it lacking with the extremely light weight guns (my mental issue only). The alloy frames are only a couple of ounces heavier so I really don't notice the difference.

All that said, they are fine weapons and I do not discourage anyone from purchasing or carrying them.

Old cop....all the input here from several members has been very helpful, but yours helped the most...I decided to get the 442 No lock. Thank you sir.

 

[pittpa]

Davidson's has some Performance Center guns avalable in the 442/642 line. I don't know how their prices compare but you can get a quote in your zip code.

 

[Roger S&W]

Thanks. I just went ahead and placed my order for a 442 No Lock on Buds.

Oh...
ANNOUNCEMENT: BUDS HAS BRAND NEW 442 NO LOCKS FOR $438.00!!!

 

[luangtom]

Not at all, I appreciate it. Why did you get the two guns that are so similar to eachother? Just curious as I'm trying to decide BETWEEN the two. Is the 2 oz. difference really noticable? Do you prefer the sights better on the 340PD during the day? And the 340M&P at night, obviously? Curious.

The reason I purchased both models is that I got the 340PD first and wanted to have one with the stainless cylinder, so I purchased the M&P340.

The sights on them are now the same. The M&P340 comes with the XS Regular-Dot and that is what I had installed on the 340PD. They both have the white-outline tritium night-sight now. As I have said previously, I love the both. The weight-difference is not detectable by me....

 

[bobf]

Davidson's has some Performance Center guns avalable in the 442/642 line. I don't know how their prices compare but you can get a quote in your zip code.

These are listed with performance center guns but they are regular S&Ws which are "performance center super tuned". They do have a really nice action but they have the regular S&W logos.
A card is included saying they are "PC super tuned resulting in a 25% reduction in double action trigger pull".
The listed modifications are: Hand stoned trigger, hammer foot and rebound seat and reduced rebound spring. retail value of this super tuned action is $89.
I wish all my J frames had a trigger like these, if not for shipping costs they would.
Bob

 

[CAJUNLAWYER]

I am probably one of the manly'est man you willever meet. I own a 337 and when I shoot it with my 148 gr Fiocchi's-it literally brings tears to my eyes.. I can't imagine shooting .357's out od a scandium J frame. Plus, I always wondered why Smith discontinued K frame .357's but then chambered teir J frames in .357. What's up wit dat

 

[Roger S&W]

lol Going with the 442 lol .38 Special +P only lol

 

[Roger S&W]

These are listed with performance center guns but they are regular S&Ws which are "performance center super tuned". They do have a really nice action but they have the regular S&W logos.
A card is included saying they are "PC super tuned resulting in a 25% reduction in double action trigger pull".
The listed modifications are: Hand stoned trigger, hammer foot and rebound seat and reduced rebound spring. retail value of this super tuned action is $89.
I wish all my J frames had a trigger like these, if not for shipping costs they would.
Bob

Very interesting....well, just bought my new 442 NO LOCK from Buds for a good price, however, thank you for those "trigger job details" as perhaps in the near future I'll want to improve the trigger pull.

Does anybody know what this type of work will bring the regular trigger pull FROM and then TO in terms of lbs.?

Two details you described above I know of, but what's hammer foot and rebound seat? Anybody know, briefly, what is actually done with these two types of work?

 

[Old cop]

In answer to your question, you are right. The aluminum frame guns (e.g., airweight) are only two ounces heavier, do not have the bullet pull issue and are much better shooters. I shoot my 638 much better than the 360 M&P, giving me increased confidence in my ability with it.

That said I've been carrying airweight J's for over 40 years (I'm retired from LE now) and have a clear preference for them. When I purchased the 360 M&P I got it used for a fair price. To me, if buying new the better deal is the aluminum frame airweights. I don't notice the weight difference and have decided to sell the 360 M&P to a friend who really wants one. I'll probably use the money to pick up another aluminum J, this time without the lock.

Best of luck. All of the S&W Js are fine guns and you really cannot go wrong once you understand the limitations of the different models.

 

[Roger S&W]

thanks Old Cop, your comments earlier along these same lines helped me to realize the 442 is the way to go for me...

Another question please. Is it recommended that snap caps be used while dry firing a revolver with an internal hammer?

Can repeated dry firing smooth out the action a little or do you recommend a "trigger job"? (mabe I should just wait to get the gun and see how it is first!)

 

[P&R Fan]

Snap away without snap caps. (With the revolver pointed in a safe direction and only after you've triple checked it to make sure there are no cartridges in it).
Dry firing won't hurt it a bit.

 

[Roger S&W]

Thank you! Another question, seems obvious, but I've learned never to assume....can I add the Crimson Laser grips to my 442 if i want to later on?

 

[Imshootin]

Thank you! Another question, seems obvious, but I've learned never to assume....can I add the Crimson Laser grips to my 442 if i want to later on?

Of course.