Your Favorite .38 spcl

[TAROMAN]

Hey, I just bought a 10-8 38 special. The firing pin has a little play. I was told from one gunsmith that it might not be safe to shoot. When I spoke to someone where I bought it, they said it is supposed to be like that. Any info will help. Thanks.

The hammer nose is supposed to move around a small amount.

 

[Ron H.]

I know a lot of shootists who shoot .38's from their .357,

but--

What is your favorite S&W .38 model?

Sir, I'm not much of a .38 guy. I've owned exactly two, a 1951 Combat Masterpiece and an early '80s Model 49. I have only the Model 49 now. It's a good little gun--makes more sense to me than a K-frame .38 for carry.

JMHO, FWIW.

Hope this helps, and Semper Fi.

Ron H.

 

[tripledipper]

In the 4 snubs I have, 2 are air/light weights, 642-1 and a Colt Cobra. Have to go with the Colt. In steel/ss, a 649-1 & 10-5. Both great shooters but the j is an easier cc. My 4" 38's are a 15-3, 10-8HB and a 357 66-1. A tossup between the 15 and the 66 using 38sp. Why limit yourself to just one favorite.

 

[el jefe]

As I was testing a 14-7 at the gun shop, I asked my older buddy behind the counter what his favorite .38 was? A 67 was his quick response.

I hope this link has accurate info, like everything else on the internet.

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