The current j frame line comprises models chambered for 22 lr 22 magnum 38 s w special and 357 magnum.
Smith and wesson j frame revolver review.
As part of my quest for the ideal carry revolver i had my eyes on one of the current 357 magnum models which s w was kind enough to loan me for review.
It was introduced in 1950 and is still in production in the classic blued model 36 and the stainless steel model 637 airweight.
A smith wesson j frame revolver is a solid and easy to tote choice for concealed carry.
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The centennial j frame conceals well and won t hang up or snag in a pocket or holster.
If you intend to carry the 686p be prepared for some differences from carrying a semi auto.
The smith wesson model 36 also known as the chief s special is a revolver chambered for 38 special it is one of several models of j frame revolvers.
I like the fact that it s not made of plastic.
Available in various calibers and with three diverse hammer designs it is no surprise that the smith wesson j frame has become the most popular small frame defense revolver on the market the.
The j frame is often considered the classic snub nosed revolver.
In smith s current catalog there are nearly 40 variants of the j frame and that s just a fraction of the hundreds of different j frame models that have been offered over the years.
Smith wesson j frame revolvers have had your back since 1950.
The s w j frame has been around for some time and there are plenty of holster options available for it.
It shoots very straight notwithstanding its tiny 1 875 barrel.
It s smith wesson s smallest revolver and therefore the easiest to conceal.
The model 642 is perhaps the best of the best.
Smith wesson offers these revolvers in the production m p pro series and classics series of revolvers.
The 686p cylinder is wider than a glock s frame and the curves of a revolver can be harder to conceal too.
First of all is the bulk.
This gun is a bit large for concealed carry.
Kudos to smith and wesson for producing a nice factory trigger.
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These small revolvers were designed to fire a full power round and are as simple and easy to use as they are reliable.
Smith wesson manufactures a range of small frame revolvers for self defense.