Which J frame is the best?

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Which J frame is the best?

5 Great J-Frame Options for Concealed Carry

  • S&W Bodyguard. There are a number of Bodyguard models out there, and the Bodyguard might be the most famous J-Frame on the market.
  • Ruger SP 101. Technically this is a little big for a J-Frame or Snub nose rating.
  • Colt Cobra.
  • S&W 638.
  • Ruger LCR.
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Why is it called a J frame?

Why the guns are called “J-Frames” is a story in itself. When Smith and Wesson designed the side swing (referring to the swing-out cylinders) line of revolvers in 1894, there were two frame sizes. The small frame size was called the I-Frame; the larger was the K-Frame.

What is the difference between J frame and K frame revolvers?

J-Frame Revolvers S&W had two frame sizes in 1894 when it designed the side swing or swing-out-cylinders line of revolvers. The smaller-sized frame was called the “I-frame,” and the larger-sized frame was known as the “K-frame.” These designations were an internal way for employees to identify the frame sizes.

Is the Lady Smith AJ frame?

Later LadySmith small revolvers were made on the somewhat larger J-frame, the standard S&W small-frame revolver. The tiny M-frame . 22″ hand-ejector Ladysmith revolver was produced from 1902 through 1921, and later diminutive revolvers were termed LadySmith, capitalizing the “S”.

What frame is the Colt King Cobra?

Built on Colt’s medium-size ‘V’ frame from 1986-1992, the King Cobra was offered in very hi-grade carbon steel with Colt’s signature bright and highly-polished deep royal blued finish.

What size frame is a Colt Python?

Description. The Colt Python is a double action handgun chambered for the . 357 Magnum cartridge, built on Colt’s large I-frame.

What frame is the 686?

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The Model 686 is based on S&W’s L (medium) revolver frame. During the 1980s, Smith & Wesson developed its L-Frame line of . 357 Magnums: the Model 581, Model 586, Model 681 and Model 686.

Is the S&W Airweight J frame?

The Smith & Wesson J Frame Model 642 Airweight NL 38 S&W Special Revolver has an aluminum alloy frame and a snag-free enclosed hammer. It is also rated for continuous +P Use and has no internal lock. You must be a resident of the state selected for pickup.

Is a 38 A good carry gun?

38 revolver is a ridiculously reliable gun. You won’t be winning any long distance sharpshooting challenges with it, but you will feel safe carrying one.