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[jkingrph]

Here's a new- to- me S&W 640-1 with "barrel slots" !

I have one similar, sans barel slots. Mine is the model 342 , AirLite Ti, and is really too light. Even with standard 38 loads recoil is very strong, +P loads are severe. I have a little Kramer pocket holster that covers everything but the grip, changing the outline of the gun while in my pocket so it is not noticeable as a firearm. It's so light that it does not pull my pants down,

 

[MikePotts]

Yep...it's always a compromise. I have a nice Milt Sparks pocket holster made from Sharkskin for a j frame but it only works with my Airweight Bodyguard

 

[Kirk H.]

I have one similar, sans barel slots. Mine is the model 342 , AirLite Ti, and is really too light. Even with standard 38 loads recoil is very strong, +P loads are severe. I have a little Kramer pocket holster that covers everything but the grip, changing the outline of the gun while in my pocket so it is not noticeable as a firearm. It's so light that it does not pull my pants down,

I had the misfortune, notice didn't say pleasure of getting to fire .357 rounds out of one of those one time......after the 4th round, I said thanks but no thanks. The Smith rep who brought the toys to our range said he got that a lot. I still carry my 442 as a back up when working.

 

[RJR]

I had the misfortune, notice didn't say pleasure of getting to fire .357 rounds out of one of those one time......after the 4th round, I said thanks but no thanks. The Smith rep who brought the toys to our range said he got that a lot. I still carry my 442 as a back up when working.

Yeh,that recoil is brutal.

 

[Atticus Finch]

Jackie and I are taking North Carolina's concealed carry course this coming Sunday. Eight straight hours of gun law, safety and shooting instruction. I probably have a leg up on most folks when it comes to gun-related law, but I'm afraid I'm going to embarrass myself when it comes to pistol shooting. Especially in front of Jackie, who, as a US Marine, qualified expert or goddess or something with the 9mm. Oh well...if I don't have to shoot too far or too fast...and if the target is large enough...maybe I'll at least pass.

Neither of us has an eminent intention to carry a weapon, but I guess the day could come. Besides...there are worse ways to spend a Sunday than talking about and shooting guns.

AF

 

[BobHufford]

My wife was the best shot in our class. My daughter was second. I was happy to pass ...

 

[Kirk H.]

Yeh,that recoil is brutal.

Yeah, especially out of those scandium frames....

 

[jkingrph]

I had the misfortune, notice didn't say pleasure of getting to fire .357 rounds out of one of those one time......after the 4th round, I said thanks but no thanks. The Smith rep who brought the toys to our range said he got that a lot. I still carry my 442 as a back up when working.

I cannot imagine a . 357, or a 44 mag, I think they did make one They would probably be ok to carry for panic shots, if you had a fun of similar configuration but much heavier weight to practice with. Mine is the scandium frame .38 special and recoil is more brutal than a full sized mod 29, 44 mag

 

[Kirk H.]

I cannot imagine a . 357, or a 44 mag, I think they did make one They would probably be ok to carry for panic shots, if you had a fun of similar configuration but much heavier weight to practice with. Mine is the scandium frame .38 special and recoil is more brutal than a full sized mod 29, 44 mag

It was the S&W Model 340. And the 125 grain .357 Magnum rounds were just painful. The 442 that I carry is rated for +P and those are snappy in the air weight configuration, which is why I stick with the Speer 125 Grain Non +P JHP.

 

[Atticus Finch]

Well, I passed my written test and managed to keep all my rounds, except one lone stray, in the 9 or X ring. That, in spite of my old eyes and the fact that I was shooting my Model 36 with its 1.87 inch barrel. Jackie was shooting her snubby Taurus and kept her group about as tight.

So we passed the course and got our certificates. Now we wait for the sheriff to complete our background checks...including the mental health part...and we're good to go. I dunno. I'll probably stick a pistol under my jacket and walk around New Bern for a while...just so I can say I've carried concealed for my first time.

Legally.

AF

 

[DeaconKC]

Congrats on the CCW. Get a DeSantis Nemesis pocket holster. They make it so easy to have an "always" gun with you.

 

[Oldsarge]

Oregon is a 'shall issue' state. I can't personally imagine having any need to carry in this upscale neighborhood but I will probably get a CCW 'just 'cause'. First, though, I have to get a local drivers' license! Then we'll talk about other things.

 

[TPD166]

I'm thinning out some holsters, belts, grips, etc. if anyone is interested:

http://thefedoralounge.com/threads/auctions-mostly-vintage-holster-belts-etc.86276/

 

[green papaya]

NORINCO M1911A1 .45 auto , a M1911A1 clone that was manufactured in China for export, these are no longer imported into the USA, the president banned imports back in 1994.

The Chinese used 5100 series chromoly steel in the Norinco's, whereas pretty much everyone else used 4100 series.

Plus the Norinco's are forged. If you look at Norinco's up close, you will typically notice some of the machining is rough. This is usually evident in the slide serrations. 5100 series steel means shorter life for cutters and milling bits, but results in probably the strongest 1911 ever built.

it has a hard chromed barrel, and a forged slide & receiver, very tough and well built M1911A1.

 

[Kirk H.]

NORINCO M1911A1 .45 auto , a M1911A1 clone that was manufactured in China for export, these are no longer imported into the USA, the president banned imports back in 1994.

The Chinese used 5100 series chromoly steel in the Norinco's, whereas pretty much everyone else used 4100 series.

Plus the Norinco's are forged. If you look at Norinco's up close, you will typically notice some of the machining is rough. This is usually evident in the slide serrations. 5100 series steel means shorter life for cutters and milling bits, but results in probably the strongest 1911 ever built.

it has a hard chromed barrel, and a forged slide & receiver, very tough and well built M1911A1.

Very nice. I remember when they came out and people were buying them like crazy to make "Race Guns" for competition around here. They were quite inexpensive compared to Colts and other 1911's. A buddy of mine even bought a Norinco copy of the Remington 870 and it was a solid built weapon.

 

[green papaya]

Very nice. I remember when they came out and people were buying them like crazy to make "Race Guns" for competition around here. They were quite inexpensive compared to Colts and other 1911's. A buddy of mine even bought a Norinco copy of the Remington 870 and it was a solid built weapon.

these retailed for around $250.00 back in 1993

 

[Kirk H.]

these retailed for around $250.00 back in 1993

I remember....I think that is why so many people bought them and turned them into race guns. I knew one guy that put so many upgrades on it he had to have at least 1000.00 extra invested in it back then. I regret not picking one of those up back when I could.

 

[DeaconKC]

Nice pick up. The Norincos were heavy duty guns for sure. Was at the NRA Convention today and have to say look at the ATI and Rock Island 1911s for today's budget .45s. Very good, solid guns.

 

[Oldsarge]

I didn't have the money at the time but if I had been able to get a Norinco M14 (M1A) clone I'd possibly be a big bore competitor today. Those were some serious pieces of machinery.

 

[Stearmen]

I have a Norinco model 97 replica trench shotgun. It seems to be very well made.