posted by sshakrr 01-22-2023. Five-shot groups from sandbags ranged from an outstanding 1.75 (Speer 135s) to 2.25 (Black Hills 148s) to 3-3.5 for the remaining .38s. New York Department of Environmental Conservation, State Agency: Might as well buy ruger and save a few dollars. Chunk that came off hit the instructor running the course (no injury). Similar to your standard Airweight revolvers. Today theres a J-Frame subset of these hammerless models exhibiting the same simplicity of operation making their predecessors so highly regarded. Mail-in entries accepted; send postcards (no envelopes) to: GUNS Magazine, Altor Pistols, P.O. The rear sight is a groove in the top of the frame. It's a solid, well-built little gun. You better have a firm grip and proper technique if you hope to hit anything, especially with follow-up shots. Our price: Quantity: Buy now. The original S&W Safety Hammerless ceased production in 1940 but the concept was resurrected in 1952 as the Centennial. Because 1952 was the year in which S&W celebrated its 100th birthday, the revolver was dubbed the Centennial. Contest void where prohibited by law. The heavy double-action trigger and short sight radius are something you have to train to get used to. The M&P340 is built on a scandium alloy frame with a stainless steel cylinder. Have been retired for 15 years now. ***Personal sale via certified funds. Most will carry this model inside the waistband. .357 JHPs we managed to put four out of the five in 4. The 340 PD at $1,019 MSRP is obviously a premium offering, featuring a 2-piece sleeved barrel, scandium frame and a titanium cylinder. Athens, Tn. As I mentioned earlier, J-Frames in general are great for pocket carry, but due to the lightweight materials, youll forget youre even carrying with the 340PD. My carry loads are either standard-pressure Underwood .38 SPL Defenders or the Speer 135gr. Carry a lot, shoot a little. A cute punch line for sure, but a too-flip description of an excellent carry snubbie a cool heir to a long line of Smith J-Frames. I own and carry a 340 on a regular basis, got mine when the model came out. Grips for Smith Wesson Model 340. Having a tied-up CCW gun would be the nightmare of nightmares one from which you might not awaken. Prizes will not be awarded if illegal in jurisdiction of winners. I noticed that the 340's has a flat ground on each side of the barrel. revolvers available. At . You must log in or register to reply here. Smith & Wesson Model 340PD - AirLite Sc Centennial 357 Mag 103061. The 340PD is a great carry-a-lot-use-a-little gun and it is one of the best BUG guns for LEOs ever . It's an excellent sight. The kicker, naturally, is the 11.2-oz. TEMPORARILY OUT OF STOCK $ $ Smith & Wesson Model M&P 340 Scandium 357 Magnum Revolver, 5Rd, 1 7/8 - 103072. My wife's 642 Airweight .38 +P is 15 ounces. For carry, I go with a light .357 Mag load such as Speer's short barrel rounds (they are just 130 feet per second faster than the same bullet in Speer's 38 +P short barrel load). We reserve the right to edit as appropriate, delete profane, harassing, abusive and spam comments or posts, and block repeat offenders. Give this wheel gun a shot and its sure to be your next everyday carry companion. +P JHP (843 fps), Federal Premium 130-gr. Just hope you hit target and can get back on target if you dont or if theres more than one perp. I have a Freedom Arms 454 Casull, a custom 500 Linebaugh and some other hand canons so I am no stranger to recoil. Great pocket gun without the hammer to catch on anything. . And while the Hogue grips look nice I wouldnt want to shoot this gun unless it was fitted with standard rubber grips. -. They are iffy guns. I chose the m&p because it did not have the ils but I really wanted a PD. When I started looking for a j frame 357 airweight about 2 years ago I found a 340 m&p & a 340pd. I am required to qualify each year with my department to keep up my CCW. The 340PD is 12 ounces. Once we passed the Manly Magnum Test, we thankfully returned to the .38 Specials. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Employees and agents of Publishers Development Corp. are not eligible. Smith & Wesson Model 686 PLUS - Distinguished Combat Magnum 357 Mag 150713 . weight and magnum potential. Its a perfectly sensible caveat. All entries must be received by giveaway end date. I fell in love with it, mainly for its sights, and ordered one. Giveaway prizes may have evidence of being test fired or exhibit minor handling marks. Mail-in entries accepted; send postcards (no envelopes) to: GUNS Magazine, GOM April 2023, P.O. Hawaii Department of Land & Natural Resources, State Agency: Firing was absolutely bearable with .38 Special target loads. 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Today 02:49 AM by Toyman. I carried a nickel plated model 442 IWB behind my hip for so long that my sweat wore away the nickel plating. The size and weight of the 360PD make it particularly well suited for concealed carry. Our price: $799.99. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. The scandium alloy frame is .Click for more info Seller: Guns Dot Com Area Code: 866 $1,116.99 Smith & Wesson ~ Model 340 M&P Centennial ~ .357 Magnum GI#: 102194028 The Smith & Wesson Model 640 Centennial is easily the most recommended variant of the J-frame line if the Internet counts for anything in gun selection. The result here is a pistol that tips the scales at only 26 ounces. My bet is that the failure crack originated from a tool mark left over from broaching the cylinder recess in the frame. Accessory Availability: Because the round-butt J-Frame has long been so popular, there are many grips and other accessories available for it. Deposits have been located in Australia, but are not currently being mined. Specifications. The wooden round butt grips extend downwards from the frame about an inch, enough for me to just barely get all of my fingers on the grip. After all, it could provide just one more level of distraction should it ever come time to use the gun in the type of emergency it was designed for. I have added a set of laser grips. Smith & Wesson has succeeded in helping to protect citizens around the world since 1852, and beauties like the M&P 340 leave no doubts as to how or why. Kentucky Department of Fish & Wildlife Resources, State Agency: The mechanism was designed around a very long and heavy double-action-only (DAO) trigger pull, again in the hope that a responsible adults hand could operate it and make it go bang but a little kids could not. Factory warranties may apply in some cases. Of course, this model builds upon a decades-old tradition for lightweight, hammerless pocket revolvers, and I think the concept reached its apotheosis with the M&P340. However, it should be noted everything from this test gun shot a bit left probably inconsequential at close range. Pro Tip: The Dreaded Smith and Wesson Internal Lock free field training 168K subscribers Subscribe 54K views 7 years ago Many people hate the internal lock on newer Smith and Wesson. With Smith & Wesson bleeding badly, influential people in the industry tried to calm tensions and save the brand from destruction, but a large part of the gun community wasn't having it. because of the difference in weight. Though I do not carry in this way, the Galco Ankle Glove seems to be the gold standard. I try to train with at least 100 rounds of full power defensive ammo in my carry pieces. Ruger changed the trigger linkage so the DA pull is smooth and medium-heavy making the revolver easy to shoot accurately. Seriously don't beat on your gun, hold the ejector rod with your left thumb in the housing, cock the hammer enough to release the locking bolt reach around the trigger housing and rotate the cylinder counter clockwise.It will tighen the rod enough to open the cylinder. Deployed military should use stateside address. Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation, State Agency: The muzzle can be pressed against the attacker and the gun will still fire at contact range. I think Ill pass. But I sure wouldnt wanna make a career out of it.. Litewave H3 Express Tritium/Litepipe S&W M&P Shield, Shield Plus Grip Finish. 32 years as a deputy sheriff. personally i would get a 442 because money is an issue . Elite V-Crown JHP. Contest open to U.S. residents only. Like all Centennial models, the high horn shape at the back of the frame allows shooters to obtain a higher grip. Both are carried in my front pocket of my jeans. Centennial sales dropped way below Bodyguard sales, and in 1974, S&W discontinued the hammerless guns. Giveaway prizes may have evidence of being test fired or exhibit minor handling marks. Illinois Department of Natural Resources, State Agency: To protect the privacy and security of winners, names will not be made public. Click HERE For The Benefits. Factory warranties may apply in some cases. I can pick one up for arround $700. Employees and agents of Publishers Development Corp. are not eligible. I had an old retired sherif deputy tell me that, one thing about a wheel gun is that it will never lie to ya. Contest void where prohibited by law. scandium alloy makes it as light or a bit lighter than a similarly sized aluminum-framed .38 Special Airweight, but its rugged enough to handle .357 Magnum ammo and a steady diet of .38 Special +P rounds, while the five-shot cylinder is made of PVD-finished stainless steel. Im not outgunned with 13 rounds of 380. The box does have some damage all the paper work is complete. Rebound Springs. Factory warranties may apply in some cases. Not a great deal of flash and the bullet is designed for the short barrel velocity Its the best insurance when someone gets the jump on you. (III) Giveaway winner(s) chosen by random drawing. State Agency: I have tried steel and aluminum-framed J-frames. Purchase a new KelTec SUB2000 And Receive A $100 Check. 14 rounds vs 5 rounds. New Jersey Division of Fish & Wildlife, State Agency: North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission, State Agency: Its 10ozs(m/l) heavier, shoots easy with 125 PDs, is accurate & u can shoot all 5 fast & easy & is almost as easy to conceal. The result was a dramatic loss in revolver weight. Prefer IWB carry. The Smith & Wesson Model 340 PD 2 Inch revolver belongs to the J-frame family. You just dont want to put it down. It is a unique blend of metallurgy and features. Lets look a little deeper than the bare bones of how its described on the S&W website. Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency, State Agency: Then recoil is very manageable. The Smith & Wesson 329PD revolver is something else. Brand Winchester Expiration date 2023-Apr-30. Second Media Inc., 30800 Telegraph Rd, Suite 1921, Bingham Farms, MI 48025 USA. The revolver draws very smoothly without any hangups. Box 488, Escondido, CA 92033. S&W replaced it with a 642, no charge AND included a duty action trigger job because the 442 had one. Contest void where prohibited by law. 8 years as a FFL dealer. Easy as pie. Right front pocket holster and Im dressed for peace and armed for trouble. Ayoob: Making Long-Range Shots With Short-Barreled Guns. However, I still argue that wheel guns still have a place for emergency defensive use and may even be the right option for your everyday carry revolvers such as the S&W 340PD. Neither is there on the knuckle of my middle finger where it rests under the trigger guard. I carry it IWB with a Clipdraw, and I don't even know it's there. If I really wanted punch in a small, light package, I think the 9mm's like the Kahr PM9 or Kel-tec Pf9 offer better control and more rounds. If someone pulls a gun on you and says , Give me your money, you will never get your duty pistol out in time. For grouping purposes from a rest, carefully staging the DAO trigger is what we did. This ultralight Titanium cylinder revolver has seen some finish wear most noticeably around the muzzle but mechanically it is in excellent condition. Scandium is a very expensive and hard to find rare earth element that is currently mined in small quantities in China, Russia, and Ukraine. Basically, its give me all the power I can get! With the 340 PD, youre free to explore all ammo possibilities, but very few are going to want .357s for regular practice. Per the comment on percentage on Scandium, if one studies metallurgy, very small percentages of alloy metals can totally change attributes. With the lighter springs and a bit of trigger work, I don't think it is significantly less accurate at 7 yd. At that price I'd buy 2. 342PD is .38 Special and 10.8 ozs and discontinued. i want a super ultralight carry revolver and at under 12oz it fits the bill in spades whill packing a major punch. Blessedly, the flat-top bracket for it provides a whisper of square post sight picture to make grouping the gun easier. That depends on the individual. Winners will be notified by certified mail on official letterhead. Associated taxes and fees are the responsibility of winners. The bottom half, which holds the action, is polymer, and the upper half . The Office of the Attorney General is unable to guarantee the accuracy of this translation and is therefore not liable for any inaccurate information resulting from the translation application tool. It has a snub-nosed design, low recoil and a medium ranked power factor meaning that the Model 340 PD 2 packs a punch and doesn . All entries must be received by giveaway end date. I often carry my 340PD in either a leather IWB holster or the DeSantis Slim-Tuk Kydex IWB holster. The extremely high cost of the M&P340s scandium accounts for a good part of that price difference, as well as the highly effective sights. (I) Giveaway ends March 31, 2023. Action DAO - Caliber .357 Magnum .38 SW Special P - Capacity 5 - Finish Matte Black - Material Scandium Alloy Steel - Grips Black Synthetic . There was a time that I recommended the J frames for backup guns. Alabama Department of Conservation & Natural Resources. That was a few years ago at an NRA convention if I recall correctly. Iowa Department of Natural Resources, State Agency: Wondering if anyone else had this problem. If you're going to carry .38s, you might as well save yourself $500 (retail) and get the Airweight for just 3 ounces more weight. At 50 feet the best .357 results were with Buffalo Bores 158-gr. Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife, State Agency: This M&P340 review was originally published in "Pocket Pistols" #186. Please be respectful of others. I bought a 340pd and installed the XS big dot front sight for a M&P 340 onto it. Employees and agents of Publishers Development Corp. are not eligible. I love the PD models. A 12 ounce 357? JavaScript is disabled. I have seen several of these revolvers with this problem, mine included. Mail-in entries accepted; send postcards (no envelopes) to: GUNS Magazine, GOM March 2022, P.O. This M&P340 review was originally published in Pocket Pistols #186. Smith and Wesson Model 340 The S&W 340 PD revolver takes a classic design of a 5 round, snub nose revolver that has been around for generations and spices it up with modernized technology to make an incredible handgun for self defense. A 5-round titanuim cylinder and scandium/aluminum alloy frame. Shell ejection out of a hot cylinder on the Model 60 has never been an issue for me like it has been with the 340PD. As a retired guy, I go back and forth from a S&W 340 to a Sig 365. Physical characteristics. That is what I carry now. No substitutions or transfers to third parties allowed. The correspondingly large rear notch allows sufficiently precise alignment for on-demand headshots from off-hand at 25 yards. All entries must be received by giveaway end date. Subject: Scandium .357 - 340 PD. Front Sight for Smith and Wesson J-Frame Barrel 2.1 inch or Less Except 38 Bodyguard $ 49.03. Giveaway prizes may have evidence of being test fired or exhibit minor handling marks. Shipping, insurance, and FFL handling $90.00, if less I will refund the difference. its is one of my favorite carry weapons. Since 1950, Smith & Wessons snub-nose J-Frame revolver series has just about defined its own genre. A hopeless attempt at child-proofing had been the designs raisondtre. Associated taxes and fees are the responsibility of winners. In those days, a great many good Americans carried concealed handguns when they were out and about, and most carried them in a pants or coat pocket. California Department of Fish & Wildlife, State Agency: Winners must respond within 30 days of receiving notification or an alternate winner will be selected. Nice touch. This adds another level of safety that many shooters find comforting. The 340PD is pleasant for me to shoot with regular 38 loads. Required fields are marked *. Arizona Game & Fish Department, State Agency: With original case.Very low round count. WTS Smith and Wesson 340PD. We head out to the range with the range with the Smith & Wesson 340PD J-Frame revolver, discuss its features, what it's like to fire it, and what I think of it overall . No substitutions or transfers to third parties allowed. Add to Cart The item has been added. The partially burnt charge will leak out onto the cylinder and frame while still burning, causing damaging oxidation to the gun's exotic metals over time. The most notable problem I have encountered is shortly after I shot all that Remington Plus P in November 2011, I noticed the tritium front sight was out. (I) Giveaway ends May 31, 2023. My everyday carry are the 325PD 45 & M60 357 or various 45 autos. Associated taxes and fees are the responsibility of winners. The S&W 340PD can also be easily carried in the pocket. West Virginia Division of Natural Resources, State Agency: Wadcutter (610 fps), Black Hills 135-gr. They are both Scandium/alumanium mix alloy frames and the M&P 340 has a stainless cylinder and the 340PD has a Titanium alloy cylinder. To that end, the hammer was completely concealed inside the frame and thus could not be cocked to a lighter single-action pull. (I) Giveaway ends September 30, 2021. 2: 459: Ruger Revolvers, H&K VP9LE, Ruger American 45acp. Today 01:58 AM by outdoorsdad. Add to Cart The item has been added. Prizes will not be awarded if illegal in jurisdiction of winners. Winners will be notified by certified mail on official letterhead. (Interesting side note: the 1965 Model 60s were the first stainless revolvers produced by S&W) The rear sight is also easily adjustable for windage and elevation. Prizes will not be awarded if illegal in jurisdiction of winners. A forum community dedicated to Glock firearm owners and enthusiasts. In both civilian and law enforcement circles, the Smith and Wesson double action J-frame revolver chambered in .38 Special has long been a favorite since its introduction in the 1950s. Sales instantly exploded, and the Airweight 042 and current 442 (blued and nickeled) and 642 followed. Although, with practice, the 340PD can be an accurate and dependable firearm. 25 with my backup mag. 1. Prizes will not be awarded if illegal in jurisdiction of winners. Gun Review: S&W 317 AirLite. This doesnt mean its not accurate, however. When off duty, I always carry my duty pistol with plenty ammo. The most important modification is to get it Mag-Na-Ported. If you encounter any problems with your order or the checkout process, . The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. This featherweight is an absolute dream to carry and packs a powerful punch. (III) Giveaway winner(s) chosen by random drawing. We can ring steel plates off hand at 50 yards consistently. The Smith & Wesson Model 29 is the sixgun by which all other .44 Magnums are judged. Id surmise this is to caution anyone from using short, lightweight screamers that could be more likely to jump the crimp. . However, if I wanted to load it with Magnums, I could. (II) Limit one (1) entry per household; multiple entries will disqualify entrants. In January of 2005, I was on the range for the SHOT Show Media Day. WTS. (II) Limit one (1) entry per household; multiple entries will disqualify entrants. Company honcho Daniel Baird Wesson, the legend says, became concerned about children accidentally getting hold of a parents revolver. If you don t need the ultra light weight, I d recommend the S&W 442 at nearly half price. Outdoor Hub, LLC (d/b/a Carbon Media Group), 30800 Telegraph Rd, Suite 1921, Bingham Farms, MI 48025 USA. Yes you can forget you are carrying its so light. The 38 is . I have 27 years in Law enforcement, and always carried the 360PD as a back up gun. Compare. Joined: Aug 2003. Low round count, just carried a lot in an ankle rig. All entries must be received by giveaway end date. Speed loader with .357. Lately, the .40 S&W has been awash in a stormy sea of unflattering ink. Contest void where prohibited by law. There are many different J-Frames on the market, but I believe the 340PD to be the most unique. Louisiana Department of Wildlife & Fisheries, State Agency: I have owned and carried several J frames revolvers. In truth, we only have anecdotal evidence that some S&W locks have malfunctioned. Lately, its worn a set of Crimson Traces LG-350G Lasergrips. With its 3 barrel, exposed hammer, adjustable rear and tritium front sight, and slightly larger grip, the Model 60 Pro Series sits comfortably in the middle ground between the smallest and largest .357 revolvers. They say that clothes make the man/woman. This Google translation feature is provided for informational purposes only. Common Smith and Wesson 327 Problems and Solutions 1. Overall, there aren't very many problems with the S&W 642. This simplicity of course, involves the tacit acceptance youre going to be shooting a snubbie double-action anyway. One of the fun parts of revolvers is changing out the grips. The noise will come from the cylinder. Theres a small stainless steel insert in the topstrap right above the forcing cone, appearing to act as insurance against flame-cutting from the high pressures of magnum loads. Sign-up now to get more revolver content every Wednesday! They are both pinned sights so the installation is fairly easy. Your discussions, feedback and comments are welcome here as long as they are relevant and insightful. Smith & Wesson 38 Military & Police Model of 1905 38 Special Revolver - Collectible *4th Change* Our price: $399.99. Is the difference worth it? I limit them to .38 SP. I am happy with .38 +P and the lighter weight. Probable stress corrosion cracking initiated by notch sensitivity. And retired the 2 of them anyway and replaced with Hellcat 9mm. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission, which supports our community. By contrast, this M&P340 has now gone a full decade of frequent 50- to 100-round qualifications with +P ammo, and some full-power Magnum shooting, and has not had to be touched by an armorer yet. Model: 632 Carry Comp Pro. The top .38 Special performer, shown here, turned out to be Speer 135-gr. With ether one you won't be sorry. The previous poster was close in regards to the cylinder comment. But if you have your hand on your 360PD in your pocket, you will beat him every time, even if he had his gun pointed right at you with his finger on the trigger. So this revolver was born. For outside-the-waistband carry, I prefer the DeSantis Mini Scabbard. Front: Orange Outline / Green Tritium, Rear: Black Outline / Green Tritium Retail: $170.00. The other was SIGs 125-gr. (I) Giveaway ends December 31, 2022. Photo: Joe Novelozo, Well, said my shooting buddy Thomas Mackie, massaging his right hand with only a slight grimace, now I can say Ive done it.. Bullet etched on the bottom of the barrel sleeve. Nov 20, 2019. Case in point: American Outdoor Brands, which spun off from Smith & Wesson last year, reported sales up 60% over its first two fiscal quarters; Vista Outdoor reported a 41% increase in ammo sales . You must be 18 years of age or older to . To subscribe, visitoutdoorgroupstore.com. Smith & Wesson. Employees and agents of Publishers Development Corp. are not eligible. An attempt to quickly draw in self-defense would often result in the spur of the exposed hammer catching on fabric and, perhaps fatally, stalling the draw. (III) Giveaway winner(s) chosen by random drawing. Box 502795, San Diego, CA 92150-1377. The .38 special loads are no big deal to shoot, but with .357s you have a handful of fire and fury!! For a law enforcement back up or EDC gun, the Smith & Wesson Model 442 is the way to go. The HUD Agreement, designed to save Smith & Wesson from bankruptcy, was instead killing revenue. Hot 357 loads, like Cor Bons, are truly brutal. Although the gun is surprisingly accurate with hot 357 loads on a 7 yd self defense target, it is extremely punishing to shoot. Ouch! When tactical lights first came out, we all thought the 50 lumens they offered was astounding and could never get better. Th Weighing in at roughly double the weight of the 340PD, the Model 60 in Pro Series guise was introduced in 2007. Shopping with us is absolutely safe - you never have to worry about credit card safety when shopping here Share your latest AR build or photos from the range with #RangeDayFriday for a chance to win a new firearm! Wyoming Game & Fish Department, State Agency: Smith & Wesson Models 40, 42, 640, 940, 442, 642, 340Sc, 342Ti and 340PD. Im not about to engage a mall shooter with a 5 shot snubnose. The S&W M&P 340 is a solidly built, purpose driven revolver that covers a whole host of purposes it could function well in. As already mentioned the M&P has a steel cylinder which is a positive aspect IMO. The two-piece barrel is also shrouded to protect the ejector rod. In production since 1899, the Model 10 is a six-shot, .38 Special, double-action revolver with fixed sights. 340 for over 4 years now with the clip grip and LOVE it. S&Ws claim that its light weight revolvers are made with Scandium frames is a marketing gimmick. As pictured, the LCP Max is so easy to fire. These small revolvers were designed to fire a full power round and are as simple and easy to use as they are reliable. Rex approached S&W and asked the company to resurrect the Safety Hammerless in the format of the conventional outside-hammer, five-shot J-Frame in .38 Special, which the company had introduced two years before. Now, if you notice closely, the cylinder will not lock in position after pulling the trigger. Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson 800-331-0852. W.C. Wolff company offers reduced power rebound springs rated from 12 to 16 pounds. Your email address will not be published. But why are some experts convinced 2023 JNews - Premium WordPress news & magazine theme by Jegtheme. Lesser weight bullets can have higher velocities so if thats why then a +P type warning should be used. With decades of reliable performance to its credit the J-frame line offers models capable of firing .22 LR .22 Magnum .38 S&W Special and the more powerful .357 Magnum loads. Total lock-up. At around $250 used it sure beats the 340 price tag of $850. Mississippi Deptartment of Wildlife, Fisheries & Parks, State Agency: Deployed military should use stateside address. Re: Smith & Wesson 340/340PD Revolver-Thoughts, Comments, Cuggestions, etc. Editor at Outdoorhub.com, Purpose: Concealed Carry, Home Protection, Personal Protection, State Compliance. Sighting in a revolver is no mystery and mortals of ordinary dexterity are fully capable of undertaking the task. (II) Limit one (1) entry per household; multiple entries will disqualify entrants. Idaho Department of Fish & Game, State Agency: 2 inch. The 340 PD at $1,019 MSRP is obviously a premium offering, featuring a 2-piece sleeved barrel, scandium frame and a titanium cylinder. Buy Smith & Wesson 340 PD 357 Magnum Revolver 103061: GunBroker is the largest seller of Revolvers Pistols Guns & Firearms All: 970540754 . In close, the Big Dot comes on target as fast as Express sights. Active rebates (10) Winchester Target Rifle Ammo Rebate 2023. Let me convince you just why you need this new handgun. Winners must respond within 30 days of receiving notification or an alternate winner will be selected. Rebound Springs - Trigger rebound springs are common to all Smith & Wesson J, K, L and N frame revolvers. S&W Revolvers: 1980 to the Present All NON-PINNED Barrels, the L-Frames, and the New Era Revolvers. With all the modern semi-auto pistols available, revolvers often go overlooked. Snub-nose .38s were generally carried in holsters instead of pockets, so the snag-free hammerless design seemed less important. Sure, the airlite is an amazing 1 hit wonder. You are using an out of date browser. I have the 340pd. I am comparing the S&W 340PD with the M&P 340.