I upgraded my pocket gun

[mac12]

I've been carrying a little 25 semiauto as my pocket gun. I know, it is small, but it is a little better than a knife. Now I have a S&W 442, which is a 38 spl. +P. It is seen in the pictures with a Desantis Nemesis pocket holster. Now I have got to get to the range and see how bad the recoil is with the +P ammo. :eek:

[Guest rlrm777]

Sweet!

I need to get something also between the Raven 25 and my 9mm.

[Guest eyebedam]

Thats really nice. I just got a 642 myself. I have the same pocket holster. LMK how you like it after a few days. Im still a little unsure about mine. The 642 seems a little big in my pocket. Maybe I just need bigger pockets. Congrats on a great gun & have fun shooting it.

[Guest Bronker]

Mac, I have carried that exact setup as either a primary EDC or as a backup for over 10 years. Same gun, same holster.

I have large hands...translating into an awkward grip, but even at that I can manage grip / recoil with no problem.

For perspectives sake, when my wife took her HCP, she had never fired a weapon. She put 170 rds through my 442 in a four hour period, and wanted to do more! My wife now carries a Kel-Tec P3AT...that thing will make the front of my trigger finger bleed after about 20 rds!

This I will guarantee...you will love this gun, and this holster.

Eyebedam...you will need big pockets! I have trouble with jeans. But in dress slacks, it is easy to carry. Another option is the Galco Stow-n-Go. As you know, I'm a big boy, so the pockets are naturally 'roomier' on me!!

Edited November 13, 2008 by Bronker
Eyebedam in the house!!!

[Guest truthsayer]

I love my 442. Before you shoot it, I want to assure you that the trigger will get better.

[GTODALEP]

Must be an epidemic. I too just purchased a 642 last week. HAve not shot it yet. Shot one a couple of months ago, with regular ammo. Had quite a kick. Saw a thread that recommended gripping higher on the gun would help with recoil and control. Plan to try it this weekend.

[Guest Watauga]

That's a great gun and holster! The Desantis Nemesis pocket holster is excellent for conceal carry.

[Guest bang-flash]

Have the same gun in a blackhawk holster. Didn't like the trigger too much when new, but it has gotten better.

[gtssilver]

NICE!

ive been considering getting rid of my kel-Tec P-3AT for a S&W 642.

this is just encouraging me more!

[Guest flyfishtn]

I just picked up my 642 from Joe and also ordered a holster from Aholster that should be here next week. May pick up a DeSantis as well.

[EMTRN]

I got a 642 2 weeks ago. I am loving it. I carry more now that I have it.

[mac12]

I had a tough time deciding between the 642 and the 442. For those of you that don't know, the only difference between the two is the finish. The 442 is matte black and the 642 is a natural stainless and aluminum finish(I think). I felt like the 442 would be a little more concealable and I just like the black finish a bit better. I suppose everyone knows about the S&W rebate still available until the end of the year. It's $30 back on the j frames.

[JeffsSig]

Now thats better than a UP-Size at Micky Deez.........

[gtssilver]

what did the black version set ya back?

the 642 is in the upper $400's at sportsman's warehouse here in Chatt. or go to GT distributors (law enforcement store) and get in for 369.00 (and a $30 rebate from S&W untill dec 31)and they actually keep it in stock. (unlike sportsmans)

[Guest HexHead]

I've got a 442 that I usually carry in a Mika pocket holster. They take a while to get, since he makes each one to order, but a great holster.

[Magiccarpetrides]

I have a 638 bodyguard with that same pocket holster...its an awesome one...specially for how cheap it is. You will love that setup. The +P isnt really bad at all. Its not as much fun as shooting 9mm, but its not gonna hurt you...maybe just slight discomfort lol. I like the Speer Lawman for practice its 158gr +P and the Speer Gold Short Barrel +P for actual self defense. The gold dot is extremely accurate.

[Hooker771]

I've got a 442 that I usually carry in a Mika pocket holster. They take a while to get, since he makes each one to order, but a great holster.

+1

It took me almost 6 months to get my holster but it was well worth the wait!

[Burboy]

Now I have got to get to the range and see how bad the recoil is with the +P ammo. :eek:

Experience has shown that it is BAAAAD. I carry a thin leather glove to wear if I'm going to do a lot of shooting with it.

Also, all you ladies and gents thinking about a lightweight snubbie, don't forget about the Taurus Ultralites. A fine gun for about $100 less.

[wjh2657]

My primary EDCs: 642,640 and Taurus 85ULBH. Love all 3 of them. 642 is primary Pocket Carry, 640 is OWB carry and Taurus 85ULBH is "Road Gun" when I go out of state.