Opinions on S&W model 60-10 vs S&W model M640 Pro

**warpath9809** · June 29th, 2018, 08:53 AM

Hello,
I'm considering two different S&W revolvers. Both are J Frames in stainless, .357 caliber. The model 60-10 is a pre lock in excellent condition. The M640 Pro would be new. I'm looking for it to be mainly a CC revolver. Does anyone have either or both of these that could chime in and give their pros and cons?

**marinville** · June 29th, 2018, 09:15 AM

Originally Posted by warpath9809

Hello,
I'm considering two different S&W revolvers. Both are J Frames in stainless, .357 caliber. The model 60-10 is a pre lock in excellent condition. The M640 Pro would be new. I'm looking for it to be mainly a CC revolver. Does anyone have either or both of these that could chime in and give their pros and cons?

The only real difference should be the sights, the hammer, and possibly the barrel length. The 640 pro is designed with carry in mind. DAO, internal hammer, sights with less rough edges.

The adjustable rear sight, red ramp front sight, and cockable hammer would make the model 60 a better shooter on range day. And if the barrel is any longer (depending upon the specific pistol you're looking at) you would get a little more velocity, which means more energy delivered.

**warpath9809** · June 29th, 2018, 09:28 AM

Originally Posted by marinville

The only real difference should be the sights, the hammer, and possibly the barrel length. The 640 pro is designed with carry in mind. DAO, internal hammer, sights with less rough edges.

The adjustable rear sight, red ramp front sight, and cockable hammer would make the model 60 a better shooter on range day. And if the barrel is any longer (depending upon the specific pistol you're looking at) you would get a little more velocity, which means more energy delivered.

Is there a difference in quality in the old vs the new ? Lock vs Pre lock?

**marinville** · June 29th, 2018, 10:47 PM

Originally Posted by warpath9809

Is there a difference in quality in the old vs the new ? Lock vs Pre lock?

Well, I don't believe that 640 pro has a lock. If it does, the lock is easy to disable.

I am personally not an expert, but I do like wheel guns. I own a new model 66-8, which came with a lock. I am very happy with it. I've had a couple very minor and easily correctable issues, but personally I have no regrets.

You can probably find people who will tell you the new Smiths are garbage. I think it is fair to say that they probably don't have the level of craftsmanship of the old guns. But, like I said, I am quite happy with mine, and I doubt I am alone in that.

**pennlineman** · June 29th, 2018, 10:56 PM

My 640-1 gets more carry time than my 60. The internal hammer wins for concealed carry.

**warpath9809** · July 13th, 2018, 08:15 PM

Well I got the M640 Pro. Got VZ black Cherry G-10 grips and a MK-Tek kydex IWB holster. Dang I love this revolver!! .357 awesomeness. By far my favorite carry piece. Thanks to all for the advice.

**MD66948** · July 16th, 2018, 11:19 AM

I would go with the M640. I like that internal hammer.

**warpath9809** · July 16th, 2018, 01:40 PM

Originally Posted by MD66948

I would go with the M640. I like that internal hammer.

I do as well. Being as it would me more or a daily ccw, made the choice a bit easier. Just a more streamlined revolver and having proper sights on a J-Frame (especially tritium) make an excellent revolver.