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    Default Hammer vs. Hammerless

    What is your personal preference, if any, regarding a hammer vs. a hammerless revolver? I have a S & W 642 hammerless revolver on layaway, but am thinking of switching to the hammer version which is a little cheaper.

    I will probably get an ankle holster for CC, so will not be faced with the possibility of a hammer snag in a pocket carry. Also, I am thinking it may be nice to be able to utilize a hammer for a single action shot.

    Am I missing any other advantages to the hammerless version that I should be considering?
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    Default Re: Hammer vs. Hammerless



    shrouded hammer if the way to go IMO, but if its between hammer, and hammerless i'd go hammerless...

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    Default Re: Hammer vs. Hammerless

    I personaly like the hammerless versions for the reason i slip one in my pocket, also if it comes to the time you need it cocking it first will be the last thing on your mind, these type of firearms are really an in your face type in my oppinion if i have to resort to the snubbie i have already exahausted all other options.

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    Default Re: Hammer vs. Hammerless

    I have a S&W 36 (hammer) and a 442 (hammerless). The 442 gets carried often, the 36 almost never. It's harder to find good holsters for the hammerless, but not having that hammer to catch on things is a great feature. Try getting a hammered J frame out of a pocket fast.

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    Default Re: Hammer vs. Hammerless

    I like the hammerless. When carried in the front pocket the hammer can snag in the pocket when drawing, and if you need to use it for serious business the last thing you will be thinking of doing is cocking the hammer.

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    Default Re: Hammer vs. Hammerless

    I would only use an ankle holster for a BUG. When you need your pistol, you need it NOW and using the ankle holster eats up valuable time. In a shtf situation, I doubt you're gonna worry about cocking a hammer. I'd go with hammerless in the pocket.
    Last edited by glassman; October 21st, 2007 at 06:38 AM.

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    Default Re: Hammer vs. Hammerless

    I carry a Taurus 85 with hammer in my pocket. With the right holster that fully covers the hammer (Mikas, for example), the potential for snagging is reduced...but it's still possible. I've even considered having my hammer bobbed (according to Taurus, you cannot put a spurless hammer in a gun designed for a spurred hammer). Looking at the parts breakdown...it should be possible though.
    I hate to sell or trade this little revolver. It has served me well.
    I would like to buy the model 851 (shrouded hammer, looks like the pic XD45 posted. No funds for that at this time though.

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    Default Re: Hammer vs. Hammerless

    Another Taurus 85 with hammer in pocket here, I haven't have any problem (yet) when drawing from pocket, I like the traditional look of the Revolver with hammer, plus the feel of the trigger on SA mode when the hammer is cocked.

    When comes to the situation, you don't have to cock the hammer first, just pull the trigger, it's DA SA.

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    Default Re: Hammer vs. Hammerless

    I'm a little out of date, but if the current S&W J-fames still have a leaf main spring you can shoot them DA but slowley just about as good as you can SA. Coil spring DA is not as smooth as the leaf spring. It's very imporntant to get used to your trigger feel and practice it in both fast and slow fire.

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    Default Re: Hammer vs. Hammerless

    I have a s&w Md 940 hammerless in 9mm. This in my opinion is the best defensive carry gun you could have. It uses full moon clips that are faster than speed loaders. In a fight, the short barrel gives the advantage to the one holding the grip. A combatant can't hold the hammer & prevent the gun from fireing. The 9mm round give good balistics from a short barrel & moderate recoil & muzzel flash. The solid frame without a hammer slot makes the gun very strong. It is also well suited for ladies to keep in a handbag.

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