642 Question

[U4JF]

I got lucky and found someone wanting my Bodyguard .380 and willing to trade me this fine 642-2. My question is what does the -2 mean?
http://i1097.photobucket.com/albums/g345/jfernett/1373642620_zpsed1a12ee.jpg (http://s1097.photobucket.com/user/jfernett/media/1373642620_zpsed1a12ee.jpg.html)

[High Tower]

The dash designates an engineering/design change, but I don't know what was changed for the -2.

[danpass]

I've had two -2 models and they both had the trigger lock thing, which that one does too.

[HighDesert]

The "-2" means second revision, the addition of the internal lock.

The "-1" is the no lock model, which you can still purchase.

Awesome trade you got there btw! Dry fire the heck out of it and enjoy!

[U4JF]

Thanks for the info. Now I just need a good pocket holster and a buch of ammo so I can get good and put it in the carry rotation.

[U4JF]

Yes it was HighDesert. That is the plan thanks.

[auto_luver]

here's how I carry mine, it keeps the trigger protected

http://i1215.photobucket.com/albums/cc511/autoluver/sw_642_holster_zpsd78907de.jpg

[danpass]

http://www.midwayusa.com/product/542799/tuff-products-pocket-roo-pocket-holster-ambidextrous-holds-5-round-38-357-quickstrip-s-and-w-j-frame-ruger-lcr-340pd-laminate-black


http://www.danpassaro.com/img/s2/v4/p962976845-4.jpg

[DTHN2LGS]

I use the DeSantis Nemesis for my 642-1 for pocket carry too.

I use Corbon DPX 110 gr. +P for carry ammo.

[weggy]

Like the Smith, hate those damn locks.

[SteveS]

I would guess MIM parts??? I have 3 of them!

[HighDesert]

Like the Smith, hate those damn locks.

There is a guy over on the S&W forum who makes a custom aluminum filler that plugs right in and hides it some... They have been around for years and are well regarded as to function and hiding the S&W "zit."

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[U4JF]

I had been using a Nemesis to carry my Bodyguard so I was going to try another one but I may have to try the one that carries a speed strip. Is it any bigger than the Nemesis?

[SteveS]

There is a guy over on the S&W forum who makes a custom aluminum filler that plugs right in and hides it some... They have been around for years and are well regarded as to function and hiding the S&W "zit."

. All you have to do it take the lock off and grind the tit off that stops the trigger then reassemble the parts and the lock will not lock. No need to BUY a part.

[HighDesert]

All you have to do it take the lock off and grind the tit off that stops the trigger then reassemble the parts and the lock will not lock. No need to BUY a part.

The point is that it not only stops the lock, but the hole is FILLED IN with a piece of aluminum that matches the finish of the revolver so it appears clean.

People don't just hate the physical locking mechanism, but also the appearance of it...

Many Ruger models (LCR, LC9 and SA Revolvers etc) have an internal lock as well, but it is hidden by the grips... You don't hear people complaining about the Rugers anywhere as much.

Not my pic:
http://www.tactical-life.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/ruger-lcr-357-c.jpg

http://www.gunknowledge.com/Firearms/Ruger/Ruger%20LC9/Ruger%20LC9%20Internal%20Keyed%20Lock.jpg

http://www.gunblast.com/images/Ruger_Flattop44/Thumbs/MVC-696F.jpg
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[Knightsofnee]

I bought my dash 2 February 2005 (still have the receipt). I was told at the time that the dash 2 meant it was now rated for +P, as marked on the barrel.

[Frailer]

I bought my dash 2 February 2005 (still have the receipt). I was told at the time that the dash 2 meant it was now rated for +P, as marked on the barrel.

Nope. The -1 is also +P rated.

As was already stated, -2 means it has the dreaded lock.