Posted: 9/27/2005 10:58:46 AM EDT
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All of my experience and knowledge is with semi-auto handguns. My revolver experience is nil. I have been thinking of adding a revolver to my collection. My question is... what is the difference between frames? I have seen K, J, A, etc. What are the pros and cons of each frame? Please help a revolver noob out! 
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For Smiths; J Frame - the smallest currently availible. Typically a five shot 38 snub. Can be had in 357 mag but don't recommend it. K frame - the classic Smith 38. Six shot. Model 10. Also availible in 357, ie the 19/66. Steady diet of mag loads not a good idea which lead to the L frame. Designed from the first for a steady diet of mag loads. Typically a holster rig, a bit large for concealed carry. N frame. The big dog. 44 mag and such calibers. X frame. The newest. For the 500 mag. Big. Expensive. |