Kick-Off To . Michigun Santa on May 31, 2022 at 7:43 pm. This revolver is a favored back-up and concealed carry firearm due to its lightweight, enclosed hammer, and reliability. I used an assortment of Magnum loads for the first couple of qual courses I shot with it, after checking for bullet pull. S&W would be well advised to increase the filet radius as well as improving surface finish in the filet and/or shot peening. 12-05-2010, 12:01 PM #7 fastbolt Senior Member Search results for "smith & wesson model 340pd" Matching products for: smith & wesson model 340pd. Smith & Wesson has a great rep for customer service. As a self defense revolver, lawyers have recommended using factory loaded ammunition. SKU: 20C/20 Standard Pressure Short Barrel Low Flash Heavy .38 Special Pistol and Handgun Ammo. Reply. Prior shot 50 rounds 38+p first 25 ok last batch some bruising between thumb and index. lbs.) $ 999.00. Youtube has de-funded most gun content. Hot 357 loads, like Cor Bons, are truly brutal. Although the gun is surprisingly accurate with hot 357 loads on a 7 yd self defense target, it is extremely punishing to shoot. Nice touch. The problem with all the .357 rounds is also muzzle flip, so putting strings . That little PD340 jut to much on the . I have read that the longer grips eliminate the trigger guard knuckle rap. I just have a sweet spot for Smith snubbies and although I have a 638, I've always been . With its 3 barrel, exposed hammer, adjustable rear and tritium front sight, and slightly larger grip, the Model 60 Pro Series sits comfortably in the middle ground between the smallest and largest .357 revolvers. Not a big deal through most Modern Service Weapons. Posted on 01/21/2013 by Jerry Jones. Report a problem. Probable stress corrosion cracking initiated by notch sensitivity. Reply. Smith & Wesson 340PD 357 Mag 1.875" 5rd - $980.09 Smith & Wesson J-Frame revolver is designed to fire a full power round and is as simple and easy to use as it is reliable. Through a Smith and Wesson J frame, 2300 rounds is a metric crap load. For the 340PD I chose the 38 cal 158 grain bullet. This revolver is a favored back-up and concealed carry firearm due to its lightweight, enclosed hammer, and reliability. Smith & Wesson 340PD 357 Mag 1.875" 5rd - $980.09 Smith & Wesson J-Frame revolver is designed to fire a full power round and is as simple and easy to use as it is reliable. Smith & Wesson J-Frame revolvers have had your back since 1950. This removes a few more tenths of an ounce and updates this time-honored design for the new millennium. Hot 357 loads, like Cor Bons, are truly brutal. I bought a 340 m&p 2 years ago because it did not have the ILS & the PD did so when I found this PD with no ILS I had to buy it. Tried 357 ammo in 360pd one round and never again. Re: Smith & Wesson 340/340PD Revolver-Thoughts, Comments, Cuggestions, etc. That is a week at Roger's Shooting School. Only show this user. Please consider supporting me on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/jeffshootsstuffDetailing the trouble I'm having with. I had a 340 PD in .357 Magnum. This way if something does go down, I'm not using 'special, home-made bullets'. The Model 340 PD is a variation of the M40 . Smith & Wesson 340PD 357 Mag 1.875" 5rd - $980.09 Smith & Wesson J-Frame revolver is designed to fire a full power round and is as simple and easy to use as it is reliable. I bought a 340 m&p 2 years ago because it did not have the ILS & the PD did so when I found this PD with no ILS I had to buy it. Although the gun is surprisingly accurate with hot 357 loads on a 7 yd self defense target, it is extremely punishing to shoot. I was surprisingly pleased with this with this little 5-round revolver. Nov 19, 2019. Here are the numbers when I tested some 38 +P UMC, 38+P Speer, 357 short barrel Speer, and Federal 357 personal defense low recoil 130 gr ammo in my magnaported 340 and non ported 3" 66. As a self defense revolver, lawyers have recommended using factory . These small revolvers were designed to . One strapping young man claimed he'd fired hundreds of Magnum rounds through his 340PD without problems and was anxious to buy a M&P 340 and shoot solely . SMITH & WESSON MDL 340PD-Airlite SC CENTENNIA - $953.99 Item Number: 101152 Smith & Wesson's unique Scandium Alloy high strength frames allow for the lightest revolvers capable of firing .357 S&W Magnum, or .44 Magnum. I would love that for pocket carry! Gun is a handful to shoot. I noticed that the 340's has a flat ground on each side of the barrel. Anyway, it was a good time. 340 = low: 818 high: 837 ave: 825. I have a 329 night guard & learned about wearing a glove a while ago. . Standard Pressure Short Barrel Low Flash Heavy .38 Special Ammo - 158 gr. #9 0dBm, Jul 14, 2006 Toolboy Empty Pockets Joined: The Model 340 PD is a variation of the Model 40 Centennial AirLite that integrates the time-tested features of the original with modern advancements including HI-VIZ Fiber Optic Green front sights. These small revolvers were designed to fire a full power round and are as simple and easy to use as they are reliable. Only show this user. Please consider supporting me on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/jeffshootsstuffDetailing the trouble I'm having with. I used it for a get off me gun. Wondering if anyone else had this problem. I shot 5 rounds of each in both guns. I used a set of wood Herritts Shoo : Smith & Wesson Forum > Smith & Wesson Revolvers > S&W Revolvers: 1980 to the Present: 340PD Range Time. August of 2021 price was $31.68 for 20 rounds. In fact, when drawing the gun I found my thumb falling naturally next to the hammer spur, not only protecting it from snags but also staging my thumb for quick cocking during the draw for single-action firing. Apex Tactical Test Gun- The Smith and Wesson 340 passes 2300 rounds. My main EDC gun is a Shield in .45 ACP. Jump to Latest Follow . V2-J1 Barrel Length: 2 Bore condition: Excellent Serial Number: DAD6444 SOLD Smith & Wesson 340PD 357 Mag 1.875" 5rd - $980.09 Smith & Wesson J-Frame revolver is designed to fire a full power round and is as simple and easy to use as it is reliable. Report a problem. It is a brutally punishing little 357 magnum and I did not write this thread to hear whiny accounts of recoil or how I need huge grips. I got rid of it because I would not trust it any longer. Nice touch. Never had a problem in 4or 5 years I had it. This revolver is in great condition and includes the original instructions. The Model 340 PD is a variation of the M40 Centennial AirLite which integrates the time-tested features of the original with Report a problem. Model 340PD Model 340 PD State Compliance No Restrictions Select options below Sight Red Ramp Fiber Optic Green MSRP: $ 1095.00 SKU: 163062 Buy Now Find Dealer Learn more 357 Magnum Caliber 5 Rounds Capacity J-Frame Frame Size Weight: 11.8 oz. In my opinion it is quite adequate as a self-defense weapon. I noticed that the 340's has a flat ground on each side of the barrel. Length: 6.3 Overall Dimensions Product Features We head out to the range with the range with the Smith & Wesson 340PD J-Frame revolver, discuss its features, what it's like to fire it, and what I think of . That is a week at Roger's Shooting School. User Name: Remember Me? Search results for "smith and wesson model 340pd" Matching products for: smith and wesson model 340pd. I am thinking about getting a Smith 340pd snubbie with the titanium cylinder and scandium frame. I just have a sweet spot for Smith snubbies and although I have a 638, I've always been . Re: Smith & Wesson 340/340PD Revolver-Thoughts, Comments, Cuggestions, etc. The Model 340 PD is a variation of the M40 Centennial AirLite which integrates the time-tested features of the original with At 74 I now carry a LCP II .380 as a pocket gun. I had a 340PD that I had to qualify with to carry off-duty. From that point the cylinder would not lock up correctly any more. My first M&P 340 (first production run of the then-new model) weighed close to 13.3oz with the original bantam grip stocks, and it was unpleasant to shoot. . Hot 38+P loads produce some perceptible recoil but aren't terrible. This revolver is in great condition and includes the original instructions. Only show this user. Nov 19, 2019. This is my 2nd 340. It's definitely pricey . Hot 38+P loads produce some perceptible recoil but aren't terrible. . Posted on 01/21/2013 by Jerry Jones. I actually like shooting .38 special better out of this than I did through my LCR, which is sort of surprising since the LCR was a little heavier. We head out to the range with the range with the Smith & Wesson 340PD J-Frame revolver, discuss its features, what it's like to fire it, and what I think of . Took my 340PD to the range for the first time and it shoots really nice. Only show this user. Brand Stoeger Expiration date 2022-Aug-01. Through a Smith and Wesson J frame, 2300 rounds is a metric crap load. Soft Lead SWC-HC (850fps/M.E. I have read that the longer grips eliminate the trigger guard knuckle rap. The Model 340 PD is a variation of the M40 . It's definitely pricey . Numerous attempts to fix it were for naught. My 340PD shoots accurately (but high, as expected) with 38's. Roughly 2" groups at 10 yards. The 340 is chambered in .357; though it utilizes the classic 1950s design, it features modern innovations like a scandium frame and an XS 24/7 Tritium front sight paired with a U-Notch rear. durability: the m&p340 brings to the table a well-crafted mix of metallurgy. and if I'd ordered a 340PD when I could've bought it under the discontinued armorer purchase program, I'd no doubt be carrying +P loads in it, too. It's a 357 magnum and weighs about 11.4 oz unloaded. Wondering if anyone else had this problem. Likes Received: 3,955. We head out to the range with the range with the Smith & Wesson 340PD J-Frame revolver, discuss its features, what it's like to fire it, and what I think of it overall . I would love that for pocket carry! My 337ti does not require the use of a glove. Apex Tactical Test Gun- The Smith and Wesson 340 passes 2300 rounds. Serial number- DPK8546. It's a 357 magnum and weighs about 11.4 oz unloaded. . Smith & Wesson Model 340PD Airlite - .357 S&W MAG. I seemed to be more accurate with this, too. Smith and Wesson 340pd. Same for the underlug on one side. 66 = low: 857 high: 928 ave: 898. Not a big deal through most Modern Service Weapons. 253 ft. The partially burnt charge will leak out onto the cylinder and frame while still burning, causing damaging oxidation to the gun's exotic metals over time. 2300 rounds. My 337ti does not require the use of a glove. Smith will tell you That magnum bullets that weigh less than 120 grains will exit their cartridge before the cartridge charge has a chance to completely burn. . This 340PD is in great condition and features a 2" barrel and a 5 round cylinder. Active rebates (10) Carry Tought Rebate. The Model 340 PD is a variation of the Model 40 Centennial AirLite that integrates the time-tested features of the original with modern advancements. Start a thread on the 30-378 Weatherby for that. The 340PD is pleasant for me to shoot with regular 38 loads. The 340PD is pleasant for me to shoot with regular 38 loads. After approximately 100 rounds the cylinder broke loose from the crane. These small revolvers were designed to fire a full power round and are as simple and easy to use as they are reliable. As I got older it turned out to be to much for me, so sold it. I have a 329 night guard & learned about wearing a glove a while ago. My 340PD shoots accurately (but high, as expected) with 38's. Roughly 2" groups at 10 yards. For sale is a Smith & Wesson 340PD Airlite revolver in .357 Mag. It performs excellently as a concealed piece, yet is easy to hit accurately at range. My bet is that the failure crack originated from a tool mark left over from broaching the cylinder recess in the frame. Serial number- DAD6444. Same for the underlug on one side. This removes a few more tenths of an ounce and updates this time-honored design for the new millennium. Youtube has de-funded most gun content. Smith & Wesson 340PD Airlite - .357 Mag. gearchecker Save Reply Took my new-to-me 340PD to the range yesterday and put 100 rounds of standard pressure, and 12 rounds of old FBI +P, down range at distances from three to ten yards. $ 849.00. At . Michigun Santa on May 31, 2022 at 7:43 pm. A poster on the S&W forum stated that 7 out of 7 Scandium gun were put out of commission during a "revolvers only" training course. Overall Impressions. In conclusion +p for self defense, 357 not functional in real life situations as it is too disorienting and painful to focus on situation. UMC 38+P 125 gr. Password: Forum: The partially burnt charge will leak out onto the cylinder and frame while still burning, causing damaging oxidation to the gun's exotic metals over time. Smith will tell you That magnum bullets that weigh less than 120 grains will exit their cartridge before the cartridge charge has a chance to completely burn. With my chosen 125g Hornady Critical Defense 357's I am getting poor accuracy. which still hurt but are tolerable for short range sessions. We head out to the range with the range with the Smith & Wesson 340PD J-Frame revolver, discuss its features, what it's like to fire it, and what I think of it overall . scandium alloy makes it as light or a bit lighter than a similarly sized aluminum-framed .38 special airweight, but it's rugged enough to handle .357 magnum ammo and a steady diet of .38 special +p rounds, while the five-shot cylinder is made of pvd-finished stainless (I did note that a couple of the loads showed signs of bullet pull.) For sale is a Smith & Wesson Model 340PD Airlite revolver in .357 S&W MAG. Serial number- DPK8546. 2300 rounds. Model 340PD - AirLite Sc Centennial MPN: 103061 Brand: Smith & Wesson Caliber: 357 Mag Capacity: 5 Full Specification from $969.00 Model 340PD - AirLite Sc Centennial MPN: 163062 Brand: Smith & Wesson Caliber: 357 Mag Capacity: 5 Full Specification from $884.95 Model 48 MPN: 150717 Brand: Smith & Wesson Caliber: 22M Capacity: 6 Full Specification I am thinking about getting a Smith 340pd snubbie with the titanium cylinder and scandium frame. Smith & Wesson 340PD Airlite - .357 Mag $ 999.00 For sale is a Smith & Wesson 340PD Airlite revolver in .357 Mag.