Smith Wesson Model 49 Reviews
Smith Wesson Model 49 Reviews
Smith Wesson Model 49 Review
Smith Wesson Model 49 Review
When the Smith & Wesson Chiefs Special made its debut in 1950, many hailed it as the perfect backup gun. With a five-shot .38 Spl. cylinder, 17⁄8" barrel, and a weight of 20 ozs., it was ideal for a lawman’s off-duty revolver or for a law-abiding civilian’s self-defense gun. Two years later, S&W introduced an aluminum-alloy version, the Chiefs Special Airweight. But the Chief’s Special and Airweight had one hang-up, literally. The hammer had a nasty habit of snagging on clothing when the gun was drawn.
Smith Wesson Model 49 Review
Smith Wesson Model 49 Review
A friend of mine and I have an ongoing debate about which snubby is uglier, the Centennial or the Bodyguard. The camel hump hammer shroud on the back of the Bodyguard’s frame, while eminently sensible, has never appealed to my eye. However, it is completely functional. The hammer shrouded Bodyguard, unlike the Centennial, remains snag-free for pocket carry while allowing for single-action fire. The hump also helps the Bodyguard to stay in position when carried in a pocket holster.
Smith Wesson Model 49 Review
Smith Wesson Model 49 Review
I've always wanted one as a gun you can just stick in you front pants pocket. The built in hammer shroud prevents any snagging on a quick draw, and allows it to be fired, if need be, inside a pocket. Saw a slightly used one in a gun shop yesterday, and bought it. Would be interested in hearing anyone's opinions on it. Any literature on the Internet about it? Like it? Don't? Why?