What frame is the S&W 360?
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What frame is the S&W 360?
J-frame revolvers
Smith & Wesson introduced their J-frame revolvers to the world in 1950. The Chief’s Special – later, the Model 36 – became a popular gun for concealed carry because of its small size and lightweight design….Specs: Model 360.
| Barrel Material: | Stainless Steel |
| Frame Material: | Scandium Alloy |
Is .38 and .38 Special the same?
There’s no difference between a . 38 and a 38 special. The former refers to a caliber with a . 357 inch bullet diameter, while the latter is a cartridge variant under the .
What is a Smith and Wesson 360 Airweight?
Primarily I’m talking about the.357 Magnum, a cartridge Smith & Wesson’s Model 360 Airweight is built to handle. The company’s J-frame Airweight series dates back to the 1950s when these guns—chambered first to.38 Special—were built from aluminum frames and cylinders. Problems with cracking led to a change to steel cylinders.
What is the 360 Airweight revolver made of?
The 360 Airweight puts five rounds of .357 Magnum at your disposal, although the revolver is, of course, way more manageable with .38 +P or standard .38 loads. The unfluted cylinder is stainless steel, also finished in black courtesy of a PVD (physical vapor deposit) finish that resists corrosion.
What is a Smith and Wesson 357 Magnum?
Primarily I’m talking about the .357 Magnum, a cartridge Smith & Wesson’s Model 360 Airweight is built to handle. The company’s J-frame Airweight series dates back to the 1950s when these guns—chambered first to .38 Special—were built from aluminum frames and cylinders.
Are Smith and Wesson revolvers any good?
These small revolvers were designed to fire a full power round and are as simple and easy to use as they are reliable. Available in various calibers and with three diverse hammer designs, it is no surprise that the Smith & Wesson J-Frame has become the most popular, small-frame, defense revolver on the market.
