Cylinder Release for S&W J-Frame
Cylinder Release for S&W J-Frame
Increased contact area, easier to engage.
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Product Description
This custom-made cylinder release is designed for the Smith & Wesson J-Frame line. The Recoil Rider cylinder release has a larger contact area and a steeper angle, making it easier to engage than the stock cylinder release. This Recoil Rider cylinder release also features a softer surface to improve conceal carry comfort, since the stock cylinder release can be abrasive on the skin when carrying AIWB.
Features
- Easier to engage: Faster to operate due to its larger contact area and steeper angle relative to the stock release.
- Non-Abrasive: Unlike the stock Smith & Wesson J-Frame cylinder release, this cylinder release features a softer surface that won't irritate your skin when carrying your snubnose revolver AIWB.
- Lighter weight: 70% lighter than the stock cylinder release, shedding a total of 0.09 oz.
- Compatible with the entire S&W J-Frame line, including S&W Ultimate Carry, 642, 442, 637, 638, and 340PD.
Weight Comparison
- S&W 642 Airweight (stock cylinder release): 0.127 oz
- S&W 642 Airweight (Recoil Rider): 0.037 oz
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Great upgrade for a 442! I have previously lost a chunk of my fingernail to a metal cylinder release. The softer material prevents that. It it does block the internal lock if that is a concern for you.
Works really well, especially for a guy who's used to the push button release on LCRs/K6s and semi autos. Helps bridge the manual of arms. Easy installation, too.
Feels amazing, and much smoother action compared to the stock release.
The factory cylinder release has a particular sharp corner that rests right against the knuckle of my thumb. This take care of that perfectly, while being both lighter and easier to actuate.
Required just a touch of hand-fitting with a file, but that's super easy to do with printed nylon.
Works great.