Cylinder Release for S&W J-Frame
Cylinder Release for S&W J-Frame
Increased contact area, easier to engage.
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Installation Video
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.
- Please note that this cylinder release covers the frame lock.
Weight Comparison
- S&W 642 Airweight (stock cylinder release): 0.127 oz
- S&W 642 Airweight (Recoil Rider): 0.037 oz
Assembly
If you find that the cylinder release is "sticky" upon installation, it has likely been tightened down without being fully parallel to the slot on the frame. To fix: Loosen the cylinder release and repeat the install procedure while taking special care to brace the cylinder release with your thumb while tightening to ensure it keeps alignment. This technique is shown at 2:20 in the installation video.
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Much more surface area than the original release and more comfortable.
Not a precise fit, made it harder to open the cylinder. Gimmick, I threw them out and went with the originals.
Good afternoon Robert, sorry you're having trouble getting the cylinder release to actuate smoothly. If you haven't already, I recommend watching the installation video starting at 2:20 (linked at the top of the page). If the cylinder release feels sticky, it indicates that the cylinder release may be tightened down without being fully parallel to the slot on the frame. If you're up for it, try loosening the cylinder release one more time and repeating the install procedure while taking special care to brace the cylinder release with your thumb while tightening to ensure it keeps alignment. I'll be standing by to assist.
Best regards,
David,
Owner, Recoil Rider
Got the cylinder release for my S&W 640 and must say, it’s very well built and over all best access then the factory release. Easy to install, feels good on the thumb, and usability is swell when conducting speed reloads.
My large cylinder works perfectly. Fast delivery and accurate description
J Frame grips were just what I needed to qualify for my CCW
Love the cylinder release as well. As with any 3d printed item, you may need to trim it or adjust the tension of the screw to get a good fit, but it’s super smooth once you get it right for your gun.