Smith & Wesson Model 340PD

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name= Smith & Wesson Model 340PD


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type= Service Revolver
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weight= 12 oz.| (unloaded)
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The Smith and Wesson 340PD is an ultra-light, J-frame, five shot, short-barrel revolver chambered for .357 Magnum ammunition.

It has a frame constructed of scandium enhanced aluminum alloy, a titanium alloy cylinder, and a corrosion resistant steel barrel liner. Unloaded it weighs only 12 ounces and when loaded remains under a pound. With no external hammer it operates double action only and is a popular choice for concealed carry. The barrel is engraved with a warning not to use ammunition with bullet weights of less than 120 grains. This is due to the risk of frame erosion from excessive discharge gas temperatures (and possibly still burning powder). Another warning in the owners manual is that recoil may pull the cases of unfired rounds in the cylinder rearward with enough force to unseat the bullets causing the cylinder to jam.

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