Ok, cough, this is a stupid question.

I recently obtained a 638 had a chance to take it to the range yesterday. At first I had the front sight picture like a ribbed shotgun. Placement way high. Then conventional 3 tab was closer to the truth. (2" barrel, com'n!")

 

Looking at this gem from the side I feel I would be nose down. It jus doesn't make sense to me.

Your knowledge and wisdom are appreciated .

 

Thanks in advance

I've taught a lot of people how to shoot a j frame. Align the sights as you would any handgun. It may not look like it should work but it does.

 

Older j frames had tiny hard to use sights. Newer ones are much better in that department.

Thank you!

It just doesn't seem proper. I figured it it 1/2 a box through.

Shooting high with a j frame is not unusual for someone new to them.

I suggest staying with std velocity loads. You really don't get much from a +P in the short barrel. Maybe 50 fps more.

 

When I carry a j frame I carry factory wadcutters.

Are these revolvers naturally dirty? What the s

This is longest I've ever cleaned a gun

Are these revolvers naturally dirty? What the s

This is longest I've ever cleaned a gun

What ammo are you using?

Only 1 box American eagle( lead, all he had when I purchased)

I'd speculate that because of the powder and lube used. I grew up in shooting lead bullets and nearly all my handgun reloading is with lead bullets. It really isn't that much more of a cleaning chore AFAIC. Let whatever solvent you're using soak in for a bit before you try scrubbing. Easier on you and the gun. I think Hoppes #9 is best to clean up after shooting lead.

Thanks Griz