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    S&W Internal Lock - Removal

    This is probably past the do-it-yourself stage but I have a 642 that has the internal lock and I was reading about people having the lock removed. Has anyone attempted to do this themselves or had a gunsmith do it for them?

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    I downloaded the video , but lost it trying to save it. The process doesn't look too hard , if your handy with litle parts .
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    Here's a video that shows how to remove the flag portion of the lock which is the part that has caused the issues that many have experienced. The key portion of the lock can remain in the firearm or can be replaced with a product called "The Plug" available on the S&W forum. You can search their forum for "the plug" if interested.
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    Follow the directions in the video and you will be done in less then a half hour. It is very easy to do, no need to pay somebody.
    I bought "the plug" for mine and removed 100% of the IL.

    I have plans already today but if you are concerned, pm me and I can come to your place and help you if you would like.

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    Removed the internal lock on my 442 earlier today. It was a breeze with the video and the right tools. Had it apart and back together in no time.

    Now I just need to decide if I'm going to grind the nub off of the locking plate so it's a blank or try to find replacement part and grind the nub off. I definitely want to put a blank in it's place. Any suggestions?

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    Quote Originally Posted by Jaws
    Removed the internal lock on my 442 earlier today. It was a breeze with the video and the right tools. Had it apart and back together in no time.

    Now I just need to decide if I'm going to grind the nub off of the locking plate so it's a blank or try to find replacement part and grind the nub off. I definitely want to put a blank in it's place. Any suggestions?

    Why do you want to put it back in minus the nub?

    I have seen the part number listed on the S&W forum, so it is possible to get another one. I am honestly wondering why though.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Super Trucker
    Why do you want to put it back in minus the nub?

    I have seen the part number listed on the S&W forum, so it is possible to get another one. I am honestly wondering why though.
    There's a small hole in frame without it where the part pivots. It's not functionally an issue but I would like the hole filled. I will probably just grind off the nub. Then if I want to revert it back I'll have to buy the part.

    I really see no reason to ever revert it back so I've answered my own question. An external trigger lock makes 100% more sense than an internal lock and I don't use either.

    The small hole can be seen in the picture below. It's above the grip and behind the cylinder release.


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    I know about the hole you are describing. I left mine open.
    I pulled all the lock parts out over a year ago and pocket carry daily. I just opened it up about a month ago to change a (lighter) spring and had no issues with dirt/lint inside there.

    I will get a 642 no lock in the near future though, just because.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Super Trucker
    I will get a 642 no lock in the near future though, just because.
    I hear ya. I was thinking the same thing and keeping the 442 so I have the set.

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    Reading this thread motivated me to do my 625.
    Pretty easy and cleans up the look.
    I wish it was bead blasted instead of polished.

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