Smith & Wesson J-frame versus K-frame for recoil

[ojisan]

So, let me re-frame the question: Given the same set of Pachmayer grips, would I feel a noticeable decrease in recoil when shooting the K-frame 2" snubbie when compared to the J-frame 2" snubbie?

Yes.

[Doberpug]

Short and sweet, ojisan!

[movie zombie]

given the reframing of the question: I believe you will notice a difference.

[Doberpug]

Good! Now, all I have to do is find one!

Thank all of you for your input.

[Milsurp Collector]

If recoil is a problem consider switching ammo. Hornady Critical Defense Lite is designed for reduced recoil in short barrel self-defense revolvers.

https://www.midwayusa.com/product/1001573970/hornady-critical-defense-lite-ammunition-38-special-90-grain-flex-tip-expanding-box-of-25

Reviews:

• Girlfriend loved this round. It is very close in recoil to a standard wadcutter target load. Don't know about the expansion or ballistics, but the fact that she is not afraid to pull the trigger and can accurately hit a target with this round is enough. Friends wife even ordered a few boxes after seeing the difference. On the plus side the purchase supports breast cancer awareness also as shown on the box.
  
• Great load in my J frame S&W. Noticeably reduced recoil from a full load, and hence better control and recovery to point of aim. I tested the 110 gr. and the 90 gr. loads. There was a slightly noticeable difference in recoil between the 110 and the 90, so I suggest testing both to see which is best for one's situation. Hopefully one will never have to use them in a PD situation, but I am confident either load will get the job done.
  
• Got this for my wife. It is noticeably softer than normal .38s. She doesn't 'like' to shoot but she does occasionally go to the range with me and our grand kids to keep her skills up. She confidently carries her Airlite with a laser and Hornady Critical Defense Lite.
  
• The 90 grain lite is perfect for my wife's personnel carry 38. She enjoy's shooting it now and stay's more proficient.
  
• My wife and I use these 90 grain bullets in our Smith and Wesson model 637 air weight 38 special and they are much more manageable and less painful then the 158 grain load. we were able to keep all of our rounds within a five to six inch circle at 15 feet and point of impact is just about point of aim at this distance. This round is well suited for these tiny pistols and for those who need less recoil.
  
• My wife loves this stuff. Have shot it both inside and out. Less noise and recoil from what she normally shoots.