Smith & Wesson Model 19 Carry Comp PC

About the Smith & Wesson Model 19 Carry Comp PC

The Smith & Wesson Model 19 Carry Comp PC is a Performance Center-enhanced variant of the legendary Model 19 Combat Magnum, combining the classic K-frame .357 Magnum platform with modern defensive features optimized for concealed carry. Introduced in 2020, this revolver features a compact 3-inch ported barrel with Performance Center's Power Port compensator machined into the barrel to reduce muzzle rise and felt recoil when firing .357 Magnum ammunition, making rapid follow-up shots significantly easier. The most notable enhancement is the increased cylinder capacity-seven rounds instead of the traditional six-achieved through Performance Center's precision machining that maintains the original K-frame dimensions while adding an extra chamber. The revolver comes equipped with tritium night sights for low-light capability, a tuned Performance Center action for smoother trigger pull, custom synthetic grips optimized for concealment and recoil management, and a matte black finish. The porting system directs propellant gases upward through machined slots near the muzzle, counteracting the natural tendency of the barrel to rise under recoil.

The Carry Comp represents the Performance Center's answer to a question Bill Jordan never thought to ask: what if the Combat Magnum had seven shots instead of six, tamed magnum recoil with compensator ports, and came with night sights? It's the classic revolver reimagined for 21st-century defensive carry-proving there's still room to improve a 60-year-old design.

Smith & Wesson Model 19 Carry Comp PC specifications

The Performance Center designation indicates this revolver has been enhanced by Smith & Wesson's custom shop with hand-fitted components, precision tuning, and specialized features not found on standard production models. The Power Port compensator is particularly effective with full-power .357 Magnum loads, reducing felt recoil and muzzle flip by approximately 30% compared to non-ported barrels. However, the porting does increase muzzle blast and flash, which can be disorienting in low-light conditions. The seven-shot cylinder is a significant capacity increase for a K-frame revolver, traditionally limited to six rounds. This was achieved through careful redesign of the cylinder while maintaining chamber wall thickness sufficient for .357 Magnum pressures. The 3-inch barrel length represents an optimal balance for concealed carry-long enough to achieve good velocity and sight radius, short enough to conceal easily. The tritium night sights are a major upgrade over traditional revolver sights, providing aim point visibility in darkness. The tuned action typically features a double-action pull in the 8-10 pound range and single-action pull around 3.5-4.5 pounds, smoother than standard production guns.