No insult at all. I appreciate the input. I would rather it be me than the gun. I own a model 60, and a model 10. Both have lighter pulls double action than the 442. I can shoot them accurately, and with confidence. But I'll try the 442 again before I call S&W.
At the range, I shot three, five round groups offhand and reeled in the target. Wow! that's off... So, a fresh paper, and a chair and a sand bag under my wrist. I slowly pulled the trigger to the last notch before she would let off.....(the owner's manual says not to do this) and the same result.
I am going to go back and concentrate on my shooting, and bring a friend who can shoot for his opinion.