The ultimate backup and concealed carry handgun has arrived, bringing revolvers into the twenty first century.

The Smith & Wesson J-Frame has become the most popular small frame personal defense revolver on the market. With decades of reliable performance to its credit, the J-frame line offers models capable of firing .22 LR, .22 Magnum®, .38 S&W Special and the more powerful .357 Magnum® loads. Smith & Wesson offers these revolvers from our production, M&P, Pro Series, and Classics lines in three diverse hammer designs; internal, exposed and shrouded.

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• • Model : 642
  • Caliber : .38 S&W Special +P
  • Capacity : 5 Rounds
  • Barrel Length : 1.875″ / 4.7 cm
  • Front Sight : Integral
  • Rear Sight : Fixed
  • Grip : Synthetic
  • Action : Double Action Only
  • Frame Size : Small – Internal Hammer
  • Finish : Matte Silver
  • Overall Length : 6.31″ / 16.0 cm
  • Material : Aluminum Alloy Frame
  • Weight Empty : 15 oz / 425.3 g
  • Purpose : Personal Protection