Smith & Wesson Model 442-1 Airweight .38 Special +P DAO Revolver, No Internal Lock, 1.875 in Barrel
This Smith & Wesson Model 442-1 Airweight is a U.S.-made J-Frame Centennial variant with no internal lock and double-action-only operation from its fully enclosed hammer. It features a 5-round .38 Special cylinder, is rated for continuous use with +P ammunition, and pairs a steel 1.875 in barrel with a matte black aluminum-alloy frame. The serial on the yoke matches the factory case label, confirming its factory pairing.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The revolver shows minor, superficial scratches and small blemishes on the exterior surfaces.
What’s Included
- Hogue rubber finger-groove grip (installed)
- Smith & Wesson compact boot-style rubber grip (not installed)
- Smith & Wesson blue factory hard case with factory label
- Instruction manual
The Model 442-1 is part of Smith & Wesson’s J-Frame Centennial lineup, configured with a fully enclosed hammer for double-action-only operation. This no-internal-lock version is identified under SKU 150544 and maintains the classic 5-shot layout in .38 Special.
Built for light weight with strength in key areas, it uses a matte black aluminum-alloy frame with a steel barrel and steel cylinder. Overall length is approximately 6.3 in, with an unloaded weight of about 14.6–14.7 oz and a 1.875 in barrel for a compact profile.
The revolver is rated for continuous use with .38 Special +P ammunition. Controls include a checkered cylinder-release latch and a knurled ejector-rod tip, with a smooth, radiused trigger for consistent double-action strokes.
Fixed sights provide a straightforward sight picture, combining an integral black front ramp with a rear notch in the topstrap. This example is manufactured in the U.S.A. and includes both the installed Hogue finger-groove grip and an additional compact boot-style rubber grip to tailor the hold to your preference.