Smith & Wesson Model 642-2 Airweight .38 Special +P DAO J-Frame Revolver, Matte Silver, Enclosed Hammer
The Smith & Wesson Model 642-2 Airweight is a J-Frame Centennial variant with an enclosed hammer and the -2 internal-lock engineering change. It combines an aluminum alloy frame with a stainless steel barrel and cylinder for a lightweight, durable build. Rated for continuous .38 Special +P use and weighing approximately 14.5 oz unloaded, this DAO revolver is made in the United States and marked "Airweight" on the frame.
Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent condition, showing only faint signs of any prior use or handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The revolver shows a few minor scratches and small blemishes from light handling. Surfaces present cleanly, with crisp edges and an overall excellent appearance.
What’s Included
- Smith & Wesson factory blue hard case
- Smith & Wesson Safety & Instruction Manual - Revolvers: Modern Style
This Model 642-2 is double-action-only (DAO). The enclosed-hammer Centennial configuration provides a streamlined top strap and a fully shrouded hammer. The -2 engineering change adds the internal lock, consistent with this model’s production features.
The frame is an aluminum alloy Airweight marked unit in a matte silver finish, paired with a stainless steel barrel and stainless cylinder. The cylinder is a five-shot design, and the revolver retains fixed sights with a pinned serrated ramp front and an integral rear trough.
Chambered in .38 Special and rated for continuous +P use, the 642-2 delivers proven performance in a compact J-Frame format. The DAO trigger system supports consistent operation without an external hammer spur.
Approximate unloaded weight is 14.5 oz. The revolver is fitted with boot-length finger-groove checkered laminate grips for a secure hold. An assembly number "042" is stamped on the crane, consistent with factory build practices. Country of origin is the United States.