Smith & Wesson Model 442-2 Airweight .38 Special +P DAO J-Frame Revolver with Crimson Trace Lasergrips, 1.875 in Barrel, 5-Shot, Matte Black
The Smith & Wesson 442-2 Airweight is a DAO Centennial J-frame built for discreet carry and dependable operation. This example pairs an aluminum-alloy frame with a stainless steel barrel and a carbon steel cylinder, all finished in matte black. It is chambered in .38 Special +P with a 1.875-inch barrel and features an internal, enclosed hammer and internal key lock. Factory markings include the 442-2 model designation and the "Airweight" script, and it is fitted with Crimson Trace Lasergrips with a red laser.
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: Shows minimal handling marks from prior use. Please refer to the pictures for a close look.
What's Included
- Pelican 1170 hard case
- Smith & Wesson Safety & Instruction Manual: Revolvers (Modern Style)
- Soft pocket holster (black with pink trim)
- HKS Model 36 speedloaders
- Crimson Trace Lasergrips for S&W J-Frame (installed)
This 442-2 is a true DAO Centennial configuration with a fully enclosed hammer, delivering double-action-only operation in a compact 5-shot package. The fixed-sight setup includes a ramped, serrated front blade and a topstrap groove rear for a low-profile sight picture.
Construction details include an aluminum-alloy frame, a carbon steel fluted cylinder, and a stainless steel barrel, all in a matte black finish. The short knurled-tip ejector rod and round-butt J-frame profile keep the revolver streamlined.
Chambered in .38 Special +P, the barrel is roll-marked ".38 S&W SPL. +P," with the model marked 442-2 on the yoke cut and "Airweight" script on the frame. An internal key lock is present.
Crimson Trace Lasergrips are installed (black rubber, J-frame round-butt) with a red laser observed, providing an integrated aiming aid that complements the fixed sights. This revolver was made in the United States.