Smith & Wesson Model 442-1 Airweight .38 Special +P DAO J-Frame Revolver, No Internal Lock, Matte Black, 1.875 in Barrel, 5-Round
The Smith & Wesson Model 442-1 Airweight is a J-Frame Centennial double-action-only revolver with a fully enclosed hammer and no internal lock. Built with an aluminum-alloy frame and paired with a stainless-steel barrel and carbon-steel cylinder, it delivers a lightweight, matte black package rated for continuous +P use. Its compact 1.875 in barrel, five-shot cylinder, and about 14.7 oz weight make it a notable, purpose-driven configuration.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: This firearm is in great shape. There are some minor scratches and blemishes present. The bore is clean and shiny.
What's Included
- Smith & Wesson Model 442-1 revolver
This Model 442-1 follows the Centennial configuration with a fully enclosed hammer and double-action-only operation. It features a five-shot fluted cylinder, a 1.875 in barrel, and an overall length of approximately 6.31 in. The revolver is rated for continuous use with .38 Special +P ammunition.
Construction is focused on strength and low weight: an aluminum-alloy frame, a stainless-steel barrel, and a carbon-steel cylinder. All components wear a matte black finish. The round-butt grip frame is fitted with black synthetic boot-style grips bearing S&W medallions.
Sight setup is fixed and straightforward, with an integral ramped, serrated front blade and a fixed groove milled into the topstrap for the rear. A knurled ejector-rod tip and a short, shrouded ejector rod complement the compact layout. The enclosed hammer provides a smooth exterior profile consistent with the DAO action.
Additional details include the Airweight series designation, the absence of an internal lock, and a yoke cut marked with the "972" assembly number. Overall weight is about 14.7 oz, underscoring the revolver’s light, carry-friendly build while maintaining the durability expected of a J-Frame.