Smith & Wesson Model 642-2 J-Frame Centennial .38 Special +P DAO Revolver with 1.875 Inch Barrel
This Smith & Wesson Model 642-2 is a compact J-Frame Centennial revolver chambered in .38 Special +P with a 5-round fluted cylinder. It features a fully enclosed Centennial-style hammer and a double-action-only action, paired with fixed sights and a dark matte finish. Markings include "642-2" in the crane/yoke area and ".38 S&W SPL +P" and "SMITH & WESSON" on the barrel.
Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent condition, showing only faint signs of any prior use or handling.
Specific Condition Notes: The revolver shows light signs of wear and handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
What's Included
- Smith & Wesson Model 642-2 revolver
Built on Smith & Wesson's Centennial-series J-Frame, this 642-2 uses a fully enclosed hammer design and a double-action-only trigger system. The enclosed hammer profile keeps the exterior smooth while retaining the Centennial pattern that the series is known for.
The frame is aluminum alloy and the barrel and cylinder are stainless steel. This example has a dark matte finish and a 1.875 inch barrel, with a compact overall size that matches the J-Frame format.
Sight setup is straightforward and durable, with a small ramp/post front sight and a topstrap notch/groove rear sight. The cylinder is a 5-shot fluted stainless steel unit with a left-side, checkered cylinder release latch.
Factory-style markings are clearly present, including the visible "642-2" model marking in the crane/yoke area and the barrel markings ".38 S&W SPL +P" and "SMITH & WESSON." The visible serial number prefix is DCN.
Ported barrel is noted in the provided item details.