Smith & Wesson Model 442-2 Airweight .38 Special +P J-Frame DAO Revolver, Matte Black, 2 in Barrel, 5-Shot
The Smith & Wesson Model 442-2 Airweight is a J-frame Centennial-pattern revolver chambered in .38 Special +P. It combines an aluminum-alloy frame with a carbon-steel barrel and cylinder, a fully enclosed hammer for DAO operation, and fixed sights, all finished in matte black. This dash-2 variant includes the internal key lock and a smooth-faced trigger.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Fair Rifling - Worn rifling, slight loss of definition.
Specific Condition Notes: This revolver shows notable surface wear with visible areas of finish loss and some rust present. The rifling remains intact and functional.
What's Included
- 5-shot J-frame revolver speedloader
This Model 442-2 follows the Centennial layout with a fully enclosed hammer and double-action-only operation. The design pairs an aluminum-alloy frame with a carbon-steel barrel and cylinder for the Airweight configuration, offering a durable build in a compact J-frame format.
Chambered for .38 Special +P, it features a 5-shot cylinder and a smooth-faced trigger. The dash-2 engineering change includes the internal key lock, which is present on this example.
Sight configuration is straightforward and robust: an integral serrated ramp front sight and a fixed rear notch in the topstrap. The revolver wears a matte black frame finish with a dark-finished cylinder.
Ergonomics are set up for compact carry with one-piece black synthetic boot-style grips bearing S&W medallions. The barrel length is listed as 2 inches; factory specification for this model is commonly 1.88 inches.