Smith & Wesson Model 642-2 Airweight .38 Special +P J-Frame Revolver, 1.875 in, DAO, 5-Round, Stainless/Alloy, Original Box
The Smith & Wesson Model 642-2 Airweight is a J-Frame Centennial with an enclosed hammer and double-action-only operation. This revolver is chambered in .38 Special +P with a 1.875 in barrel and a 5-round stainless cylinder paired to a matte-silver aluminum-alloy frame. It shows light prior handling and comes with its factory box and manual. The yoke is marked 642-2, and the serial markings on the butt and yoke match the factory box label.
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: There are only minor indications of prior handling. The revolver presents in excellent overall condition.
What’s Included
- Smith & Wesson Safety & Instruction Manual: Revolvers - Modern Style
- Smith & Wesson factory blue cardboard box with serialized end label (SKU 163810, Model 642-2, 1.875 in barrel)
The Model 642-2 is built on S&W's J-Frame Centennial pattern with an internal, enclosed hammer for a snag-free profile. Its double-action-only trigger and internal key lock are factory features, making it a straightforward, carry-optimized design.
Construction pairs a stainless steel barrel with a fluted stainless cylinder and a lightweight aluminum-alloy frame. The matte silver finish complements the 1.875 in barrel and 5-round capacity, and the revolver is rated for .38 Special +P.
Sights are fixed and low profile, with a serrated ramped front and a top-strap gutter/notch rear. Black synthetic boot-style grips with S&W medallions provide a compact, secure hold.
Factory details include the 642-2 engineering change marking on the yoke and SKU 163810. The serial markings on the butt and yoke match the factory box label. Made in the USA.