Smith & Wesson Model 640-3 Centennial .357 Magnum DAO Stainless J-Frame Revolver, 2-inch, 5-Shot
This Smith & Wesson 640-3 Centennial is a compact, stainless-steel J-frame chambered in .357 Magnum with a 2-inch barrel and a five-shot cylinder. It features an enclosed hammer with double-action-only operation, a full underlug barrel, and fixed sights. The engineering change is marked 640-3 on the yoke, and the barrel is roll-marked "S&W .357 MAGNUM."
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Rifling Condition: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The revolver is in great shape overall. There are scratches and blemishes on the stainless finish. The bore is clean and shiny. Minor carbon buildup is present on the cylinder face and around the forcing cone, consistent with common use.
What's Included
- Smith & Wesson Model 640-3 Centennial .357 Magnum revolver
The 640-3 is built on the Centennial pattern with an internal, enclosed hammer and double-action-only trigger, providing a snag-free profile. It uses a round-butt grip frame and comes with black textured synthetic grips with finger grooves for a secure hold.
The 2-inch stainless-steel barrel has a full underlug, and the fixed sighting system includes a pinned, serrated ramp front sight and an integral top-strap rear groove. These features offer a simple, durable sight picture tailored to the compact format.
Chambered in .357 Magnum, the revolver uses a five-shot stainless cylinder. The barrel is clearly marked "S&W .357 MAGNUM," and the yoke is stamped with the 640-3 engineering change for easy identification.
Construction is all stainless steel for the frame, barrel, and cylinder, with a uniform stainless finish. Notable markings include the S&W circular Trade Mark logo and "MADE IN U.S.A., MARCAS REGISTRADAS, SMITH & WESSON, SPRINGFIELD, MASS." An internal keyed lock is present, and the trigger is smooth-faced.