Smith & Wesson Model 638-3 Airweight Bodyguard .38 Special +P, 1.875 in Barrel, 5-Shot DA/SA Revolver - Matte Silver
This Smith & Wesson Model 638-3 Airweight Bodyguard pairs a lightweight aluminum-alloy frame with a stainless steel barrel and cylinder, all in a matte silver finish. Chambered in .38 Special +P with a 1.875-inch barrel, it features a shrouded hammer with a cocking spur for DA/SA operation and fixed sights. The round-butt, micro-size frame wears checkered walnut Magna-style grips with gold/brass-tone S&W medallions. The yoke is marked 638-3, and the barrel is roll-marked 'SMITH & WESSON .38 S & W SPL +P'.
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: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The bore is clean and in good condition. The cylinder shows usage and wear marks, as does the cylinder ramp. The frame exhibits usage and finish wear, with areas of enamel loss. Refer to the pictures for details.
What's Included
- Smith & Wesson Model 638-3 Airweight Bodyguard revolver
The Airweight aluminum-alloy frame keeps weight down while maintaining durability, complemented by a matte silver finish. The stainless steel barrel and five-shot fluted cylinder provide a strong, corrosion-resistant pairing for regular use with .38 Special +P ammunition.
The 638-3 retains the Bodyguard profile with a shrouded hammer and a functional cocking spur, enabling both double-action and single-action firing. This design protects the hammer while still allowing precise single-action control when desired.
Sight setup is straightforward and rugged: a serrated ramp front sight ahead of a fixed top-strap groove rear. The 1.875-inch barrel balances concealability with practical sight radius and performance in the .38 Special +P chambering.
Details and markings are consistent with this engineering revision. The yoke is stamped 638-3, and the barrel is marked for .38 Special +P. The round-butt grip frame is fitted with checkered walnut Magna-style grips featuring gold/brass-tone S&W medallions. Made in the United States.