Smith & Wesson Model 642-1 Airweight .38 Spl. DAO J-Frame Revolver, 1.875 in, +P Rated
The Smith & Wesson 642-1 Airweight is a lightweight J-frame revolver with a double-action-only, enclosed-hammer design and a 1.875-inch barrel. This example features an aluminum alloy frame in matte silver, a stainless steel barrel and cylinder, and factory fixed sights. It is +P rated per the barrel rollmark and lacks the internal lock keyhole, a configuration many buyers seek out.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The revolver presents with minor scratches and small blemishes on the matte silver finish. Surfaces show light handling marks consistent with careful prior use.
What’s Included
- Relentless Tactical leather IWB holster for S&W J-Frame
This 642-1 Airweight pairs an aluminum alloy frame with a stainless steel barrel and a matte stainless, fluted five-shot cylinder. The result is a compact, durable configuration in a true J-frame round-butt profile with boot-style synthetic grips bearing the S&W medallion.
The revolver is double-action-only with an enclosed hammer for a smooth draw. Sights are fixed, with a serrated ramp front and an integral topstrap groove rear, providing a simple, snag-resistant sighting setup.
Barrel length is 1.875 inches, and the cylinder holds five rounds of .38 Spl. The barrel rollmark indicates a +P rating. The knurled ejector rod tip aids positive extraction.
Markings include "642-1" on the yoke cut. The frame shows the absence of an internal lock keyhole. Country of origin is the United States.