Smith & Wesson Model 442-1 Airweight .38 Special +P DAO Revolver — No Internal Lock, 1.875 in Barrel, 5-Shot, Matte Black
This Smith & Wesson Model 442-1 Airweight is a J-frame, Centennial-style revolver with a fully enclosed hammer and factory no-internal-lock configuration. It is chambered in .38 Special and rated for +P, pairing a 1.875-inch barrel with a 5-shot cylinder. The aluminum alloy frame keeps weight low at approximately 15 oz, while the stainless steel barrel and carbon steel cylinder deliver proven durability. This example is in excellent condition with a clean, shiny bore.
Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent condition, showing only faint signs of any prior use or handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: There are little signs of prior use. The firearm is in excellent condition, and the bore is clean and shiny.
What’s Included
- Smith & Wesson factory hard case (blue) with SKU 150544 label
- Black nylon belt holster with thumb-break retention strap
The 442-1 is a Centennial-style J-frame with a fully enclosed hammer and double-action-only operation. This design keeps the profile streamlined and consistent with S&W’s Airweight lineage. The factory configuration specifically omits the internal lock.
Construction combines an aluminum alloy frame with a stainless steel barrel and a carbon steel cylinder, all finished in matte black on the frame and cylinder. The revolver weighs approximately 15 oz unloaded and measures about 6.31 inches in length, 4.30 inches in height, and 1.30 inches in width.
It is chambered in .38 Special and rated for +P, using a 5-shot cylinder and a 1.875-inch barrel (nominal 1 7/8 inch). Fixed sights consist of an integral serrated ramp front and a fixed rear notch in the topstrap, providing a simple, durable sighting setup.
Factory synthetic boot-style grips with pebble texture offer a compact hold. Markings include “Airweight” on the frame and “Springfield, MA, S&W U.S.A.” Country of origin is the United States, and the manufacturer part number is 150544.